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Why do we snore? Contrary to popular belief, snoring isn’t simply a bad habit that a person can be trained to give up. In most cases, snoring occurs when the muscles of the throat relax during sleep, narrowing the passage of air. Muscle relaxant medications, excess tissue in the... READ MORE

Piercing the tongue, lip or cheeks has become a popular form of self-expression. People interested in this trend should be aware that it is not without health risks. What do you think are the possible risks or complications that can developing following making an incision or... READ MORE

If you thought that you were too old to visit the dentist then you’re mistaken. This blog will review some helpful tips so that you can maintain optimal dental health for many years to come. Regularly scheduled cleanings, oral examinations and preventive care are the... READ MORE

At Westmount Dental, we aim to have a more positive environmental impact. Our office was designed with the intent to help protect our environment and examples include: Paperless charting Electronic insurance submissions Digital imaging Digital x-ray radiography Digital impression... READ MORE

Why should you update your Dentist with changes to your medical history? Why does the dentist need to know about your hospitalizations, medications, allergies, and other personal medical problems? After all, having a dental cleaning or a filling is not a big deal, right? The... READ MORE