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July 2013: Tips, eNews and More!

Dr. B & The Ride to Conquer Cancer

On behalf of myself and the team at Museum Dental, we would like to extend our gratitude to those of you who donated in support of the Ride to Conquer Cancer!

My son John joined me and thousands of other participants over the June 8-9 weekend for the two day, 200 km ride between Toronto and Niagara Falls. The sixth annual event raised $19.1 million for The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation.

The ride was very meaningful to me as I lost both my parents to cancer (Rose 1996 and Bill 2012). Whenever I was feeling weak or tired, I gained strength from the memory of my friend and colleague, Dr. Michael Weinberg, who passed away in 2012, I thought of the strength my sister showed in surviving breast cancer and my thoughts were with my close friend Tim, who is currently fighting his own battle with prostate cancer.

Thanks again to everyone for your support and encouragement!

If you would like to learn more, visit www.conquercancer.ca or call (877) 699-BIKE (2453).

Happy 146 Birthday Canada!

We hope you enjoyed the long weekend and took a moment to get outside and explore a piece of this wonderful country (even if it was just your own patio).

Did you know?
There is no accurate count of the number of lakes in Canada.
If we define a lake as being larger than 3 square km in area, there are over 30,000 lakes in Canada; if we lower the minimum threshold, the number climbs well into the millions, with over 250 000 lakes in Ontario alone. Canada has more lakes than all other countries combined, which contributes in no small measure to our country's overall beauty.

With all of the fresh water at our fingertips we ask, are you drinking enough?
While estimates of how much water you should be drinking vary from one study to the next, there is usually a common theme. Most of us are not drinking enough!
Keep a glass of water at your desk and drink it throughout the day, getting up to refill your glass will give you a reason to take a break every hour or so. Drinking water helps proper hydration, cleanses your body and rinses bacteria from your mouth as you drink!

Have a safe and healthy summer from,

Dr. Bulger and the Team at Museum Dental

Preventing Tooth Decay

Tooth Decay describes the break down of strong healthy teeth over time. Your tooth's surface is composed of a hard mineral coating called enamel. Enamel is the hardest tissue in your body, but by no means indestructible. Actually, enamel is exposed to bacteria all day which produce plaque. Plaque is the substance that covers your teeth and eats away at the enamel causing the holes known as cavities.

Brushing your teeth, flossing and regular dental visits will help keep plaque under control. Leaving plaque on your teeth leads to tartar buildup which brushing and flossing alone can not remove. Letting plaque get out of control can lead to many oral problems ranging from bad breath and cavities to gum recession Periodontal disease and tooth loss.

Prevention is the key! Click here to learn how to prevent Tooth Decay.

Are You Juicing?

Juicing your own fresh fruits and vegetables has gained a lot of attention, and for good reasons. Juices are delicious and carry many health benefits. While any fruits and vegetables you juice yourself will be better for you than sugary/preserved/pasteurized juices you can buy at the store, we suggest you juice organic fruits and vegetables when possible (and wash fruits and vegetables thoroughly).

We're not suggesting a 'juice diet', rather replacing an over-the-counter drink or a light meal or snack. Adding a fresh juice into your daily diet can have amazing positive effects on your well-being. A fresh juice in the morning can offer a quick healthy alternative to a traditional toast, eggs and bacon, a midday juice can give you a refreshing boost of energy, while having a nutrient filled juice for dinner can free your body up to repair itself overnight rather than digest a heavy meal.

Click here to learn six more benefits of juicing!