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DIABETES AND GUM DISEASE CAN BE DOUBLE TROUBLE

PEOPLE WITH DIABETES are mindful of their bodies’ feedback. Effective diabetes management requires frequent blood sugar checks, careful dietary planning, and close monitoring of other symptoms. But with all the things diabetics have to consider, they often miss warning signs…

MY FRIEND HAS ORAL CANCER

I have a patient who is my friend. He was diagnosed with oral cancer eight months ago. He has received the best possible treatment and his prognosis is excellent. About 5 years ago he had “a sore” on his tongue.…

THE IMPORTANCE OF A PRACTICE PHILOSPHY

A practice philosophy is the foundation for practice objectives, policies, standards of behaviour and interactions with patients. At Twingates Dental Center our philosophy is prominently displayed so that patients and staff members alike can know what to expect from the…