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Coventry Dental Care Blog

Oral Health during Pregnancy

Your hormones change during pregnancy. This can affect your oral health and your risk of gum disease (gingivitis) and infection of the bone holding the teeth in place (periodontitis). Periodontitis has also been associated with poor pregnancy outcomes such as having a pre-term delivery or

Ways that Smoking Affects your Oral Health

Losing your teeth may be one of many adverse health effects of smoking cigarettes and other tobacco products, oral health experts report. Smokers develop more tartar on their teeth than nonsmokers, which can lead to periodontal (gum) disease.  Here are four ways smoking affects your

Oral Health is Part of a Healthy Lifestyle

Oral health is one factor that contributes to a healthy lifestyle. Here are some tips to help you look after your oral health: Schedule regular visits to your dentist  by calling 519-305-9100 or contacting us to book with Coventry Dental Care. Brush at least twice

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FUN DENTISTRY-INSPIRED GIFTS FOR KIDS

There are so many amazing imagination and role playing toys out there.  These dentistry-inspired toys and games may help your child become more comfortable with different dental tools and excited about going to see the dentist!  We love it when kids tell us how much they

FUN ALTERNATIVES TO GOING TRICK-OR-TREATING THIS HALLOWEEN

Our local Stratford family dentists, Dr Kolanska and Dr Codreanu have young children of their own.  For them, this year Halloween (like everything else in 2020) may be a little bit different.  While many families may not feel comfortable going door to door for trick-or-treating, that does

“BOO” YOUR NEIGHBOURS TO SPREAD FALL CHEER!

A “Halloween Boo” is a little gift or treat left on your porch anonymously by a neighbour.  The idea is to surprise someone with a little bit of fall cheer.  It does not need to be expensive or fancy but it does need to be

A SCIENCE EGGS-PERIMENT FOR HEALTHY TEETH

BACKGROUND Egg shells and teeth have something in common; both can be weakened by acid. When you put an egg in vinegar (a weak acid similar to what causes cavities), it attacks the shell, making it soft and weak. When teeth are exposed to acids

TIPS FOR PACKING A TOOTH-HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCH

The food your child eats for lunch and snacks should provide the energy and nutrients to help them get through the school day, as well as aid in their growth and development. “Teeth and gums need a wide range of essential vitamins and minerals to

DENTAL TIPS FOR BACK TO SCHOOL

As summer comes to an end and the school year is beginning, it’s time to start thinking about a healthy back-to-school routine for your child. Taking care of your child’s teeth is an important part of this routine, as research shows that poor oral health

MEDICAL CONDITIONS THAT AFFECT YOUR ORAL HEALTH

Many people are unaware that oral health is affected by a number of different factors, including various health conditions. In today’s post from Coventry Dental Care, we’re going to discuss a few of the main health conditions that can affect your oral health. If you need