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• Use a soft-bristle toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste.
• Wait at least 20–30 minutes after eating before brushing your teeth.
• Floss every day.
• Eat a well-balanced diet.
• Limit foods and beverages containing sugar or carbohydrates.
• Ideal snack foods: cheese, nuts, vegetables, and non-acidic fruits.
• Look for oral care products with the Canadian Dental Association (CDA) Seal.

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[vc_column_text]Look for signs of gum disease:

• Red, shiny, puffy, sore or sensitive gums
• Bleeding when you brush or floss
• Bad breath that won’t go away

Look for signs of oral cancer:

• Bleeding or open sores that don’t heal
• White or red patches
• Numbness or tingling
• Small lumps and thickening on the sides or bottom of your tongue, the floor or roof of your mouth, the inside of your cheeks, or on your gums

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• Good nutrition helps build strong teeth and gums.
• Munch on mouth-healthy snacks like cheeses, nuts, vegetables, and non-acidic fruits.

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• 48% of Canadians who haven’t seen a dentist in the past year have gum disease. Regular dental exams and professional cleanings are the best way to prevent and detect problems before they get worse. Don’t wait for a toothache or a dental emergency to schedule your next appointment call us 604-359-9014.

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• Smoking and chewing tobacco can cause oral cancer, heart disease, gum disease, and a variety of other cancers.

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