Bruce Marshall Movember
You may notice something different about me over the next month. During the month of November I am growing a moustache while raising funds and awareness for men's health. It's…
Diuretics and Dental Decay
A new study out of Japan identified factors associated with dry mouth particularly in the elderly. Amongst all the risk factors for dry mouth, taking antidepressants and/or diuretics for high…
Oral Health and Overall Health: Does the health of my mouth really affect the rest of my body?
The answer is yes. There are many connections between the health of your mouth and the rest of your body. Did you know that chronic oral infections like periodontitis can…
Becoming a Better Dentist and a Life Long Student
I joined the Marshall clinic in Sept 2013 and was very impressed from the start. As a dentist, there are things that we look for in the quality of restorations…
Deprogrammers – “Word of Mouth” Blog
Approximately 70% of the population has some form of “bite problem”. Many people experience symptoms (pain, limited function, joint noises) that are often referred to as “TMD” or Temporo-Mandibular Disorders. …
Vancouver Invisalign® Dentist – Dr.Bruce Marshall – “Word of Mouth” Blog
As an adult have you thought about braces but did not like the way they looked? Clear braces (Invisalign®) have become increasingly popular with adults and teens. There are…
Dr. Payam Matin Joins The Marshall Clinic – “Word of Mouth” Blog
The Marshall Clinic is pleased to announce the newest dentist to join our clinic Dr. Payam Matin. Dr. Payam Matin completed a B.Sc. at UBC in Cell Biology and Genetics in…
I’m a Patient, Too – “Word of Mouth” Blog
Recently, I have had two separate dental mishaps and spent the remainder of the weekend with anxiety over the loss of a measure of dental health. While on a bike…
Dental Outreach – Cambodia – “Word of Mouth” Blog
Vancouver BC dentist Liz Johnson-Lee spent a week in Cambodia with a team of seventeen consisting of dentists, certified dental assistants, a hygienist and other volunteers. "We all came together…
Occlusion – “Word of Mouth” Blog
Our topic this time is Occlusion: When there is disharmony in your “occlusion” it can present as headaches, jaw pain or tooth aches. Sometimes you will be unaware of it…