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Advice & Tips from Our Dentists

At Fort Richmond Dental Centre, our goal is to educate patients on their own oral health so they can make informed decisions. Read advice, news, and information from our Winnipeg dentists in our dental blog.

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Getting Your Toddler To Brush Their Teeth

Just like getting your kids to eat their veggies, convincing them to brush their teeth can also be difficult. Our Winnipeg dentists are here with tips to help your child develop good oral hygiene habits.

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How To Teach Oral Hygiene To Kids

Optimal hygiene practices start from the time we are babies so our Winnipeg dentists are here to help you teach your kids the importance of a good oral hygiene routine.

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How to Talk To Children About Visiting the Dentist

A trip to the dentist is not exactly something every kid dreams about. Our Winnipeg dentists are here to help you prepare your child for their first dental appointment.

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When To Start Flossing Your Child's Teeth

If you're starting to think about whether it's the right time to start flossing your children's teeth, our Winnipeg dentists have the answers that you are looking for.

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Healthy Teeth: Why Starting Early is Key

Preventive care is the key best way to defend against tooth decay and a number of other oral health-related issues. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain why establishing good dental healthcare routines early in life is important.

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Everything You Need To Know About Puberty Gingivitis

Puberty gingivitis can start to develop in kids once they hit puberty but is completely preventable. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain what causes it, and how to prevent it.

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When You Should Start Brushing Your Baby's Teeth

Baby teeth are essential for children's healthy oral development, and for the health of their entire body. That's why brushing them is so important. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain. 

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Can Children and Teens Get Their Teeth Whitened?

For a few important reasons, our Winnipeg dentists advise against teeth whitening for children and young teens.

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What happens during my child's dental appointment?

A child's dental appointment involves many of the same elements as their parents, with some important differences. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain what to expect during your child’s dental appointment.

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What Is The Difference Between A Pediatric Dentist And A General Dentist?

Pediatric dentistry is a branch specializing in the oral health care of children, from infants to teenagers. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain how pediatric dentists are different from general dentists.

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Topical Fluoride: How Fluoride Works

Fluoride is a natural mineral that often can strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities. Our Winnipeg dentists explain how fluoride treatments work to protect your teeth.

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10 Fun Dental Facts for Kids

If your kids find everything to do with their teeth and dental health boring, try talking to them about some of the fun dental facts from our Winnipeg dentists listed below to pique their interest!

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How To Care For Dental Veneers

Veneers provide a relatively quick and long-lasting fix for teeth that are stained, chipped, misaligned, or irregularly shaped. They are a fantastic way to help reshape your smile. Winnipeg dentists are here to tell you how to take proper care of them.

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Bleeding Gums When Brushing: Should I Be Worried?

Bleeding gums can be a sign of dental health complications, many of which are quite severe and require immediate attention. Here, the Winnipeg dentists from Fort Richmond Dental Centre explain how to prevent and treat bleeding gums, and provide guidance on when there is cause for more serious concern.

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Cosmetic Dental Care & Your Oral Health

Cosmetic dental care goes beyond simply making your teeth look good. Our Winnipeg dentists are here to explain how these procedures help with oral hygiene and more.

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Types of Dental Cleanings

Understanding the different types of dental cleanings can help you communicate effectively with your dentist and keep your oral health in shape. Our Winnipeg dentists explain how each cleaning works.

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Dental Veneer FAQs

If your teeth are crooked, misaligned, stained, or chipped, it can be uncomfortable showing off your smile. Dental veneers may be an option for you to consider, and our Winnipeg dentists are here to answer some FAQs.

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Brushing vs Flossing: Which Comes First

Many people know on a basic level that brushing and flossing are recommended by dentists as part of a good oral hygiene routine. Some patients however are unclear on the finer details, like what order they should be done in or if one is more important than the other. Today, our Winnipeg dentists talk about brushing and flossing in detail.

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Dental Bonding vs. Dental Veneers

Cosmetic dental procedures such as dental bonding and veneers are a great way to lighten and transform your smile. Our Winnipeg dentists are here to explain the key differences between each procedure.

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Your Child’s First Dental Cleaning: What to Expect

According to our Winnipeg dentists, here is what you may anticipate from your child's first dental cleaning.

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Teeth Whitening: In-Office vs. At-Home

You may be wondering about the difference between teeth whitening at your dentist's office compared to do-it-yourself treatments at home. Here, our Winnipeg dentists shed some light on your options for this popular cosmetic dental procedure to lighten your smile. 

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What are the components of a good brushing and flossing routine?

Bleeding gums can be a sign of dental health complications, many of which are quite severe and require immediate attention. Here, the Winnipeg dentists from Fort Richmond Dental Centre explain how to prevent and treat bleeding gums, and provide guidance on when there is cause for more serious concern.

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Is there such a thing as a cosmetic dentist?

Cosmetic dental procedures are a staple of many dental clinics, but is this considered a specialty that a dentist can focus solely on? Our Winnipeg dentists are here to explain.

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10 Oral Hygiene Tips

Maintaining your oral health is a key part of your overall health and well-being. Here, our Winnipeg dentists offer their best oral hygiene tips to help keep your teeth and dental health in peak condition.

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Teeth Whitening: How White is Too White?

When it comes to teeth whitening, it’s easy to go a bit too far on the quest for a sparkling, bright white smile! Our Winnipeg dentists offer up some advice on how to whiten your teeth without overdoing it.

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Getting Your Toddler To Brush Their Teeth

Just like getting your kids to eat their veggies, convincing them to brush their teeth can also be difficult. Our Winnipeg dentists are here with tips to help your child develop good oral hygiene habits.

Read more

How To Teach Oral Hygiene To Kids

Optimal hygiene practices start from the time we are babies so our Winnipeg dentists are here to help you teach your kids the importance of a good oral hygiene routine.

Read more

How to Talk To Children About Visiting the Dentist

A trip to the dentist is not exactly something every kid dreams about. Our Winnipeg dentists are here to help you prepare your child for their first dental appointment.

Read more

When To Start Flossing Your Child's Teeth

If you're starting to think about whether it's the right time to start flossing your children's teeth, our Winnipeg dentists have the answers that you are looking for.

Read more

Healthy Teeth: Why Starting Early is Key

Preventive care is the key best way to defend against tooth decay and a number of other oral health-related issues. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain why establishing good dental healthcare routines early in life is important.

Read more

Everything You Need To Know About Puberty Gingivitis

Puberty gingivitis can start to develop in kids once they hit puberty but is completely preventable. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain what causes it, and how to prevent it.

Read more

When You Should Start Brushing Your Baby's Teeth

Baby teeth are essential for children's healthy oral development, and for the health of their entire body. That's why brushing them is so important. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain. 

Read more

Can Children and Teens Get Their Teeth Whitened?

For a few important reasons, our Winnipeg dentists advise against teeth whitening for children and young teens.

Read more

What happens during my child's dental appointment?

A child's dental appointment involves many of the same elements as their parents, with some important differences. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain what to expect during your child’s dental appointment.

Read more

What Is The Difference Between A Pediatric Dentist And A General Dentist?

Pediatric dentistry is a branch specializing in the oral health care of children, from infants to teenagers. Here, our Winnipeg dentists explain how pediatric dentists are different from general dentists.

Read more

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