Posts by Parisa Kermanshahi:
Teledentistry is a word you’ll be hearing more of. It simply means using your smartphone/tablet or laptop/desktop to talk to your dentist and to also give or receive files and documents. If you’ve never used the video chat feature on your phone or laptop, it’s as easy as making a phone call. There are quite…
If you’re looking for a new dentist, you’re no doubt talking with a variety of professionals and trying to gauge which one is the ideal dentist for you. Finding a new dentist shouldn’t just be as simple as walking into a dental clinic and signing a form; you should have an opportunity to get to…
If you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, you’re probably wondering whether there’s any benefit in preventative procedures. Doesn’t preventive dentistry take time? And isn’t it expensive? In truth, it’s actually much more expensive and time consuming to treat problems after they’ve developed than it is to prevent them from occurring in the first…
For most patients, planning a dentist appointment is as simple as booking a day off work and waiting in an office for an hour. But if you want to strategically plan your dental appointment to minimize wait times, it helps to understand typical dentist office traffic patterns and find a low-traffic day for your appointment….
If you’re experiencing dental symptoms like pain, a cavity might be the culprit. Not all dental symptoms are indicative of a cavity though, and sometimes, discomfort is just random and not symptomatic of a problem. So how can you tell if what you’re feeling is a new cavity developing? Here are just a few symptoms…
If you’re a relatively new parent, you’ve been working hard to ensure that your child stays safe and healthy. And that typically means several visits with the pediatrician and other health professionals – including the dentist. Your child’s first dentist visit is a great milestone to celebrate, although if you don’t know what to expect,…
If you have a new baby, you’re probably already in the process of planning trips to the pediatrician, optometrist, GP, and more. But one appointment you can’t forget is your baby dentist appointment. Most dentists recommend you should take your child to see a dentist no later than 6 months after the eruption of their…
Your first dentist visit should be a very informative experience that tells you whether or not that dentist is a good fit for you. You’ll want to ensure you’re well prepared for this first visit in order to make an informed choice. Here are just three ways you can ensure that your first visit is…
The teenage years are crucial for developing good dental habits. They are conscious about how they look and whether their teeth are crooked. They are exposed to endless advertising and peer pressure to eat junk food and drink sodas that will lead to cavities and gum disease if unchecked. They’re busy with homework and after…
Starting a family is an exciting and rewarding experience. It is important to consider many different things to ensure the best and the most healthy pregnancy possible during your journey to motherhood. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can have effects on your oral health and increase your risk of developing gum disease. Having healthy teeth can decrease…