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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
A Surprising Superfood for Your Smile
Delicious and decadent, dark chocolate is not only considered to be an antioxidant-rich superfood, but it also may have some cavity-fighting properties. While most sweet treats can be tough on the teeth, particularly hard candies, dark chocolate may be helpful when it comes to preventing cavities, plaque and tooth decay. According to some studies, the
Spruce up Your Smile With Veneers
Dissatisfied with your smile due to chips, stains or other imperfections? Consider enhancing your smile with veneers. These thin new tooth surfaces are custom-made to fit your teeth and address your particular condition(s). They are bonded directly to the tooth surface to whiten or align teeth, close up spaces, repair chipped or damaged teeth, or
Protecting Your Teeth When You Can’t Brush
Brushing your teeth between meals is one of the best ways to help ensure that you maintain optimal oral health; however, there may be times when you can’t brush. Here are some ways to keep your mouth healthy until you can clean your teeth: Drink water. Water can help to wash away cavity-promoting bacteria. Also, avoid any
How to Make Flossing Fun for Kids
While cool cartoon character toothbrushes and sparkly toothpastes can help get kids to brush their teeth, flossing can sometimes be a battle. Here are some ways to encourage your children to floss each day: Floss as a family. When your kids see you floss you’re creating healthy oral hygiene habits. Incentivise. Consider making a flossing chart. Every
Healthy New Year’s Resolutions You Can Actually Keep
Making a resolution for the New Year doesn’t have to be a big change-in fact, sometimes smaller resolutions can have the biggest impact on your overall (and oral) health, and may even be easier to stick to than popular fad diets. Here are a few resolutions to consider: 1. Eat more whole foods. You’ll be
3 Ways to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolution
It’s been a full month, and 2022 is in full swing. So, how is your New Year’s resolution going? If you’re finding your resolution hard to stick to, don’t give up just yet. Here are a few ideas to help you continue working on your goals without them feeling like a burden. Focus on the