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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.
Remedying Medication-Induced Dry Mouth
Do you feel like your mouth is parched like a desert or filled with cotton balls? Dry mouth (xerostomia) has many causes, one of which is medication. The following can contribute to dry mouth: antihistamines, decongestants, and many medications for
Waxed or Unwaxed Floss: Which Is Right for You?
In addition to brushing twice a day, flossing daily is one of the best ways to keep your pearly whites healthy. While you can find floss in a variety of colours and flavours, it also comes in waxed and unwaxed.
Banish That Bedtime Bottle
Like a favourite stuffed animal or blanket, a child’s bottle can quickly become a major source of comfort. Night-time bottle feeding, however, can contribute to tooth decay. That’s because the sugar that’s found in milk can cause decay. This decay
Are You Brushing Long Enough?
Maybe you brush your teeth for a few seconds in the shower or do a quick swipe before heading to work or bed. Kids aren’t the only ones who sometimes don’t brush long enough. Adults are guilty too. Brushing for
Are You Using Your Teeth As a Tool?
Do you find yourself opening packages, envelopes or bottles with your teeth? Perhaps you employ your pearly whites to rip tag ties off new articles of clothing or cut packing tape. Do your teeth a favour. Take a minute or
How Would You Grade Your Oral Health?
Most of us haven’t received a letter grade since leaving school years ago—but sometimes it’s helpful to know how you stack up. If your oral health habits were a school subject, would you be passing? A+: You brush for two minutes
3 Reasons You Should Be Flossing
Patients with the best oral health understand that flossing and brushing is an unbeatable combination when it comes to your teeth. If you have trouble remembering to floss each day, here are a few reasons to get with the program! 1. Flossing can save you money. How? It helps to preserve your oral health, preventing
All About Deep Cleanings
You visit our practice every six months for your checkup and clean…but this time, we’ve recommended you consider a deep cleaning. If you’ve never had one before, you might be confused as to what it entails. Here’s how one can benefit your oral health. A regular dental cleaning focuses on cleaning your mouth above the
Do You Have Bad Breath?
Maybe you’ve noticed that your co-workers tend to back up when you’re speaking to them directly. Or, perhaps you can’t shake the bewildering smell that seems to follow you wherever you go. Newsflash: It might be your breath. While it’s difficult to smell our own breath and know when there’s an issue, here are a
3 Easy Fixes to Relieve Dry Mouth
Does your mouth feel like the Sahara? Perhaps your tongue is like a parched plain. If the atmosphere inside your mouth is frequently arid, you may have xerostomia or dry mouth. Those with this condition don’t produce sufficient saliva to keep their mouth moist and to help facilitate swallowing. Common symptoms of dry mouth include
Sip on This: 3 Teeth-friendly Beverages
While a glass of red wine, a cup of black tea, or a mug of coffee may yield significant health benefits, these beverages can stain your teeth. While completely giving them up may not be realistic, consider occasionally swapping these drinks for smile-boosting beverages. Water – Not only is water essential for overall good health, but
SOS for a Knocked-out Tooth
Whether your young child knocked out their baby tooth while playing or your older child lost a permanent tooth while engaging in sports, it’s essential to take action immediately. Saving a Baby Tooth. It’s critical that you refrain from attempting to place your child’s baby tooth back in. The reason is that doing so could harm