Based in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Dr. James Frizzell, who has a DDS (doctor of dental surgery), has worked as a dentist in the area for more than 25 years. A member of multiple professional organizations, James Frizzell, DDS, of Niagara, participates in the Ontario Dental Association (ODA). The ODA offers professional development to dentists in the area while educating the public on the importance of dental hygiene.

The ODA is part of the Canadian Dental Association and was founded in 1868. In January of that year, dentists in Ontario proposed a bill to the legislature regarding the self-regulation of dentists. In March of the same year, the bill became law, the first self-regulation law for dentists in the world.

Alongside its professional development opportunities for its 10,000 members, the ODA also publishes on multiple platforms to educate the public and advocate for pro-oral health policy. Your Oral Health, the ODA’s print-only magazine published twice per year, informs patients about what to expect from their dentist during their appointment among other things. In addition, the Ontario Dentist Journal, published 10 times per year, contains medical and non-medical information about local dental practice, and every practicing dentist and dental student in Ontario receives a copy.

A DDS graduate of the University of Toronto and resident of the Niagara Falls area, Dr. James Frizzell is a member of the Ontario and Canadian dental associations. Operating the Niagara Falls-based Frizzell Family Dental since 1993, James Frizzell, DDS, and his team provide a variety of services, ranging from general dentistry to restorative dentistry.

Like the rest of the body, maintaining a healthy mouth requires that individuals take a few necessary steps to help prevent serious dental hygiene concerns. In addition to brushing at least twice daily for two minutes per brushing, individuals should floss at least once daily (or more, as needed) and use mouth rinse as recommended by a dentist.

While home dental care is important, regular visits to the dentist are, as well. Visiting the dentist for regular cleanings will help fight back tartar buildup that individuals cannot remove through brushing alone. 

These recommendations come from sources such as the Canadian Dental Association (CDA). While most dentists agree that brushing twice and flossing once daily represent a good pattern, recommendations for rinsing, checkups, and cleanings vary. Concerning rinsing, the CDA does not make a specific brand recommendation. There are different types of rinses - for example, an antiseptic mouthwash and a fluoride mouthwash, so a dentist can make a recommendation about which one to use as well as how often and how long.

The frequency with which a person should receive checkups and cleanings will vary based on individual circumstances. For example, individuals with periodontal disease or who are considered high-risk due to smoking or other causes may require a higher frequency of visits. ​