Gorham Denture Clinic
94 Main Street P0A 1Z0 Sundridge, ON, Canada

Happy Thanksgiving to all our American clients and friends!

HOHOHO someone is coming to town in one month!

Don't forget to bring your insurance card with you to your dental appointment. We can bill them directly for the work you have done or complete estimates if required.

Thank you to everyone that was able to post-pone their appointments today. We found out last minute that our contractor was coming to replace our flooring. Thank you very much De Peuter Decorating Centre! The office looks great.

Question: I have lost weight and I notice my dentures aren’t fitting anymore. Is this normal? Answer: Losing weight can have an unintended consequence it can cause your dentures to become loose. When you lose weight, your entire body changes, including your mouth and gums. This affects the fit of the denture and can cause them to become uncomfortable. This can often make eating and day-to-day life a struggle. Loose dentures can be fixed by a denture reline. Denture adhesive may mask the looseness of your dentures, but you will still not be receiving the function and appearance that you deserve. At Gorham Denture Clinic, we can provide same-day dentures relines with our on-site lab facility.

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Some interesting information coming from this study on the link between oral health and mental health. A great illustration of the systemic effects of mental illness. It is so important to not ignore mental health issues. Seek help from your medical team to support your needs. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4841282/

Saturday Funny! You have to love Garfield!

Interesting article highlighting the stress that Covid has caused the dental profession. Dental professionals are front line workers required to complete their work and treatments in close proximity to their clients, cope with lack of supplies and price gouging and deal with the stress of potentially getting sick/infected. That being said there isn't any place I would rather be working than in my clinic meeting my client's needs everyday. Each client's needs met brings joy and satisfaction to my work life. https://quoimedia.com/dentists-are-the-forgotten-health-pr/

Hands down a terrific denture cleaner. This product is only available in dental offices. Our patients keep coming back for more of this cleaner based on the great results they see from using it on their dentures.

A reminder that your insurance company requires a predetermination or estimate to be completed prior to their covering your new dentures. Please allow time between the estimate and when you think you want to begin your dentures. This is a necessary step to ensure that you have confirmation of what your insurance will pay and what you will have to be responsible for.

Good luck to the Almaguin Gazelles on their fundraiser! Watch for our donation, an electric toothbrush, if you are interested in a gift for yourself or someone for Christmas.

It's always great to get feedback from our clients. Let us help you next! "I could not be more impressed with your amazing service. Thank you for your kindness and helping a senior. You are such a credit to your profession. Thanks again."

Give the gift of health this year for the holidays! If your loved one has been neglecting dental work due to financial worries, consider a gift certificate to help them off set the costs to improve their health and recreate their smile and eating ability.

As information evolves about the spread of Covid we have enhanced our safety precautions to create the best air quality we can in the office. Two Jade air purifiers can be seen in our waiting room and operatory. The JADE air purification system utilizes Surgically Clean Air’s multi-stage air purifying technologies that work together to clean, purify and re-energize the indoor air. The multi stage filtration system captures dust particles, pollen, volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), mold, allergens, viruses, odors (like formaldehyde and smoke), bio-aerosols, nitrous oxide, and many other pollutants that are found in the inside air in workplaces and residences. The negative ion generator makes indoor feel more pure, clean and energized to help combat fatigue.

Have you heard of the Ontario Seniors Dental Care Program? If you have low income, you may qualify for this program to help subsidize your dental care. Locally, our program is run thru the Health Unit. Call them or our office for more information on applying. https://seniors.accerta.ca/application/en

Is dental insurance worth the expense? Have a look at the following article to determine whether investing in insurance is worth it to you? https://www.topconsumerreviews.com/de/article-pros-cons.php

Check their Facebook page this morning to live stream the Remembrance Day ceremony. Like everything this year, we are finding new ways to do things.

Your dentures are an investment and require care and attention to maintain their optimum performance. The fit of your dentures will have a profound affect on your oral tissues and health. An annual examination will help ensure your denture is functioning properly. What Happens at a Denture Exam?... Medical and Dental History Update Updating your medical and dental history with any significant changes is critical to maintaining your oral health and well-being. A variety of medical and dental conditions can alter a dentures fit. Annual Oral Exam Annual examinations can assist in detecting oral abnormalities including cancerous and pre-cancerous lesions. Early detection of these conditions is generally beneficial for treatment. Tissue and Bone Assessment Ill-fitting dentures may cause bone and tissue changes and need to be corrected for your oral health. Our practice can assess and recommend solutions to suit your personal needs. Comfort, Fit, and Integrity of Dentures Bite problems, speech impediments and tissue irritations can be caused by an ill-fitting denture and should be remedied. Leaving this condition unchecked can lead to complicated situations in the future. We can assess your dentures for cracks, chips, and broken or loose teeth and suggest solutions.

Should I wear my dentures while I sleep? No, it is recommended that you remove your denture for at least eight hours every day. This will allow for normal stimulation and cleansing of your gum tissues by your tongue and saliva. We suggest that after you remove your dentures, you brush them thoroughly and place them in a denture bath with a cleaning solution.

Dentures have come a long way over the years with new materials and technology that have greatly improved the natural look and feel of artificial teeth. Unfortunately, a set of dentures that can chew sticky gum without causing a problem has yet to be invented. Not all bubble gum is safe to chew with dentures. If you’ve made the mistake of getting chewing gum on your dentures it can be removed, but it will take a good amount of patience on your part to get them clean. Things... You’ll Need Vinegar Water Toothbrush Soft cloth Oil Denture cleanser Remove the dentures from your mouth, giving them a quick rinse under the sink to remove any food particles. Take off as much of the excess gum as you can by hand. Heat up a mixture of 1/2 cup white distilled vinegar and 1/2 cup hot water; let sit for five minutes. Dip a toothbrush into the vinegar and scrub the affected area of the dentures. Use a soft cloth to remove excess gum from the toothbrush and repeat, removing as much of the gum as possible. Apply cooking oil by hand to the surface where any gum remains, applying liberally and rubbing in a circular motion. Use a soft cloth to loosen the remaining gum by rubbing the teeth of the dentures in a top-to-bottom motion. Continue to work the oil in by hand and remove the excess with the cloth until none of it remains. Rotate the cloth regularly to a clean area while working off the gum. Scrub dentures with a clean toothbrush and your soak in your regular denture cleaner to completely remove the oil. Tips & Warnings Do not freeze dentures; this could lead to chipping or cracking. Never use harsh products such as bleaches or abrasive cleansers on your dentures, this can lead to scratching and bleaching of the pink portion of the dentures.