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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.
Keep Your Gums in the Pink
While keeping your pearly whites clean can help you maintain optimal oral health, don’t forget about your gums. Your gums provide a protective covering over the bones of your teeth, preventing bacteria from causing harm. Healthy gums should appear pink, not
Take Your Teeth for a Spin
While a manual toothbrush does an excellent job of keeping your teeth clean if you brush correctly and long enough, electric toothbrushes can amp up your brushing power. Depending on the brand, an electric toothbrush can rotate up to 30,000
A Valentine Gift for Your Teeth
Though chocolates and decadent sweets may be on the menu this Valentine’s Day, your teeth don’t have to suffer–instead, give your teeth a valentine gift by taking extra care of them. If you do partake in eating treats, aim to
Should I See the Dentist If I’m Sniffling & Sneezing?
That dreaded pre-cold has turned into a full-blown head cold complete with sniffles, sneezes and a sore throat. You checked your calendar and saw that you have an upcoming appointment at our practice. Do you go or cancel? It’s not an
How to Stop Nail-Nibbling
Nail-biting—it’s a nervous practice that’s highly common—and highly detrimental to one’s teeth. Often, nail-biting begins in childhood and hangs around as a hard-to-kick habit. And it’s one you may not even realise you’re doing. Over time, nail-biting may cause teeth
Are You Forgetting to Brush This Important Part of Your Teeth?
We all know how important it is to brush your teeth for two minutes, two times each day. And while we often discuss the importance of brushing your gums adequately, we find that many patients miss this frequently forgotten part
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