Summerside Family Dental

08/29/2026

Have you been in to see one of our hygienists lately? Remember that term biofilm that was revealed with the disclosing solution (the purple stuff)?

That's stages 1 and 2 that they are focused on removing and keeping off your teeth and gums to prevent stage 3.

Keeping the bacteria levels low is what keeps you and your mouth healthy. They will recommend the best interval (how often) you need this done by them for you. Unfortunately not all dental plans give you enough coverage but they can request more on your behalf.

Have that conversation and we can help you have a healthy mouth and better overall health. Maintaining your appointments is so important to success.

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day to all our patients who call this country Home 🇨🇦

06/21/2026

06/17/2026

Important notice to our valued clients:

To maintain coverage for treatment costs, kindly renew your program before your scheduled appointment.

Always check in advance with Health PEI for PDCP(Provincial coverage)or CRA for CDCP (federal coverage). It is your responsibility.

🦷 Dental Coverage Matters 🦷

Did you know that you can have coverage under both Provincial Dental Care Program (PDCP) and the federal Canadian Dental Care Program (CDCP)

Here's your reminder that PDCP clients must reapply by June 30, 2026 to keep benefits

Reapplying early helps ensure coverage is in place when you need care.

Find the link to more information in the comments 👇

05/22/2026

Yes...what Katrina said! Her post explains why preventive maintenance is important and ongoing.

We do our best to keep everyone on the proper schedule needed to achieve and maintain optimal oral health.

05/10/2026

Summerside Family Dental extends warm Mother's Day wishes to all our patients and families.

04/18/2026

If this happens to you, our team can help you feel better while we discuss treatment options to prevent it from coming back.

🚫 Pericoronitis: Why Your Wisdom Teeth Might Be Hurting You 🦷

Is your back gum feeling swollen or painful? You might be dealing with Pericoronitis.

This condition occurs when a wisdom tooth (third molar) only partially breaks through the gum. This creates a small "flap" of gum tissue called an operculum, which acts as a perfect hiding spot for food particles and bacteria 🦠. Since it’s hard to clean that area with a regular toothbrush, the tissue becomes inflamed and infected.

🟦 Common Symptoms:

🔹 Red, swollen, or painful gums near the back teeth 🔴

🔹 Difficulty opening your mouth or swallowing 🤐

🔹 Bad taste or unpleasant breath caused by bacteria buildup 🙊

🔹 Pus discharge in the affected area.

👉 What should you do?

Don't wait for the pain to get worse! Treatment usually involves professional cleaning, antibiotics if there’s an infection, or even the removal of the gum flap or the tooth itself.

04/15/2026

Yes, oral hygiene is so important when in active orthodontic treatment. Maintain those recare appointments with our hygiene team

Braces can fix your teeth alignment—but without proper care, they can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease.

Orthodontic brackets create plaque traps around every tooth. If cleaning isn’t precise, bacteria build up along the gumline and around brackets, leading to early white spot lesions (demineralization), cavities, and inflamed, bleeding gums. What may look like “just stains” during treatment can become permanent enamel damage once the braces are removed.

That’s why oral hygiene during braces matters more than ever. Cleaning around brackets, between teeth, and along the gums isn’t optional—it’s what protects your enamel while your teeth are moving. Straight teeth are important, but keeping them healthy is what truly defines a successful result.

04/10/2026

April 4-10 marks National Dental Hygiene Week and today's the finale plus no school!

Our hygienists Mike and Heather had a blast with these cool kids today. Let's face it, those purple shades are essential for protecting our eyes from the brilliant smiles.