Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre
2668a Innes Road K1B 4Z5 Ottawa, ON, Canada

Dentists need to take care of their teeth too, and there's nobody Dr. Plant trusts more than her own team! Here she is in the capable hands of Dr. Smith and Yuka! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

Proud to sponsor this up-and-coming hockey star! We like to support our young patients in all of their endeavours. Alexanne Dubois is a name to remember! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

October is Spinach Lovers Month! Leafy greens such as spinach promote oral health in a big way. Sure, spinach may get stuck in your teeth once in a while but it is very high in calcium, which builds your teeth's enamel. Leafy greens also contain folic acid, a type of B vitamin that has numerous health benefits, including ridding the body of toxins and possibly treating gum disease in pregnant women! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

PLEASE SHARE! HYGIENIST NEEDED AT BLACKBURN SHOPPES DENTAL CENTRE: We are looking for a dental hygienist (along with everyone else in the city) to join our tea...m. We know that hygienists are looking for the right fit in a dental office, and we are an office that provides a great work environment for our team members. We also know money is necessary, AND we are very aware that feeling good about coming to work every day to spend time with a great team is also essential. Dr. Plant prides herself on creating a positive team environment. We want to know all about you! We want to help you achieve not only professional goals BUT your PERSONAL dreams. We work together as a team to help each other achieve our dreams. While our hygienists take care of our patients and provide excellent service to them, we are working on helping them achieve their dreams. We want you to succeed in all aspects of your life, not just as a clinical hygienist, but in various departments of your lives such as emotionally, intellectually, creatively, financially, physically; this is just to name a few. If we ignited your passion for a new change, please send us your resume, and we would love to meet with you. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Salary: From $66,532.00 per year COVID-19 considerations: All proper covid protocols are strictly followed

Many people are satisfied with the sparkle they get from brushing twice daily with a fluoride-containing toothpaste, cleaning between their teeth once a day with floss and the regular cleanings at your dentist’s office. If you decide you would like to go beyond this to make your smile look brighter, you should investigate all of your options. You can choose the whitening process you are more comfortable with: In-office whitening At-home whitening... Visit our website to learn more or don't hesitate to reach out with any questions! https://ottawafamilydentist.com/services/teeth-whitening/

Congratulations to our awesome patient Mark Sutton on winning our holiday gift basket! Mark is now ready for 2021 with a whole bunch of dental goodies like a new electric toothbrush, floss, toothpaste and more! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

Happy New Year! Start the new year off right with healthy teeth and gums by setting dental hygiene goals for 2021. Whether it be flossing twice a day, brushing teeth for longer or curbing a sweet tooth, no goal is too small- we're here to help! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

We at Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre hope you're enjoying this holiday season and remembering to floss after all those goodies! Just a reminder that our office is closed this week, re-opening on January 4th, 2021. Happy New Year! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

A Christmas message from Dr. Plant https://youtu.be/PQKW2vBbiWY

Keep your teeth looking as white as snow this holiday season! Snacking is at an all-time high at this time of year , so make flossing a priority once a day or even twice! Flossing is an important part of fighting tooth decay and gum disease. Children can begin flossing once 2 teeth are touching, or when all 4 sides of a tooth cannot be cleaned by brushing alone. www.ottawafamilydentist.com

A clean, modern dental suite is what you can expect when visiting us, complete with mesmerizing artwork or we can put on your favourite show while we work! www.ottawafamilydentist.com

It's #ToothTuesday! Let's learn more about bicuspids! Did you know bicuspids are some of the hardest working teeth in your mouth? That's because they are in-between both your molars and your incisors, talk about double duty! Watch this adorable video to learn more about these special teeth. www.ottawafamilydentist.com

TGIF! As we head into the weekend, let's meet the team! Pictured here with Dr. Plant is our superstar hygienist, Melanie! Melanie is a team player who recently won the award for extraordinary service and dedication to her patients and teammates! Melanie joined us in July 2018 and in the short time she has been with us, she has accomplished many things thanks to her positive attitude. ... Fun facts about Melanie: Likes board games Has taken up golf this year with her fiancée Enjoys baking Has a cat named Baxter www.ottawafamilydentist.com

Is this a film set or a dental clinic? Exciting day at the office! Stay tuned for some informative videos coming soon. www.ottawafamilydentist.com

It's #ToothTuesday! 73% of Canadians say they would rather go grocery shopping than floss. Sure, grocery shopping can be fun but when you don’t floss, you miss cleaning roughly 35% of your tooth’s surface! It's not just about cleaning either, flossing can extend your life expectancy up to 6 years because it reduces the chances of infectious diseases hiding in between your teeth and can even prevent heart attacks. A healthy mouth means a healthy body. ... https://ottawafamilydentist.com/

TGIF! As we head into the weekend, it's time to MEET THE TEAM! Meet Stephanie, another one of our incredible hygienists! Stephanie has been with us since Dr. Plant opened the practice and just celebrated her 16th anniversary at the clinic! ... Patients absolutely love Stephanie; here are some more fun facts about her: Loves baking Cooking with her family Loves bonfires Secretly loves playing with Lego *Photo with the coffee was taken prior to COVID-19. https://ottawafamilydentist.com/

It's #ToothTuesday! Today we're going to look at why your teeth can be considered STRONG but DELICATE! You may have heard that your teeth are one of the strongest parts of your whole body. That is true, but a tooth is actually the only part of the body that can’t heal itself , which is why it is so important to take good care of them by flossing & brushing every day, and visiting Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre for regular cleanings! ... https://ottawafamilydentist.com/

Trust us, there is nothing cute about gingivitis! Here are the top 4 ways to avoid it: Brush your teeth at least twice a day (opt for an electric toothbrush to maximize your cleaning potential) Replace your toothbrush (head) every 3 months... Floss every day Visit your dentist every six months https://ottawafamilydentist.com/

Dentists in Ontario are seeing an increase in dental cracks during the pandemic because people are stressed out! An important reminder to eat well and get enough sleep. Taking good care of ourselves has never been more important!

There has been a lot of talk about bacteria this year! Did you know there are anywhere between 500 and 1,000 different kinds of bacteria in our mouths?! It's #ToothTuesday, so let's take a look at interesting facts about the bacteria that plays a role in your oral health! ... Babies’ mouths are free of bacteria at birth. However, bacteria is transferred into their mouths from their mothers within hours, mainly through kissing and food sharing. Saliva flushes harmful bacteria out of the mouth by making it hard for bacteria to stick to the surfaces of our teeth. The tongue holds a significant portion of the mouth’s bacteria. It’s just as important to clean the tongue as it is to brush and floss, because bacteria on the tongue contributes to gum disease and bad breath. Smoking increases your risk of tooth decay and gum disease. Smoking tobacco destroys helpful bacteria in the mouth, which promotes the growth of harmful oral bacteria. Oral bacteria multiply in number every 4-5 hours. No wonder it’s so important to brush teeth twice a day! http://ottawafamilydentist.com

We get to know your mouth pretty well , so it's only fair that you get to know us! Meet one of our fabulous dental hygienists, Melissa! It is important to Melissa that she makes each of her patients feel welcome & comfortable and she works hard to make each visit a positive one! ... FUN FACTS ABOUT MELISSA: Loves baking with her kids Loves hiking & biking Loves road trips and exploring new towns with all the neat things they have to offer (although maybe not at this very moment ) Visit Melissa's bio page on our website to learn more about her childhood & education! https://ottawafamilydentist.com/our-team/melissa/

Aren't our new doors just aDOORable? If you're familiar with our office, you might remember our former open-concept layout, but we can't HANDLE the thought of any staff or patients getting sick, so we've installed these beautiful new glass doors to keep our patients isolated during appointments! Everyone's health HINGES upon everybody doing their part. https://ottawafamilydentist.com/

Did you know? Teeth are the ONLY body part that cannot repair themselves. As if we need yet another reason to take good care of our teeth! When a tooth is broken, it will only continue to 'rot' thanks to the (bad) germs that always live our mouth. ... Although prevention is best, there are many options to repair a damaged tooth. Fewf! The important thing is to identify damage early, and with regular maintenance from the team at Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre, you will incur far less pain, suffering and financial burden in the long run. https://ottawafamilydentist.com/

It's very important to VISIT your dentist every six months! Regular dental VISITS are important because they help to keep your teeth and gums healthy. During your dental check up, the team at Blackburn Shoppes Dental Centre will check your overall oral health for any trouble areas. During the cleaning, our dental professionals will remove any plaque and tartar buildup and may polish your teeth too! https://ottawafamilydentist.com/