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What Could Be the Cause of My Dry Mouth?

If you’re taking an exam or making a presentation, it’s normal to experience a dry mouth. But when it persists for an extended period, there’s likely an underlying problem. Dry mouth, or xerostomia, happens when there is insufficient saliva to keep your mouth wet. From causes to treatments, ...

Signs You Need To See A Dentist (tooth pain, pregnancy)

If it’s been a while since you’ve been to the dentist – or maybe you go every 6 months for a check-up – you still may need to make an emergency appointment for pain or other dental issues . Here are some signs that you need to make an appointment soon. You’re experiencing tooth pain Any ...

What Do Dental Hygienists Do? (daily routine)

It’s time again for your dental checkup, and you know you’ll be spending most of the appointment with your dental hygienist. Besides cleaning your teeth, you wonder what other tasks dental hygienists complete regularly. As valuable members of your dental office team, ...

Difference Between a Dental Bridge & Dental Implant?

The main difference between a Dental Implant and a Dental Bridge is that a Dental Implant is permanent as the new tooth is fused to a titanium peg. Meanwhile, a Dental Bridge is where a new tooth is anchored to an existing tooth. Dental Implants Dental implants are often the preferred ...

4 Common Dentist Myths and Misconceptions

When it comes to advice for optimal dental health, there’s plenty of material available online, through literature, and from family and friends. Unfortunately, not all of what you encounter is true – which can make it difficult to know which messages you should pay attention to. ...

5 Ways to Overcome Dental Anxiety

Visiting the dentist may not be as fun of an excursion as you’d like – but it’s a necessary one to maintain your oral health. Yet, many of us view an upcoming dental appointment with so much anxiousness that we end up not going. If you can relate, the following five tips can ...

4 Benefits of Dental Veneers (cosmetic dentistry)

Do you feel confident when you smile? If you don’t, it’s usually because you’re embarrassed about the state of your teeth. Perhaps there are chips, cracks, or discolouration, but there doesn’t need to be anymore! Getting dental veneers is a popular cosmetic procedure ...

Foods to Avoid Eating With Dental Crowns

You’ve just left the dentist following a dental crown procedure and are starting to feel hungry. But what can you eat that won’t damage your affected tooth? Here’s what you can enjoy eating, along with what you should avoid after getting a dental crown . The Creation of ...

How Long Does Dental Freezing Last?

You’re scheduled for a dental appointment to get a cavity fixed and are told you won’t feel a thing during the procedure. The magical reason why? Freezing. A dentist uses an anesthetic to freeze or numb the nerves in your teeth and the surrounding area. Freezing helps the ...

3 Tips on How to Get Your Kids to Brush Their Teeth

Getting your kids to brush their teeth properly can be an uphill battle, especially during the bedtime routine. But thankfully, some tips can make brushing teeth easier and more enjoyable for your child – and you! Here are three of them. 1. Choose Kid-Friendly Toothpaste and ...

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