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Celebrate “Align Your Teeth Day” on August 10, 2023, with Videntist
Looking forward to a day dedicated to embracing the power of a confident and radiant smile? Mark your calendars for August 10, 2023, as it's the first-ever "Align Your Teeth Day"! This special occasion celebrates the importance of dental alignment and its...
Cosmetic dentistry in Nanaimo, BC
Very few of us were born with a perfect smile. Cosmetic dentistry can address a wide array of aesthetic concerns. Beautiful, healthy-looking smiles are within reach for more patients of all ages, with more effective treatments that are often surprisingly affordable....
Botox treatments in Nanaimo
At Wellington Dental Clinic we work daily to improve the function and appearance of our patients’ smiles. These days more and more patients in Nanaimo are seeking out cosmetic dental procedures to improve their appearance. Treatments such as teeth whitening, porcelain...
Tips on preventing cavities
The majority of the patients we have seen have experienced a cavity at least once in their lives. In fact, cavity fillings are one of the most common dental treatments we do here at Wellington Dental Clinic in Nanaimo. However, there are steps every patient can take...
The benefits of fluoride
At Wellington Dental Clinic in Nanaimo, we recommend that all patients use a fluoride-containing toothpaste to help ensure that their teeth stay strong and cavity free. We understand that some patients are worried about ingesting fluoride, or allowing their children...
Looking for a new dentist in Nanaimo, BC?
If you are new to the area, it's a good idea to locate a family dentist, preferably before a problem occurs. This way you will be able to take the time you need to find a dentist you really feel comfortable, rather than being pressured into going to the first...
TMJ disorder treatment in Nanaimo, BC
‘TMJ’ refers to the temporomandibular joints, which connects the jaw to the skull on either side of a person’s face. TMJ is often also used to describe the nearby mastication muscles. TMJ disorder, or TMD, happens when a patient experiences pain or swelling in these...
When is the ideal time to take your child to the dentist? Family Dentistry in Nanaimo, BC
Many people are unsure of when to take their child for their first dental visit. Parents are focused on getting their child potty trained, through teething, and teaching them their ABCs, and rightfully so. But with all the chores and milestones associated with raising...
Do you need to have your wisdom teeth removed? | Wisdom teeth extraction in Nanaimo, BC
Wisdom teeth, which are the third set of molars, tend to surface around the ages of 1725. In many cases, wisdom teeth are impacted, meaning that they don't have enough room to emerge. They may also come in crooked or sideways. If left in the mouth, impacted wisdom...
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Is it wise to remove your wisdom teeth, even if they aren't causing you any problems? Since most people will have four wisdom teeth (although some people have can have less or none), this is question that most people will have to ponder at some point. First of all,...