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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
How to Floss Flawlessly
When it comes to flossing, most people think they have a pretty good grasp on the morning or before bed task. But are you really flossing flawlessly? In order to floss flawlessly and keep your gums and pearly whites happy, here’s what you should always do. Begin by breaking off about 14-18 inches of floss.
5 Things You Didn’t Know About Your Toothbrush
We all know a toothbrush helps to freshen our breath and keep cavities at bay, but it never hurts to learn a bit more about this daily oral health tool! Whether you’ve got an electric or manual toothbrush, it’s best to opt for a soft head as hard bristles can do more harm than good.
5 Ways to Prevent Tooth Decay in Your Child
It’s every parent’s goal – to help their kids succeed to the best of their ability. But what about when it comes to their oral health? Here are five ways you can help them prevent tooth decay. Don’t share utensils. If you’re eating a sugary slice of cake and use your fork to help your
4 Daily Teeth Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
So, you think you take perfectly good care of your teeth? If you can make it through this list without feeling guilty and brush and floss regularly, consider your oral health in tip-top shape! Smoking. Cigarettes lead to bad breath, discolouration and a higher risk of oral cancer. More so, the popular alternative known as vaping
Navigating At-Home Teeth Whitening
Having straight teeth can improve your confidence and bite, but giving your smile a colour boost with at-home whitening products is now easier than ever before. The catch? With so many options and different ingredients, how can you be sure you’re choosing the right product? The next time you venture to your local supermarket or
How to Excite Your Kids About Oral Health
Instilling proper oral health habits in your children while they’re young can make a world of difference in their smile for years to come. But getting them excited about their oral health can be difficult for some parents. If that sounds familiar, consider these easy tips for getting your kids to brush their teeth. Start