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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.
What’s the Best Time to Floss?
Besides brushing, flossing pays the greatest dividends when it comes to oral hygiene. Is there an ideal time to floss? Yes. Anytime! Today, we know that using an interdental cleaner (like floss) is part of taking care of our teeth
How to Prevent a Dry Socket
If you’ve ever had a tooth extracted, you know the importance of keeping the cavity clean to avoid infection and other problems during the healing process. When we extract teeth at our practice, the most common complication a patient may
Getting Your Spouse to the Dentist
If your spouse refuses to see a dentist, he or she may be suffering from odontophobia (dental phobia). If you take good care of yourself, you may see their reluctance as groundless. It isn’t. Bad experience – One reason why
Tooth Fairy Economics
A recent study published in the Medical Journal of Australia caught our eye. It sought to determine the proportion of children visited by the Tooth Fairy. The study also attempted to determine the average payment per tooth. The study was conducted in
Reduces Cavities By 50%
The chewing surfaces of our back teeth have pits and grooves (fissures). This gives our premolars and molars the ability to grind food for swallowing. But they also can trap food and foster bacterial growth. Which can lead to cavities.
Is Your Tongue a Funny Colour?
Your tongue provides insights into your overall health. It should be pink, moist, smooth and glistening. When it isn’t, see a professional. White – If your tongue has a white coating it could be a fungal infection. That means something
3 Signs It’s Time to Visit Us
While we often preach the importance of regular dental checkups with our team every six months, there are times when you may need to schedule an appointment sooner than later. If you’ve noticed any of the following going on in your mouth, it may be time for a visit. Swollen, tender, receding or red gums. When
Sensitive Teeth? No Problem
Does eating a spoonful of your favourite ice cream result in pain? If so, it’s likely you have sensitive teeth. Living with sensitive teeth can make it seem impossible to eat cold (or hot) foods, or even brush your teeth. Thankfully, sensitive teeth aren’t something that you have to live with for life—you just have
How to Ease Your Baby’s Teething Pain
Irritability, drooling, sleep difficulties and tooth eruptions under the gum are common signs of teething. These and other symptoms may last for a few days or as long as several months. Here are some ways to help your baby during this uncomfortable time: • Keep it cool. Give your baby a cold spoon or washcloth
Keeping Your Children’s Teeth Healthy This Holiday Season
Chances are your child has visions of candy canes, cookies and desserts daily this time of year. While most things are fine in moderation, here are a few tips for keeping your child’s oral health protected in the coming weeks. Incorporate dessert into your meal. It’s better to eat sugary treats with your meal as other
Better Oral Health Means Better Overall Health
When you brush your teeth each morning and night, your main reason for doing so is most likely to maintain a healthy smile and to freshen your breath. But have you ever considered how better oral health is linked to improved overall health? Here’s how they’re connected! Unlike other parts of the body, the mouth
Resolve to Keep These 3 Oral Habits
If you’re like a lot of people, your New Year’s resolutions may include working out more and eating a healthier diet. While those are essential to good health, you also should resolve to keep your mouth clean and healthy. Here’s a trio of easy tips to remember: Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Be