Harbour City Denture Clinic
620 Wentworth Street V9R3E5 Nanaimo, BC, Canada

The Marsh family have done it again - a brilliant lockdown parody!

Satisfactory Video How to Make a Kettle and to Coat Housewares

Stunning Moth orchids. How adorable!

For all the jiggers out there!! Ryan Richard of Sandy Bay (I think)..........OMG

As seen on Snoopy; https://m.facebook.com/Snoopy/ Amen to that!

Hysterical ! Credit To Artist

The The Pavilion Garden Centre heartwarming Christmas advert is here to share a little holiday cheer!

DRUNK SQUIRREL: A woman in Minnesota got a video of a squirrel outside her home who accidentally got a little tipsy from eating fermented pears. STORY: https://www.fox9.com//squirrel-gets-drunk-after-eating-fer (Video: Katy Morlock)

If you laugh you go to hell

Never struggle opening a Produce Bag ever again. During these incredibly difficult times... we know it's sometimes the little things. #Bloved

Testing Testing 1, 2, 3! Alert Ready Public Alerting Test on Wednesday, Nov. 25 at 1:55pm (PST), 2:55pm (MST) During the test, the public will hear an al...ert tone, along with the message below, on radio and TV. They could also hear or see the message on radio, TV and compatible wireless devices. If your device is configured to receive a vibration or other alert, rather than a tone, you will receive the test warning that way. This is a TEST of the British Columbia Emergency Alerting System, issued by Emergency Management British Columbia. This is ONLY a TEST. If this had been an actual emergency or threat, you would now see or hear instructions that would assist you to protect you and your family. For further information go to www.emergencyinfobc.gov.bc.ca This is ONLY a TEST, no action is required. Thanks for the head’s up Hope Volunteer Search and Rescue and Simply Balanced Bookkeeping Ltd. :) www.simplybalancedbenefits.co #makingbenefitseasier #groupbenefits #employeebenefitsbc #simplybalancedbenefitsfamily #bcemergencyalert #alertready

These animals definitely won't be making it to the Olympics...

EASTER WEEKEND HOURS Good Friday, April 19th Closed Saturday, April 20th Closed Easter Sunday, April 21st Closed... Easter Monday, April 22nd Closed Have an egg-stra special Easter! Harbour City Denture Clinic

Wishing you all a very Happy New Year!

Here are are Holiday Hours: - December 21st to 30th - Closed - December 31st - Office Open, Denturist Away - January 1st - Closed... Merry Christmas and Best Wishes for a Happy New Year

Thanksgiving Weekend Hours: Friday, October 5th Office Closed Saturday, October 6th Office Closed Sunday, October 7th Office Closed... Monday, October 8th Office Closed Enjoy Your Thanksgiving Weekend!

The cooler weather and a new colour of paint on the steps and porch has really brought the front yard back to life.

Summer Vacation Please note our office will be closed on Friday, July 27th and from August 13th to 17th. The office will be open the week of August 20th to 24th, but the Denturist will be away. Enjoy your Summer!

Lower Suction Denture Technique Coming Soon! I recently attended training at Fisher Dental Clinic in Mission, B.C. where we received instruction in the Lower Suction Denture Technique developed by Dr. Jiro Abe of Japan. The course was a fantastic learning experience and I am now a SEMCD Certified Clinician. In a few weeks I will begin offering this type of denture which produces greater suction, increased stability and better function for individuals struggling to successfully wear conventional lower dentures.

We appreciated one of our patients bringing in this comic strip to share with us today!

We are happy to announce our new website just when live today! We may be adding a few more items in the coming months and would welcome any feedback you have for us! Visit our website at www.hcdclinic.ca

Happy Valentines Day!

Christmas Hours

We had some great photographs taken by Dave from Delgado Photography recently and wanted to share them. We really appreciated Daves flexibility so we could get the outside photograph of the house in between the showers or rain. Dave did a great job!

A recent patient called us today and gave us some nice feedback, "My new dentures are wonderful. They are just like a second skin. It is almost like they are not there. I have no issues - and I am very, very happy!" Dawn

Just a reminder that Darren will be away from the August 14th to 25th. Kevin Best will be in the office to take your calls, Monday to Friday from 8:30 - 1:30. We will not be checking our emails during this period. Thank you.

Summer Vacation Hours Please note our Denturist will be away from the office from August 14th to 25th for Summer Vacation. The office will be open during this period from 8:30 am to 1:30 pm daily, Monday to Friday and our Dental Technician will be available if you need minor adjustments, repairs or to schedule appointments. Our office will be fully open again on Monday, August 28th

This year I purchased my bedding plants at Klein Nurseries in Nanaimo where they have a beautiful selection of really healthy plants. Despite the chilly start to the season they are already flourishing as you can tell from these hanging baskets at my office.

We received an unexpected card in the mail today from a patient we recently did a quick repair for which was really appreciated! "Dear Mr. Hoffman, Thank you so much for your kindness. Everything is working great!" Sincerely Jane

Question: I need to get a new partial made and I really dont like the feel of the metal clasping on my teeth. I cannot afford to get an implant and am wondering if there are any other options available to me? You may benefit from the fabrication of a hybrid partial denture where different materials are combined to create a unique partial for your situation. When designing a partial denture there are several factors to consider including the location of your missing teeth, ...number and placement of your remaining natural teeth and how high a smile line you have. Some patients also feel concerned about the additional stress that metal clasps can place on their teeth. While acrylic partials can be bulky, cast partials combine the thinness and strength of metal with the esthetic benefits of Valplast clasping, creating a lighter and more natural looking alternative. Valplast clasps are made of a unique nylon thermoplastic material that is very strong, flexible, and has a translucent quality that allows it to take on the colour of your surrounding tissues. I recommend you meet with your Denturist, share your concerns and see if your situation would be suited to a hybrid partial. Darren Hoffman, R.D.

Hypersensitive Gag Reflex Gagging, is a safety mechanism meant to prevent foreign materials from entering your throat area. While everyone has this reflex some people develop a hypersensitive gag reflex which makes taking impressions and wearing dentures challenging. Thankfully, there are steps you can take to address this issue. First, talk with your Denturist so they are aware of the situation, then begin at home by practicing breathing through your nose, holding the air ...in for a count of three and out for a count of three. Breathe deeply, and slowly, pushing out your diaphragm which promotes relaxation. If possible, have your impressions taken in an upright position with use of a fast setting impression material to shorten the process and prevent material from slipping down your throat. Consider other factors. If you find your gag reflex is worse in the morning be sure to schedule your impressions in the afternoon. If your sinuses feel plugged try taking a nasal decongestants about one hour before your appointment so you will be able to breathe through your nose. Finding ways to distract yourself is helpful. You could try visualizing a scene or event that you found relaxing and practice thinking about it before your appointment making it easier to recall. Consider bringing a stress ball and squeezing it while having impressions taken. If you have high dental anxiety and cannot get past the gag reflex, you might want to consider talking with your family doctor or dentist about oral sedation. Taking some relaxation medication about one hour before impressions has allowed some patients to go ahead with treatment successfully and learn to work past their fear in dental situations. If wearing the denture itself makes you gag remember that for a first time denture wearer your body has to become habituated to this new foreign structure in your mouth so give it some time. The area that usually bring the strongest gag reflex is the back of the upper palate. The challenge for your Denturist is to allow the denture to extend far enough back to create good suction and not so far back that it irritates the soft palate. One possible home technique is to practice brushing your tongue in the area your gag reflex just starts. Brush this area about ten times with a toothbrush and do this daily until you become desensitized and then move a little further back each day. Above all, communicate your concerns to your Denturist and remember that different approaches work for different people.

Today is the first day of Spring...we hope you are enjoying this beautiful day!

Harbour City Denture Clinic, Nanaimo, BC "Recreating Your Natural Smile"

Looks like the Cheshire Cat....

Getting Back to a Natural Smile Question: I have worn dentures for 10 years and have never really been happy with the way they look. I am about to get a new set made and am wondering how I can get back to a more natural looking smile? If you would like a more natural looking smile, you can assist your denturist by bringing in photographs of yourself which show the size and arrangement of your natural teeth. Keep in mind that there is a natural harmony between the shape of a ...persons face, the shape of their teeth and the contour of their lips. The denturist will need to ensure there is a balance between what you would like aesthetically and what you need to eat properly and can review this with you. Sometimes, for example, people want more lip support from a denture than is possible because your anatomy restricts how much can be altered. Also, denture patients differ in how they want the final product to look. While some patients want a completely natural looking smile there are others who want bright white, perfectly aligned teeth which can make it more obvious that they are wearing dentures. In addition, allowing your denturist the artistic freedom to put some individual character into the design of your teeth will help to produce a beautiful natural looking smile. See more

Winter Wonderland....still snowing!

Christmas Hours Our office will be closed for the Christmas holidays from December 23rd through to January 2nd. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2017. We would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and a... Happy New Year. Harbour City Denture Clinic

We were treated to a gift and beautiful handmade card by one of our patients last week... "Thank you, Darren for the excellent work you have done for me. While it was not the best time of life, youve made it so much better with your kindness and your patience. Your attention to details, and your pursuit of excellence made me realize I was in good hands. Many thanks to Alice for her help, for her friendly and pleasant attitude, making us feel always welcome" ....Fred and Gab...rielle Thank you so much for the delicious gift and thoughtful card...we really appreciated receiving it!

We really appreciated receiving a nice card this week from a sports team we were able to help recently..."Thank you for the donations to our teams fundraiser & silent auction. It was a big success, thank to businesses like yours" Vancouver Island Premier League, U16B STORM

Why Have A Denture Exam? Your dentures are an important investment and you can help maintain their longevity by having regular examinations with your denturist. Over time changes in your overall health can result in changes to your gums and bones. During an examination your denturist will be checking to see that the fit and bite are correct, enabling you to properly chew your food. They will be examining your dentures for any issues that need to be addressed such as cracks, ...chips or loose teeth. They will also thoroughly examine your bone and tissues, screening for any abnormalities including precancerous and cancerous lesions where early detection can be critical to a positive treatment outcome. When you see your denturist it is important to report any changes in your medical or dental health, including any medications you are taking since they can affect both your oral health and dentures. Taking the time to get a denture exam is a small investment of your time, but is a big investment in your oral health and helps you keep a beautiful natural looking smile. See more