Author: Dr. Rakesh Patel

Introduction Pregnancy is an exciting time filled with changes—some expected, others surprising. One area often overlooked is oral health. Hormonal shifts during pregnancy can increase your risk of cavities, gum disease, and pregnancy gingivitis. Proper dental care isn’t just about keeping your smile bright—it also protects your overall health and your baby’s development. This guide covers […]

Take a deep breath. Did you notice how that felt, or more importantly where your breath came from? As humans, we are designed to do most of our breathing through our noses. But depending on certain conditions, nasal issues, and/or even mask-wearing, mouth breathing is becoming more prevalent. Breathing out of your mouth may not […]

Everyone’s mouth feels dry from time to time but when this feeling doesn’t go away you may have a problem such as Dry Mouth. Dry Mouth is when you do not have enough saliva to keep your mouth wet and moisturized. Although you may not be experiencing a completely dry oral cavity, even low production […]

  With earth day on the mind, it is a good time to make some small eco-friendly changes in your life; including your dental routine. A better environment starts little by little with eco-friendly practices. While you’re keeping your mouth healthy, why not take some steps to help keep the Earth healthy too? Here are […]

Our Promise to You Dear Sherwood Dental Patients: We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. We are reopening for our regular business hours as […]

  Do you or your children have fears or anxieties about seeing a dentist? You know that dental care is essential to keeping you healthy, yet you still avoid going. You’re not alone; around 22% of Canadians avoid the dentist due to anxiety. What is Dental Anxiety? Put simply, dental anxiety is “fear related to […]

Have you ever left an appointment and felt uncertain or confused about the treatment plan presented? Or have you left feeling apprehensive, and not confident in making a decision? The best thing to do is to get a second opinion. There is no rule about which dental procedures require second opinions. But it is more […]

If you’re one of the 8 million caregivers in Canada, you’ve got a lot on your mind. You understand how difficult it can be to take care of your loved ones dental care. When you’re caring for a child—or adult—with a disability or neurodegenerative disease such as Alzheimer’s, the challenges can be even greater. It may […]

Approximately six million Canadians avoid visiting the dentist every year because of cost. If you do not have insurance or recently lost your coverage and are looking for options to continue you or your family’s dental care, Edmonton has some great resources. Children Dental Care The SHINE Dental Clinic is a student run organization established […]