The effects of smoking on your mouth
Most people are aware that smoking is bad for their health and can cause many different health problems. However, many people don’t realize the damage that smoking does to their mouth, gums and teeth. Smoking can lead to tooth staining, gum disease, tooth loss, and it more severe cases mouth cancer. Smoking stains teeth due […]
What are dental implants?
A dental implant is actually a replacement for the root of the tooth. Just like the root of the tooth, dental implants are secured in the jawbone and are not visible once surgically placed. They are used to secure the crown (the part of the tooth you can see). Dental implants are typically made of […]
What is an impacted wisdom tooth?
Impacted wisdom teeth are third molars at the back of the mouth that don’t have enough room to emerge or develop normally. They are the last adult teeth to come into the mouth. Most people have four wisdom teeth, two on the top, and two on the bottom. An impacted wisdom tooth can be painless. You […]
You broke a tooth, now what?
Broken teeth can occur for many reasons such as biting down on something hard, being hit in the face or mouth, falling, having cavities that weaken the tooth or even having large, old amalgam fillings that don’t support the remaining enamel of the tooth.When a tooth cracks or breaks, it may not hurt but your […]
Prevention is better than cure
As the saying goes “prevention is better than cure”, this can relate to many things, including your dental hygiene. Most dentist suggest 6 monthly check ups, flossing daily and brushing at least twice a day. Here are some things to consider before putting off your next dental check up & clean: *Prevention of gum disease […]
Ever wake up with a headache and wonder why?
Ever wake up with a headache and wonder why?Maybe you’re grinding throughout the night and you don’t even know it! Feeling stressed could be the reason for your grinding. If you are waking up with a headache, stiff or sore jaw muscles, pain in the temple area or even notice your teeth wearing down, grinding may be the […]
How to choose the right toothbrush
With so many different brands, shapes and sizes of toothbrushes it’s hard to know if you’re choosing the right one. Most dental professionals recommend using a soft bristled toothbrush. Some people seem to think that hard bristled toothbrushes will give your teeth a more vigorous scrub, so they’ll clean your mouth better but that is incorrect, It’s […]
What are the effects of sugar on teeth?
Everyone knows eating too much sugar can lead to tooth decay, but few are aware of exactly how that happens. It’s not the sugar itself that does the damage, but rather what happens after you eat or drink your sugary treats. Certain harmful oral bacteria actually feed on the sugars you eat to create acids […]
What is CEREC
CEREC stands for Ceramic Reconstruction and is a sophisticated system of designing that makes high quality, metal-free dental restorations in just one visit! CEREC was developed by Sirona and pretty much the way it works is it utilizes 3D photography and CAD/CAM technology to assist a dentist in designing a virtual restoration without taking impressions […]
Do you know how to care for your child’s oral health?
Let’s start with showing them its fun and make it fun! Try brushing together, letting your child pick their own toothbrush and grab an egg timer so they know how long to brush for. Show them how to brush properly and take good care of your own oral health which shows them it is something […]
