Regular dental exams are a necessary part of preventative health care. This isn’t just about your teeth (as if that isn’t enough of a reason), this is about your whole body’s health. That’s why for this article, we’re taking a look at what you can expect from a dental exam, starting with why they’re [...]
Millions of Canadians receive root canal treatments every year to repair and protect a damaged tooth. Root canals involve the removal of decay from a tooth, which, if left untreated, can result in intense discomfort, infection and inflammation. Root canals prevent an infected tooth from re-infection; however, it doesn’t improve [...]
When you require a significant oral surgery or operation, you may need oral sedation to ensure you’re safe and comfortable during the procedure. Your oral surgeon may suggest that you take a sedative or anesthetic if you’re going in for a standard procedure like a root canal or a wisdom [...]
Oral hygiene is critically important to your overall health and wellbeing. Brushing and flossing are imperative because it eradicates bacteria that live inside of your mouth. Because most oral bacteria live on your tongue, it needs to be cleaned on a routine basis. […]
Flossing is important for both our oral health and our overall health. Unfortunately, many dental patients don’t take it seriously enough, resulting in health complications down the road. A big reason why a lot of patients neglect flossing is that they don’t do it enough! They’re afraid of pain and [...]
Tooth sensitivity is an oral health issue that can cause severe discomfort for both children and adults. Tooth sensitivity is most experienced when a person drinks a hot or cold beverage or eats an acidic or sugary food. Other people will experience tooth sensitivity when they breathe in cool or [...]
We all understand basic oral hygiene practices – we’re taught from an early age about the importance of brushing and flossing daily. However, as easy as it all may seem, life can get very busy, and it can be tough to provide yourself with adequate oral health care on a [...]
So much of your self-confidence stems from your smile, and if you’re unhappy with the appearance of your smile, you may actively look for ways to shield your smile from the general public, or even friends and family. Individuals that have struggled with a crooked smile or a misaligned bite [...]
Accidents will happen, and while most are avoidable, some things are just out of your control. If you were to trip and scrape your knee, you would apply an anti-biotic and sterilize gauze to ensure no bacterial infection forms; however, would you know what to do if you or someone [...]
Although cases of gum disease have been on the decline due to improved access to precise dental care, it doesn’t mean that you aren’t susceptible to some form of periodontal disease. Brushing and flossing two to three times a day is the best way to keep your gums healthy, as [...]
