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Spring Cleaning!
Patio weather and family get-together's are just around the corner. If you've been thinking about rejuvenating your smile, you're not alone! The warmer weather seems to elicit more frequent smiles. If yours has lost some of its luster over the years, speak to us, there is a lot we can do to help bring out its natural beauty.

April is Oral Health Month
Your oral health is directly related to your overall health and quality of life. More and more we are finding that your mouth offers early warning signs of other health conditions. If you would like to come in for a cleaning and a check up of your oral health give us a call today or click here to request an appointment.

April also hosts National Dental Hygienists Week April 11-17, Daffodil Month in support of Cancer Awareness and April 22 is Earth Day.

We hope you had a great long weekend and were able to spend it relaxing. More likely you may have started the spring cleaning process around your house. Before you undertake any spring cleaning task we suggest you make a list of everything that needs to get done. There are many good websites available to get you started. Remember to stretch and have fun!

Until next time, keep smiling,

Dr. Freedman and the Team at BDHC

Watching a thrilling movie or the championship game can be a 'nail biting' experience. The excitement has us sitting at the edge of seats, our hearts pounding... and some of us even taking the 'nail biting' aspect literally.

How does nail biting affect your teeth?
The primary issue with nail biting is the pressure it puts on your front teeth. These teeth are not built to withstand the same amount of pressure that your molars are. Nail biting can cause the enamel protecting your teeth to fracture as well as wearing down and chipping the edges. Despite being the hardest substance in your body, enamel is by no means invincible.

Chewing your nails creates rough edges which can cut your gums. Complicating this is the presence of bacteria and fungi that live on your fingers. By biting your nails you put yourself at an increased risk of gum infection, by giving these bacteria a new way to access your bloodstream.

Click here for some tips on how to cut nail biting out of your life!

A misconception about avocado is that they are "fattening". While it is true the most of the calories in an avocado come from fat, they are the good fats that your body needs.

The healthy omega 3 oils in avocados are essential to our body and our cells. In this case they body actually utilizes these fatty acids for energy (as opposed to storage). Avocados are also rich in potassium, B vitamins with have trace amounts of protein making them nourishing and filling.

With patio weather returning to the city, you may find yourself entertaining or as a guest looking for something to bring to the table. Before you reach for chips and dip we have a suggestion that is sure to be a hit ...Wholly Guacamole!

Guacamole is a staple that you really can't go wrong with. As a dip it can be healthy, nourishing and delicious all at the same time. While this recipe from fullynourished.ca adds protein from peas, you can adjust the recipe to your taste.

Click here for the recipe

This recipe was sourced from Fully Nourished by Marni Wasserman.