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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.
Crime Scene Investigation: Dentistry
If a crime has been committed, a dentist may be consulted in a form of forensic dentistry. It’s never about brushing and flossing! Instead, dental records can provide physical evidence. Like fingerprints, everyone’s teeth has a unique pattern. Even identical
Crowning Touch
A crown, also known as a “cap,” may be recommended to save a weakened, cracked or damaged tooth. Other times it is used as an anchor for a bridge. After the tooth is shaped to receive the crown, dental cement
The Bite of Your Teeth
With all the attention paid to smiles and fresh breath, it’s easy to overlook the functional role of our teeth. That starts with your bite. We notice small nuances in how your bottom teeth line up with your upper teeth.
Chomping, Chewing and Munching
Our teeth are actually part of the digestion process. Chewing our food is known as “mastication.” How you chew and for how long, can affect our digestion and overall health. Here are some key benefits of slowing down and fully
Foods That Can Whiten Your Teeth
Red wine, tea and black coffee are known to stain teeth. But here are some foods that can actually help whiten teeth. Apples – Bite into an apple and you’re helping to strengthen your gums. Plus, the high water content in
Whole Body Effects of Inflammation
The public and scientific communities have been flooded with articles about the relationship between oral health and our whole body health. These often cite the process of inflammation. Inflammation is the body’s response to cellular injury. It’s a protective response.
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