Flossing Is Not Enough: How Proper Oral Care Techniques Can Make a Huge Difference
Flossing is a very important step in a good oral care routine. However, flossing alone is simply not enough to maintain optimum oral health. Flossing is beneficial only for getting the buildup of plaque and food that is between the teeth. This leaves a large portion of your mouth untouched, giving bacterial ample space to…
Plaque Attack – What Plaque Does to Your Teeth and How to Keep it Away
If you’ve ever run your tongue past the fronts (or backs) of your teeth and felt the “film” that lets you know you need to brush, then you know what plaque feels like. It’s a buildup of bacteria on the surfaces of your teeth – and if you let it stay there too long then…
Need to Take the Edge off at Your Next Dental Procedure? Ask About Nitrous Oxide
Chances are, if you’ve heard anybody talk about their experience with nitrous oxide in their dentist’s office, they’ve said they had a good experience. Safe for kids and adults, it’s a good option for those who experience apprehension when you visit the dentist. However, before you ask for nitrous oxide (N2O for short) you should…
Jaw Pain and Temporomandibular Joint Problems
There hasn’t been a definitive study, but as dentists, we know anecdotally that many adults, at some point, will experience jaw pain and pain associated with the face and head: ear pain, facial pain, pain when biting, etc. Because there are so many possible causes of these types of pain, it’s difficult pinpoint the cause…
Bad Breath – Underlying Causes and Ways to Fight it
It doesn’t matter what you call it: bad breath, halitosis, jungle mouth – it’s definitely cause for concern among those who have it. There are probably as many causes of halitosis as there are ways to treat it, however the best way to ensure it’s diagnosed and treated correctly is to see your dentist. In…
Diabetes and Your Oral Health
Every year, millions of men and women in North America are affected by diabetes. Those who have been diagnosed with it understand that it can cause problems with various body parts and systems including the nerves, eyes, kidneys and the heart. There are a number of oral health problems that dentists associate with diabetes as…
Oral Health During Pregnancy
When the news comes that you are expecting a child, a lot goes through your head. How will you decorate the baby’s room? Will you get morning sickness? What name will you choose? One thing that, understandably, does not jump to the forefront of most expecting mothers during pregnancy is the question of how your…
Custom Athletic Mouthguards – Top Quality, and Only From Your Dentist
This time of year means getting back into full-swing at school for many families. From backpacks to binders and everything in-between, people have probably already bought most of the things their child needs in the classroom. Some families are also buying items their children will need outside of the classroom as well – specifically, on…
Teeth Grinding – What it is And What Your Dentist Can do to Help
If you’ve ever caught yourself grinding your teeth randomly throughout the day, or at night, you’re not alone. While there is no definitive data on the subject, many agree that the majority of people engage in clenching or grinding their teeth at some point in their lives – on either an acute or habitual basis….
Orthodontics – Not Just for Kids: Having Straighter Teeth as an Adult is Easier Than Ever
If you’re thinking about getting braces, there’s great news – experts agree that it’s never too late. To support this point, some reports suggest that adults make up nearly half of all orthodontic patients who have decided to get the smile they’ve always wanted. And, if you think these adults are walking around with the…
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