By now, most people know that smoking cigarettes is harmful to the mouth and teeth. Smoking increases your risk for oral cancer, causes bad breath and increases your risk for developing gum disease. As e-cigarettes become more popular, there seems to be less concern on the effects that smoking has on oral health. A common […]

The holiday season is fast approaching, meaning you and your family will likely be surrounded by delicious sugary sweets and drinks. While we all deserve to indulge a bit during the holidays, it’s important to remember how sweets can affect our teeth.  Many different types of bacteria live in your mouth. Some are beneficial to […]

Have you ever visited your local drugstore to pick out a new toothbrush and wondered why there are so many different varieties? Should you choose a brush with soft bristles, medium or hard? Why should you choose manual versus electric? We’re here to clarify and to help you choose the best toothbrush for your unique […]

Maintaining good oral hygiene is important. But do you know how often you should be replacing your toothbrush? How about effectively cleaning it to get rid of harmful bacteria? Follow these steps to toothbrush maintenance to ensure you have good oral health all year long!

Social media is changing the way we think about our oral health. If you’ve ever used Facebook or Pinterest, you have likely heard the terms oil pulling, activated charcoal, and essential oils being thrown around as natural alternatives to oral care. Perhaps you have already tried a few of these at home, but how effective […]

The leaves are falling and the weather is dropping: Halloween is here. With Halloween comes costumes and candy, lots of candy. While many of us enjoy indulging in the Halloween fun, it is important to remember the impact that our favourite sugary treats have on our teeth.  Candy is primarily made up of sugar, which […]

If it’s been a couple of years since your last visit to the dentist it can be a little nerve-wrecking to go back. But no matter how long it has been in-between cleanings, it is important to take care of your oral health.

Is your child a thumb sucker? It is common for babies and small children to suck their thumb as a way to soothe themselves. But once their teeth start coming in constant thumb sucking can cause problems with the alignment of their teeth.

We know that getting your kids to brush their teeth twice a day can seem like a chore, but there may be a few ways to help them.

A cup of coffee in the morning to jumpstart your day seems like a typical morning routine for a lot of people. But did you know that drinking coffee every day can result in stained teeth over time and the dreaded smell of coffee breath? While that fresh cup of joe can seem appealing is it really worth it?