If you’ve ever found yourself staring at all the colourful boxes of toothpaste on a store shelf wondering which one is best for you, you’re not alone. This happens to even the best of us. The toothpaste aisle at the grocery store can be intimidating for those looking for the best toothpaste for their oral…
Category: Dental Health
Your Dental Guide to Choosing the Right Toothbrush
Choosing the right toothbrush can be a daunting task. Should you go for one that looks like Megatron’s cousin? Or you prefer to go for something pink and girly? There are many factors to consider before buying the right fit for your needs and your mouth. We will look at the biggest factors in choosing…
Enjoy Your Vacation with These Tooth-Savvy Travel Tips
Planning to go for a vacation? Can’t wait to kick back and forget about your responsibilities? Yep, we’re with you on that but before you board the flight, remember that while you’re on vacation, your oral hygiene isn’t. It can be hard to pay attention to your dental health while you’re travelling, be it for…
Avoid These Habits to Protect Your Pearly Whites
Chewing on a pen while trying to squeeze out ideas at work? Crunching on the last bits of ice of your iced lemon tea on a hot day? Want to snack on a packet of chips but there’s no scissors in sight so you use your teeth? Do these scenarios sound familiar to you? That’s…
Still Not Flossing? Here are 5 Key Reasons Why You Should
As children, we are often told to brush our teeth twice daily; once in the morning and once more before we go to bed. But how many of us were told to floss? Your dentist has probably recommended and advised you to do so, but how many of us actually took heed of this? Toothbrush…
Food Matters: Diet Do’s and Don’ts for Your Teeth
Your mouth, teeth, tongue, and gums more than just tools for eating. They’re essential for biting, tasting, chewing, and swallowing. In fact, your mouth is your body’s initial point of contact with the nutrients you consume. What you put in your mouth impacts not only your general health but also that of your teeth and…
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…