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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.
4 Reasons Why You Should See a Dentist in December
While dental care is unlikely at the top of anyone’s December want-to-do list, here are some reasons why it should be: Take advantage of your benefits. Before the year runs out, you may have benefits to use before you lose
Conquering Oral Thrush
Oral thrush, also known as oral candidiasis, is a common condition that is caused by an overgrowth of yeast, Candida albicans, in the mouth. This overgrowth can result in the formation of white patches on the tongue, inner cheeks, and
Smile More This Year
As your partner in oral health, it’s no secret that we care about your smile. One of the best ways to ensure you smile more in 2023 is to engage in smile-inducing behaviours. Here are 10 things you can do
New Year’s Resolutions for Your Oral Health
Aside from visiting our practice for your regular checkups, here are a few resolutions you can make to improve your oral health this year. Floss your teeth each day. Flossing helps to remove plaque and debris that brushing alone can’t reach-and
Tooth-friendly Energy Boosters
Afternoon energy slumps can be common, but there are natural pick-me-ups that can help boost energy levels and protect oral health. Here are a few of our favourites. One effective way to fight fatigue is to eat a healthy snack
Tips for Kissing Your Dental Problems Goodbye
Valentine’s Day is a time to celebrate love and being with your loved ones, but it’s also important to remember your oral health! A healthy and beautiful smile can make a big difference on this special day. It is important
Is Your Dental Hygiene Routine Green?
You take short showers, recycle religiously and take reusable bags to the store. Here’s another eco-friendly habit to consider: greening your dental hygiene regimen. As only 1 percent of the Earth’s water supply is suitable for human consumption, it’s a good idea to preserve that precious resource. Turning off the water while you brush can
How Often Do I Need Dental X-rays?
The answer depends on many factors, including your age, dental history and certain dental conditions. Most individuals have a complete series taken every three to five years, as well as bitewings, once annually. Wondering why you need X-rays? X-ray images can alert us to a range of conditions, including decay between teeth, gum disease, bone
It’s Okay to Be Cheesy
Creamy, gooey, savoury cheese. While this dairy staple tastes great on pizza, sandwiches and pasta, it also has a potential dental benefit. According to some research, eating cheese makes the mouth more alkaline, which in turn decreases the need for dental treatment. Specifically, consuming cheese neutralises plaque. How? Cheese, of course, contains calcium that mixes
How to Clean Your Dentures
Keeping your dentures clean and free of bacteria can help you enjoy a healthy, confident smile. Here are some simple tips for cleaning your dentures: Remove and rinse dentures after eating. To remove food particles and other debris that can get stuck between your dentures, thoroughly rinse them. Clean your mouth after removing your dentures. Use a
What’s the Wisdom on Removing Third Molars?
Wisdom teeth (third molars) typically start developing in the teen years. By the end of that period, the crowns of the wisdom teeth usually begin to erupt through the gums, if there’s sufficient room. By your mid-twenties, wisdom teeth will have entirely erupted through your gums, or become impacted. While wisdom tooth removal is seen
Swimming in Pools of Spit
Hundreds of glands in our mouth produce enough saliva to fill two medium-size bathtubs a year. That’s a lot of saliva. Which is good. Saliva is our body’s way of rinsing our teeth of sugars and bacteria. Besides protecting our teeth and gums, it lubricates the mouth and regulates its acid balance. Saliva contains enzymes