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You know the phrase ‘the gift that keeps giving’? An electric toothbrush is one of these gifts: It gives the recipient ultra-clean teeth and more successful trips to the dentist for many months to come. And it’s more fun than using a regular toothbrush. Not convinced? Keep reading! The technology delivers up to 48,800 movements […]

Fissure sealants – also known as ‘pit-and-fissure sealants’ or dental sealants – are a safe, painless way of protecting teeth from decay. They are one of the most effective interventions for preventing caries (tooth decay) in children. What Are Fissure Sealants? A sealant is a protective resin coating which is painted onto the grooves of […]

This fall Sullivan Heights Dental in Surrey, BC, sent out a special mailer to homes around our neighbourhood. This postcard featured a ticket to enter to win a draw for an Apple iPad! We completed the draw earlier this month and called the lucky winner, Joy B., who was completely surprised and very excited to […]

If you are fearful of going to the dentist, you are not alone. Dental anxiety and phobia are extremely common—it’s estimated that 9% to 15% of North Americans avoid seeing the dentist because of their fear. This translates into somewhere between 3.25 to 5.5 million people just in Canada. The Sullivan Heights Dental staff has […]

We have some exciting news! Our clinic now offers WiFi through our Facebook page, as well as a monthly prize giveaway. How to Access WiFi Simply check in to our clinic location on Facebook. No WiFi code is necessary. Never ‘checked in’ before? On your iPhone: Open the Facebook app Look for the red Check […]

As dental professionals, our love of toothpaste is well known. But did you know that two-dollar tube in your bathroom can be used in many more ways other than keeping your teeth clean and cavity free? Learn about these unusual uses for toothpaste, and you’ll see why it’s one of best ‘life hacks’ readily available. […]

Someone you trust has confided (or possibly hinted) that you have bad breath. Or, maybe you suspect that your breath isn’t sweet based on the sour taste in your mouth. Why does bad breath happen and what can you do about it? Here are three good reasons why you may have bad breath: 1. Your […]

This is a common question from parents, and completely understandable. Why go through the hassle of getting a filling on a tooth that is going to fall out eventually? Short answer: The filling is needed for the long-term health of your child’s teeth, which has a very important connection to their adult teeth. For the […]