https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/obstructive-sleep-apnea Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is considered a chronic progressing disease affecting 15-20% of the population.  Signs of OSA include snoring, frequent awakenings, breathing difficulties, and clenching/grinding of the teeth. Symptoms of OSA include fatigue, dry mouth, headaches, and excess daytime sleepiness. Using validated sleep scales, CBCT scans and histories, Dentists can evaluate the... https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/dental-hygiene Dental hygiene is incredibly important for maintaining good oral health. Proper brushing and flossing techniques can help prevent tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath. Neglecting your dental hygiene can lead to a buildup of plaque and bacteria, which can cause inflammation and infection in your gums. This can lead to more serious dental problems, such as periodontitis and tooth loss. In... https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/the-sinus Modern medicine and dentistry are just beginning to see the real benefits of collaboration between the professions. One needs only to look at the recent promotion of the HPV vaccination in dental offices through provincial colleges to see how medicine and dentistry can drive improved patient outcomes and risk reduction for the future (1). The future of this collaboration is continuing to build... https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/oral-health-and-vaping Vaping can have negative effects on oral health, similar to smoking. One of the most common effects is dry mouth, which can lead to a buildup of bacteria and plaque in the mouth. This can increase the risk of tooth decay, gum disease, and bad breath. Vaping liquids also often contain high levels of nicotine, which can cause gum inflammation and recession. Nicotine can reduce blood flow to the... https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/missing-teeth As we age we are likely to end up losing a tooth or two due to a fracture, a cavity or wear and tear. Luckily with improvements in dentistry we can reduce the number of teeth that are lost. When one or more teeth are missing, several problems can occur including difficulty chewing, difficulty speaking, loss of jawbone, esthetic concerns and increased risk of losing other teeth. Replacement of... https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/dental-anxiety Medical and dental advancements are allowing people to live longer lives and have their teeth longer.  Tooth loss in patients over 60 years of age has decreased over 50% since the 80’s and 90’s. This has been primarily linked to better hygiene and dental care. The trip to the dental office is no longer a potentially uncomfortable experience.  Improvements in anesthesia and... https://passiondental.ca/patient/articles/a-big-congratulations-to-ana PDG would like to congratulate Ana Paola Leos Ortiz!  Ana is the first student from Camosun College to be awarded the Passion Dental Group Dental Assistant Student Sponsorship Award.  Ana Paola is from Monclova, Coahuila, Mexico. Her passion is her family and her career.  After finishing high school, she wanted to be in healthcare; so, while speaking with her father (who is one of...