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Athletes and Dental Care

Taking care of our teeth is an important part of life, but for those who play contact sports on a regular basis, there can be times when your teeth may get damaged, or the proper care can be difficult. Dentists often see the aftermath of contact sports and need to provide care for chipped or ...

5 Habits That Harm Your Teeth

No matter how much you brush, floss, and visit your dentist, certain habits will harm your teeth. Some of them – like chewing on ice – may seem harmless but are wreaking havoc on your teeth. To maintain a healthy smile, avoid the following five tooth-damaging habits. Smoking ...

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

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?

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, ...

What’s the Difference Between a Dental Bridge and Dental Implant?

You did the right thing – after losing a tooth, you made a dental appointment . But after meeting with your dentist, your head is now spinning with the information they provided you. You wonder: What type of tooth replacement option is best for me? Will a dental bridge last longer than a ...

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

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 ...

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