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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
Can a Cracked Tooth Heal on Its Own?
If you’ve ever broken a bone-let’s say an arm or a leg-chances are you visited a medical professional to have it set in a cast, and it ultimately healed on its own. So, why can’t our teeth heal by themselves? It’s a common misconception that teeth are the same as bone. In actuality, the enamel
Is Vaping Bad for Your Teeth?
Vaping has become popular in recent years, often viewed as a “healthier” alternative to smoking cigarettes. However, research suggests that vaping isn’t healthy at all-and may do extensive damage to your oral and overall health. Here are a few common problems vaping can cause for your mouth. 1. Increased bacteria. A 2018 study revealed individuals who
Is Your Child Grinding Their Teeth?
It’s very common for adults to grind their teeth, but did you know that children are just as susceptible? A child may grind their teeth for a number of reasons, including anxiety, tooth misalignment, pain from teething or an ear infection, medications or even a medical condition. If your child awakes in the morning and
Low On Energy? Give This Healthy Snack a Try
Often find yourself in a mid-day slump reaching for another cup of coffee? Instead of surviving on caffeine, give your body something nutritious. While you might expect us to suggest vegetables-which is never a bad choice-we’ve got something exciting, easy, and sweet that you can try: Banana energy balls. Packed with healthy fats, fibre, and
Saving Your Smile from the Sun
It’s common knowledge to apply sunscreen to your skin before spending a day outside or at the beach. But there’s one body part that’s often overlooked when it comes to UV protection-your smile. Your lips have a thin layer of skin that help contribute to their red colour, and this is particularly vulnerable to the
Improve Your Well-Being With 30 Minutes of Fun
It would be impossible to describe the past year as “fun”. However, as we slowly find our new normal, it’s important that we restore the fun in our lives, too-and science agrees. Scheduling 30 minutes of fun each day is great for our well-being. Here’s why. It may improve your relationship. As we age, we get