Dental implants are fantastic way to restore your smile. They’re a convenient solution that look and function like your natural teeth. To make them last as long as possible, proper care at home is especially important. When it comes to protecting dental implants, “the goal of oral hygiene is to prevent infection.” You do…
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Gum Disease Destroys Smiles
If your teeth hurt when you chew or if your gums bleed when you brush, you probably have gum disease. That means you should see your dentist right away. Otherwise, gum disease could wreak havoc on your smile. Gum disease is a conditions which afflicts millions of Canadians. In fact, according to the Canadian…
Battle of the Interdental Cleaners–Dental Floss v. Water Flossers
Importance of Interdental Cleaners We refer to dental floss as an “interdental cleaner” because it removes debris from the spaces in between your teeth where your toothbrush can’t reach. It is extremely important to get rid of plaque and other substances the interdental region to protect your smile from hazards such as plaque and gum…
Dr. Wassenaar Awarded Certificate of Merit by Mayor of Williams Lake, British Columbia
On Tuesday, June 6, 2017 the city of Williams Lake, British Columbia, Canada awarded two of its citizens with Certificates of Merit. The goal of the ceremony was to acknowledge Williams Lake citizens who are drawing positive attention for the city. Read about who was awarded and the specific reason that Dr. Wassanaar was chosen…
Getting Fit for the Summer Includes Perfecting Your Smile
When you think of your favorite aspects of the people you meet, how important is their smile? Although many people focus on dieting and exercising to perfect their bodies, a smile is often the most memorable feature of the people you meet. Everyone’s smile is different, and the intensity and genuine nature with which you…
Dr. Wassenaar Recognized as Esteemed Expert in Implantology Field
Dr. Rudy Wassenaar can now add another title to his already impressive career and education in dentistry. At the 2016 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry, held in New Orleans from October 26-29, Dr. Wassenaar was recognized as an official Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. Earning this title is…
Fight Dental Health Issues with These Fruits and Vegetables
In our previous blog, we talked about some of the great outdoor events around Williams Lake. Another aspect that makes Williams Lake an amazing place to live and visit is our access to fresh produce. Cariboo Growers Farmers Co-op works hard to bring our town sustainable, clean, and fresh food throughout the entire year. Cariboo…
Things to Do in Williams Lake
Williams Lake is hands down one of the prettiest towns in British Columbia. But, we might be biased. It’s the perfect balance between small town and rural living. You can disconnect from the perils of city life and still enjoy the luxuries of modern life. At Williams Lake Smiles, we offer dental packages for patients…
Can “No-Drill” Dentistry Save Smiles?
For many patients, the dull buzzing of a dental drill is enough to scare them out of the dentist’s office. We’ve discussed the dangers associated with dental fear in a previous post, but we’d like to stress the importance of regular dental visits again for our patients here in Williams Lake, BC. Going to visit…
Five Ways Alcohol Is Ruining Your Smile
There are many different things that we do every day that are potentially impacting our teeth in a negative way. Of these, the one we want to talk about today is the consumption of alcohol. Alcohol is very bad for the health of your teeth. In fact, it turns out that alcohol is awful for…