In a significant step towards ensuring equitable access to essential healthcare services, Sparkleen Dental had the distinct honour of hosting The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Canada’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, for the formal unveiling of the new Canadian Dental Care Plan, which comes into effect this June. This momentous occasion marked a crucial step … Sparkleen Dental Hosts Historic Announcement
For a lot of people, just the thought of a dental visit can send shivers down their spine, regardless of how comfortable they are with their dentist, and believe it or not, there is a name for it. It’s called Dentophobia and is more generally known as dental anxiety. Statistics suggest that around 5% to 20% of … How To Combat Dental Visit Anxiety: A Guide for Most of Us
A bright, radiant smile is often considered one of the most attractive features a person can have. With the rise of social media and “selfie culture,” the want for a dazzling smile has only increased. Thankfully, advancements in dental technology have made teeth whitening more accessible and convenient than ever before. However, it can be … Whitening Kits Vs In-Office Whitening: Which is Right for You?
Halloween candy and other holiday treats seem everywhere, from Thanksgiving until after New Year’s. But let’s get real: we love them, and no matter what, they end up in front of us throughout this time of year. Even the team here loves to pop a few here and there on occasion, and why not? We … Let Them Eat Candy! A Realistic Guide to Holiday Munching
It’s that time of year again when everyone has the “use it or lose it” mindset for their dental benefits, and rightfully so. Millions and millions of dollars are saved by insurance companies simply from people not using up their benefits before the calendar year is up…And once they’re gone, they are gone. That’s why … Dental Insurance: 5 Tips to Maximize Your Coverage
We already know that good oral health is essential to our overall health. But unfortunately, many Canadians are living with periodontal or gum disease, don’t even know it, and go on being undiagnosed. This actually happens a lot since the people’s teeth themselves “feel” fine, so they skip going to the dentist and pay little attention to … How Oral Health & Heart Disease Are Connected
Summer is thankfully just around the corner; we’ve been fortunate to have already had some very nice weather here in Toronto this Spring.