Vaping has quickly gone from a thing nobody’s heard about to something a lot of people are doing (or considering doing). If you’re trying to quit smoking, vaping may be a good alternative to help you break the habit that comes along with the cancer-causing ingredients found in cigarettes. With regards to oral health, vaping …
A toothpaste is a toothpaste is a toothpaste, right? Wrong! Like most things in life, there truly is a difference between different types of toothpaste. While the oral hygiene section of your local store can seem a little overwhelming at times, all of those selections exist for a reason: they’re formulated with different ingredients to …
Creating healthy habits for happy teeth starts from the moment they begin to peek in through the gum line. This is why dentistry for children is so important. Dentists who work with the youngest patients have specialized knowledge that can help their patients keep their teeth free and clear of decay from the very beginning. …
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If you were to ask your grandparents how they felt about going to the dentist, you’d probably get some pretty scary stories. Up until recently, dental visits weren’t the most pleasant experiences. Once upon a time, everyone associated dental visits with noisy drills and pain. Fortunately, it’s 2018, and technology has paved the way to …
We all know you get at least two sets of teeth. Unfortunately, we’re often too young to understand the importance of permanent teeth when those baby teeth decide to depart from our lives on their way to new adventures. (Hopefully, the Tooth Fairy takes them on fun rides to places they’ve never seen before!) It’s …
When patients come to our LaSalle dental centre for the first time, we hear one question more than any other: “How often should I have my teeth cleaned?” Everyone should have their teeth cleaned professionally every six months. Even people who have strict brushing and flossing schedules need to be seen by a dental hygienist …
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Is flossing really that necessary? After all, you brush regularly, don’t go to bed after eating a bunch of sugar, and always use a good dose of mouthwash to wipe out morning breath. So, what ‘s the deal with the in-between-the-teeth string? Is that extra step really necessary? The short answer: absolutely! Nobody would make …
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When people think of learning disabilities, the discussion typically turns to education. While children with learning disabilities in Lasalle schools certainly face unique challenges, their caretakers also face unique trials outside of the classroom. It’s no secret that dental care is an essential part of a person’s overall health, but people with learning disabilities—both children …
Chewing gum has created quite a name for itself in the dental history books of myths and misnomers! Truth be told, there’s a lot of false advertisement where chewing gum is concerned. At our Lasalle dental facility, we know our patients like to chew on a stick of minty freshness every now and then. We …
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Most kids in Lachine are getting ready to head into summer break, but that doesn’t mean the studies stop when the school doors shut! Summer is a great time to explain dental hygiene to children, enabling them to ask questions and get into a routine before the new school year starts again. Need help getting …
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We are a dental clinic, situated in LaSalle, on the island of Montreal, easily accessible by car and public transportation. We have a large free parking lot and we are equipped for wheelchair users. To serve you, we have opening hours that can accommodate any schedule.