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How to reduce sugar cravings?
How to reduce sugar cravings? Avoid Processed Foods. Did you know that sugar and processed foods are as addictive as heroin or cocaine? In a 2013 study from Connecticut College, researchers confirmed that Oreos could be as addictive as cocaine, after observing how the...
Track your sugar consumption
Track your sugar consumption Sugar does not have an established recommended daily value, but it is recommended that you limit your daily consumption of it. This can be difficult to do, especially if you aren't sure how much sugar is in the foods you are eating. While...
“…she had the best teeth of any of her patients!”
"...she had the best teeth of any of her patients!" “I have been a patient of Dr. Al’s practice since back in the day when practicing dentistry was particularly closing to “practicing”. Our family has always been very pleased with the professional and personalized...
Weaning yourself off the sweet stuff
Weaning yourself off the sweet stuff Sugar-containing foods mostly provide empty calories and offer few nutritional benefits. If you are concerned about your weight or want to prevent health problems, weaning off of sugar could help you lose inches and get healthier....
How to cut down on sugar?
How to cut down on sugar? 1. Read food labels. If you buy a lot of packaged and processed foods, it's important to read the labels of every packaged item you buy. Cracking a sugar addiction is hard enough when cutting out the stuff that you already know is loaded with...
A sugar-free diet
A sugar-free diet A sugar-free diet is one that typically limits all sources of added sugar (like soda, snack bars and desserts, for example) and hidden sugar foods, and it sometimes also encourages a reduction in high-carbohydrate foods (like grains or fruits) that...
The Sugar Challenge
The Sugar Challenge Over the last year, sugar's effect on our health has been well documented in a constant stream of research. The sweet stuff is now food enemy number one and is to blame for far more than hyperactive children and tooth decay. This email is to inform...
Very courteous staff with great attention to detail
Very courteous staff with great attention to detail I feel my family's needs are always met. Very courteous staff with great attention to detail. Always explaining in terms that my children understand, making a positive outcome possible. Very friendly staff. ...
Tackle the small problems
Tackle the small problems Chipped teeth should always be evaluated by a dentist to ensure the damage is assessed correctly. Depending on the size and location of the chip, there are a number of solutions available. • Enamel Shaping…A reshaping of the tooth to smooth...
Dr. Alan Macdonald’s practice continues to be excellent!
Dr. Alan Macdonald’s practice continues to be excellent “Dr. Alan Macdonald’s practice continues to be excellent! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable; always making sure that one’s visit is comfortable. They work efficiently and gently, preparing one for...
Smoking and periodontal disease
Smoking and periodontal disease Fast fact Smoking and periodontal disease. If you smoke, you are four more times as likely to have periodontal (gum) disease as someone who has never smoked.
I highly recommend him and his amazing team
I highly recommend him and his amazing team I love Dr. Macdonald! He has been my dentist since my first visit as a young child. He is loving, caring, professional and super intelligent! I highly recommend him and his amazing team; they are the best. Catherine Gilles
The staff is wonderful!
"I have been coming for 20 plus years" - Sandy The staff is wonderful; I have been coming for 20 plus years. Dr. MacDonald and Jody have always given excellent care and service. Sandy Haché
Tooth Enamel
What is Tooth Enamel? Have you ever wondered about tooth enamel? What is it? How important is it? How can you protect it? Here are the answers to all of your enamel questions. The enamel on your teeth is the hardest and most highly mineralized substance in your body....
Zero discomforts
Zero discomforts What can I say about Dr.MacDonald, I know him to be a fantastic person and a wonderful Dentist! He’s taking care of myself and my family and my children/grandchildren over the last 40 years. We’ve had phenomenal service, I owe my winning smile to him!...
Removal of wisdom teeth
Removal of wisdom teeth Wisdom teeth, which are commonly known to cause dental problems, are the last permanent teeth to erupt in a patient's late teens or early twenties. Not everyone needs to have these teeth removed, but removal can take care of symptoms you...