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You’ve probably heard about tooth enamel at least once or twice in your life. You’ve heard that it’s important, that it’s strong, and that you have to protect it. But with all the advancements in dental services the past few decades, it’s hard to take the warnings seriously. After all, if you lose a tooth,... READ MORE
May 5, 2021
We hate to break it to you: even if your teeth feel fine right now, there’s a 70% chance you’re going to have gum disease at some point in your life. 32% of Canadians have gum disease right now! Gum disease (also called periodontal disease) is one of the most common dental problems out there,... READ MORE
April 30, 2021
You already know that good oral care is important for the whole family. From the youngest member of your household to the oldest, their teeth need to be kept clean and healthy, and just brushing and flossing won’t do the trick. For consistent, lifelong care, you need the attention of a dentist. Barrie has many... READ MORE
April 25, 2021
It's true - on April 23, 2021, Dr. Elston Wong Dentistry will be moving! We couldn't be more excited for the change, and we think you'll love the new location as much as we do. Our new address will be: 222 Mapleview Dr W Unit 2 Barrie ON L4N 9E7 We'll be taking a week to get everything set... READ MORE
April 20, 2021
You lost your baby teeth a long time ago. You’ve gone through the growing pains of your teeth settling in your teenage years, and now that your adult set of teeth are here to stay, you can quit worrying about how they might change...right? Your teeth, just like the rest of your body, will continue to... READ MORE
March 30, 2021
Fear of the dentist isn’t uncommon. In fact, it’s estimated that 36% of people experience some kind of dental anxiety. When you’re dealing with fear or anxiety around the idea of a visit to your dental office, you’re much more likely to engage in an activity called dental avoidance. Dental avoidance is - as the... READ MORE
March 23, 2021
There are plenty of reasons someone might put off a visit to their local dentist’s office. Perhaps they’re worried about pain management, or about what the dentist might think of their teeth (don’t worry - we’ve seen it all before, and we don’t judge). However, their reason for not visiting might be tied to misinformation... READ MORE
March 22, 2021
Life is challenging. From early mornings to late nights, it can be hard to plan ahead for everything life throws at you. Perhaps work takes longer than you think it will, or your alarm doesn’t go off when it should. Minutes can get shaved off, and you don’t notice until it’s time to decide whether... READ MORE
February 26, 2021
When you’re a parent, finding the right snack for your child can seem like an impossible task, especially if you’re trying to pull everything together in the morning or if your child’s a bit of a picky eater. It’s very tempting to give up and let them have a candy bar, if only so it’s... READ MORE
February 23, 2021
It’s February, the month usually associated with hearts, sweets, red and pink decorations, and, of course, romance. As your local dentist office, we can’t officially condone the overindulgence of sugary sweets, but we can fully support sharing the love with your sweetheart. In fact, we’re taking it one step further this year with four of... READ MORE
February 19, 2021
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