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?

The sound of a dental drill or the sharp hook on some of the instruments you will see in the dentist office can be a little scary to some patients. But if you know what they are and how they are used they come a little less scary. So we thought we would break down a few of the instruments, what they are and how they are used so next you come in you know exactly what to expect.

When you are travelling you tend to be out of your normal routine. You are not at work, there is no alarm clock and you do things a little differently but your oral health shouldn’t be something you drop during vacation. Here are a couple of tips to help you maintain good oral health while you are vacationing.

It’s never too young to teach your little ones about good oral health. Starting to brush your baby’s gums before they even get teeth is a great way to get them use to it. When brushing your baby’s teeth there are a few things you should remember to help make it a little easier – because we know baby’s aren’t always the most cooperative.

Is your wedding day quickly approaching? But your smile isn’t quite ready. Don’t worry there are ways to help you have the great smile you want in time for your wedding day.