If you’re wondering whether you need a deep dental cleaning, wonder no more. We’re here to discuss its importance as well as how often you’re required to have it. Brushing and flossing regularly can help you fight against tooth decay, bad breath, and gum disease. These essential steps of good oral hygiene have numerous benefits,…
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Is It Normal for Children to Have Gaps in Their Teeth?
Gaps in between your teeth can often cause self-embarrassment in you and you may not want to smile. Not only that but a tooth misalignment can also cause problems with your bite. While it is an issue that adults can probably deal with, a child may have a different view about it. Many parents worry…
What Your Child Eats can Affect Their Dental Health
The phrase, “You are what you eat,” rings all too true, although in this case, it’s your child’s teeth that will fall prey to the wrong types of food. Too many sugar-filled sodas, sweetened fruit drinks, non-nutritious snacks, other sugary foods (cake, cookies, chocolates and candies), and starches (pretzels and potato chips) can cause tooth…
Say ‘Ahh’: The Do’s and Don’ts of Good Oral Hygiene
Good dental hygiene is equal parts of what you do and don’t do. Our teeth are the most-used parts of our entire body and keeping them clean and healthy is crucial. Therefore, knowing what to do and what not to do can mean a huge difference between having the brightest smile and harming your confidence….
When Should You Bring Your Children to the Dentist?
New parents often struggle with the question of when to take their child to the dentist for the first time. Should they bring them when their first tooth appears, or only when there is a problem? Don’t worry, we can help you sort it out and provide you with the information needed to make the…
Why Do Your Gums Bleed and How to Prevent It
Spitting out a bit of blood in the sink after brushing and flossing may not seem like a big deal. Sometimes, you may not even notice it. But bleeding gums is something you shouldn’t ignore. In fact, it could be an early sign of gum disease that should be addressed immediately! There are several factors…
Don’t Let Bad Breath Stop You From Living Your Life
If you’ve had people avoiding you when you’re talking to them, you most likely are suffering from bad breath. Don’t worry, everyone has it at some point in their lives. It’s one of life’s most common annoyances. Thankfully, we can do something about it but first, you need to know where it comes from. What…
How Often Should You Do Your Oral Health Screening?
Let us investigate and count the ways for you. The answer usually depends on your individual circumstances and risk factors. We all have different oral health needs and risk levels which reflect in the frequency of oral health screenings. How Often Should You Visit the Dentist? Most dentists will recommend you visit every six months,…