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Explore expert advice, dental insights, and practical tips to help you achieve a healthier, brighter smile. From preventive care and treatment guides to cosmetic options and patient-friendly explanations, our blog is here to keep you informed and confident about your oral health. Stay tuned for regular updates from our experienced team.
Also Known As Sugar
It lurks in bread, ketchup, salad dressings, pasta sauces and just about every other food. It’s sugar and it’s everywhere. Are you wisely trying to reduce this nutritionally empty substance from your diet? Then you need to know some of
Sugary Snacks Sabotaging Your Smile?
Keeping your teeth free of cracks and cavities can be as simple as taking inventory of your snacks. Calcium-rich foods and crunchy fruits and vegetables are great choices. But the typical snacks are not only bad for your oral health
Fascinating Facts About Your Teeth
They’re considered essential for speaking, help us enjoy the foods we love and we show them off in selfies. With two sets of them during our lives, our teeth are truly amazing. But how much do you really know about
Keeping Your Child’s Teeth Healthy
Just as you want your child to have healthy bones for optimal growth, you want to ensure that they have strong teeth, too. This means limiting foods that can deteriorate them or weaken their development. Did you know that carbohydrate
A Simple Tip for Coffee and Tea Lovers
Whether we’re getting our a.m. caffeine hit or enjoying a spot of tea, these popular morning pick-me-ups can tarnish our smile. Coffee, in particular, is very acidic which wears away enamel and can result in your teeth having a stained
Bad Habits that May Ruin Your Smile
Ever find yourself chewing on a pencil or pen when you’re deep in thought? Or crunching on ice cubes on a hot summer’s day? While these everyday habits aren’t likely to cause health problems, they can result in chipped or
Smiling For Holiday Photos
Trying to find the best way to whiten your teeth before 2020 arrives? Even with little time left, you’ve still got some options. 1. Whitening toothpaste. Many types of toothpaste are now made with extra whitening power. While they aren’t meant for immediate, noticeable results, you may notice an improvement in the long term. Consider
Keep Your Teeth Healthy During the Holidays
The holidays will be here before we know it. While it’s a time of joy, family, food (and photos), it’s also important to consider your oral health. Follow these simple tips to keep your teeth healthy this holiday season. 1. Avoid hard candy: This sugary substance doesn’t just lead to plaque buildup; it can chip your
Visiting Somewhere Chilly?
Do you have a trip planned to somewhere cold? Make sure you stay warm—and take care of your teeth. Here’s how you can protect your teeth during frigid weather. Stay hydrated. Your water intake is just as important in cold weather as it is during warm weather. This keeps your gums moist and allows you
Do Breath Mints Work?
While we hope it doesn’t happen often, we know that from time to time you may forget to brush your teeth. But if that happens, will a breath mint have your back? Yes—but. While mints do freshen your breath, they don’t clean your teeth. Instead, the sugar in many mints actually feeds the oral bacteria
Make Toothpaste Time Fun
Struggling to get your kids excited about brushing? Here are some fun ideas to help your children maintain their oral hygiene: Do they have a favourite character from a recent animated television show or movie? Chances are, you can find that popular character on a toothbrush. Consider making a chart to encourage consistent brushing. Each
Will Sweets Sour Your Smile?
While we know it’s nearly impossible to stay completely away from those oh-so-tasty treats around the holidays, do your best to protect your smile by limiting your intake. You should also be cautious about biting into hard candies like peanut brittle or candy canes so as to not chip a tooth or two. Common candy