Archive for the ‘Health’ Category

Halloween is almost here and we know our children love this spooky holiday, but we do not want their teeth to become the scary part! This fun day is mostly about the candy which also means too much sugar for their teeth. So here are some important tips to help keep your kids’ dental health […]

Do you have a third set of molars? These are called your wisdom teeth – and no they do not make you smarter! You may have some questions about wisdom teeth so here are some facts that will provide you with the information you need to learn all about wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are the […]

Poor oral hygiene is one of the main risk factors associated with higher risks of strokes. People with gum disease have two times the risk of having a heart attack, stroke, or other serious cardiovascular event.

Oral health can affect your overall health. Here are some of the most common oral conditions that often go untreated. It is important to have early detection and treatment before they become a bigger problem.

Dentists work hard to make sure you are always protected when you go for your dental appointments. They are trained experts in infection prevention and control and there are guidelines that all dentists must follow for safe care. Your dentist’s priority is safety and to protect everyone in the office from the spread of bacteria […]

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!

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.

A toothache can be caused by several factors including sinus pressure. But, no matter what the cause, a toothache hurts. To determine how best to alleviate toothache pain it is important to find out its cause. Your dentist can help with this but to assist your dentist it is helpful if you can describe the […]

Animals do not get cavities… …because their diets are not high in sugar. Maybe humans should take a tip from the Animal Kingdom.   Animals… …floss their teeth! Really, they do. I mean they don’t use dental floss like humans do. But, they chew on bones or sticks to naturally scrape away food particles caught […]

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 […]