Archive for the ‘Dental Care’ Category

Give the gift of a healthy smile! Gifts that promote good oral health and dental hygiene are a great idea or stocking stuffer idea. Here are just some ideas!

After a dental filling, you may experience increased sensitivity and discomfort. This entry will help identify what is normal, and most importantly, what you should do.

How do you know if you are experiencing an emergency and what should you do next? In general, if the issue could lead to further complications, it counts as a dental emergency. Here’s what to do!

Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas or happy gas, is a type of anesthetic that is considered a safe method when used correctly and under the supervision of a professional. Read on to find out why nitrous oxide is a sedation of choice for many procedures!

Having regular dental checkups is important for the health of your teeth but there are also several things dentists are checking for to make sure you have optimal oral and overall health.

The short answer is, “yes.” You likely practise good daily oral hygiene such as brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and flossing each day. But, have you ever thought about how dirty your tongue can be? Have you ever really looked at its colour? Your tongue should be a healthy pink, fleshy […]

The appearance of dental tools can be somewhat frightening as can the sounds emitted by some dental tools. And, they can be especially frightening for young children or those who experience anxiety about dental visits. Knowing a little bit about the tools a dentist or dental hygienist will use and, understanding their purpose in caring […]

3500 B.C. Ancient peoples living in this era chewed on a stick to clean their teeth. They believed the best sticks to use were ones that came from aromatic trees as these sticks would clean the teeth AND freshen the breath.   1400s – 1500s The first toothbrushes are made by Chinese. The bristles were […]

The Nitty Gritty About Mouthwash There are varying opinions in the dental world about making mouthwash use a part of your daily oral hygiene practises. But all dentists agree that mouthwash is NOT a replacement for brushing and flossing at least twice daily. When it comes right down to it, mouthwash should be considered an […]

See how you fare with your knowledge of mouth and teeth facts. Some of the answers might be surprising! Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the human body. True False Which is the most popular toothbrush colour? A. Blue B. Red C. Purple The Blue Whale is largest mammal on earth and it does […]