Can a Dentist Help With TMJ? Jaw Pain & Treatment in St. John’s
Can a Dentist Help With TMJ? Yes, a dentist can diagnose and treat most cases of TMJ disorder. If you're dealing with jaw pain, clicking when you open your mouth, tension headaches, or a jaw that occasionally locks, your [...]
How To Decide Between Veneers and Composite Bonding?
Have you been thinking about improving your smile? Maybe a chipped tooth that bothers you, some discoloration that whitening alone won't fix, or a gap you have never quite liked? There is a good chance you have come across [...]
What’s The Difference Between a Night Guard and Bite Plane
If your dentist has mentioned that you might need something to protect your teeth at night, you’ve probably come across both terms: night guard and bite plane, and wondered if they’re the same thing. The short answer is: sort [...]
Dental Implants vs. Dentures: How Do You Choose?
If you've lost a tooth, or several, you're probably weighing your options and wondering which direction makes the most sense. Implants and dentures are both great solutions, but they're quite different in how they work, what they cost, and [...]
How Long Does Teeth Whitening Last?
Professional teeth whitening typically lasts between six months and two years, depending on what you eat and drink, and how well you maintain your results afterward. In-Office vs. Take-Home Whitening: Is There a Difference? Avalon Dental offers two professional [...]
Why Your Tooth is Sensitive and How Your Dentist Can Help
Most of us have felt that sharp, sudden sting when you sip a hot coffee or bite into an ice cream cone at some point. Tooth sensitivity is one of the most common dental complaints we hear about at [...]
Holiday & Winter Oral Care Guide
Winter is right around the corner, and each day is getting colder here in St. John’s. As we head into the chillier months, it’s the perfect time to spread some cheer (and a bit of our oral health wisdom) [...]
5 Simple Tips for a Healthier Smile and Body
Fall the perfect time to show your gums some extra love. You might not think about them often, but your gums play a big role in keeping your smile and your whole body healthy. In fact, gum health has [...]
Back to School Dental Checklist for Kids and Teens
A Parent’s Guide to Starting the School Year with a Healthy Smile As summer winds down and families across St. John's get ready for back to school, it's the perfect time to check in on your child’s dental health. [...]
The Latest Update on the Canadian Dental Care Plan
The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is taking another significant step forward in improving access to affordable dental care. At Avalon Dental, we’re committed to helping our patients stay informed about their options, and we’re pleased to share that [...]
An Update on the Canadian Dental Care Plan
As of August 1st, Avalon Dental will be registered for the Canadian Dental Plan (CDCP). With such a large influx of eligibility for this plan we are only accepting active patients of the clinic. If you’ve been approved for [...]
Canadian Dental Care Plan
The Canadian Government recently announced the Canadian Dental Care Plan with the goal to help ease financial barriers to accessing oral health care for eligible Canadian residents. Information regarding the plan is currently limited however we have done our [...]
