Taking the Fear Out of a Dental Visit – 5 Tips for An Easy Appointment
Did you know that an estimated 40% of Canadians have a fear of visiting the dentist? Despite many impressive technological advances that make most types of dental work a breeze compared to what they once were, dental anxiety is still a very common occurrence. This is primarily because fear is a psychological phenomenon, but one […]
5 Surprising Benefits of Regular Dental Cleanings
We all know that having a routine dental cleaning can remove stains from your teeth and prevent bad breath. That’s why many people think it’s okay to skip their trip to the dentist. Little do they know that having a regular dental cleaning is essential for keeping your smile and body healthy. The benefits of […]
How to Avoid Problems with Your Dental Crown
If you have chipped, damaged, or decayed teeth, getting dental crowns could be an excellent solution. Dental crowns can last for many years. However, that does not mean that you should neglect them. You will have to take care of your dental crown like you would your real teeth if you want it to stay […]
Dental X-Rays – Are They Dangerous?
Dental x-rays are usually used as a diagnostic procedure and it is considered safe as they have really low doses of radiation and produces just a small fraction of what other imaging procedures exposes you to. If you think you are going to need dental x-rays or if you are worried about getting one because […]
Do You Need a Periodontist?
Every year, millions of people around the world are affected by periodontal disease or gum disease. In fact, it is one of the leading causes of tooth loss among adults. One major concern is that most people do not realize that they have gum disease until they experience severe pain or they actually loose teeth. […]
What You Need to Know About Dental Sedation
Many people have anxiety about going to the dentist. Because of this, some suffer dental problems that would have been avoided if they made trips to the dentist at least twice a year. If you, too, are uncomfortable with the idea of visiting your dentist for a treatment, then you should know that there is […]
What You Need to Know Before You Get a Filling
Did you know that whenever you chew food, your back molars exert a force of about 70 pounds a square inch? Think about that next time you eat dinner! Now if some of your teeth have filings, just imagine what it goes through every single day. No wonder they eventually crack! Fillings allow you to […]
Tooth Whitening – How Safe is It?
Most people want to have whiter teeth and it’s perfectly understandable. Many of us have teeth that are more faint yellow instead of pearly white. It can be caused by various factors, including age, tobacco usage, eating and drinking habits, and more. Sometimes even those people who do take extra care of their teeth still […]
Bad Breath and Wisdom Teeth – Is There a Connection?
Wisdom teeth are thus called because they are normally the last ones to appear and at a relatively late age. How to Get Rid of Bad Breath From Wisdom Teeth The way to get rid of bad breath from a wisdom tooth is to treat what is causing it, and that starts with a dentist […]
Cosmetic Dentistry 101
With all the TV shows about makeovers, you probably have heard of cosmetic dentistry. And if you are interested in improving your teeth, then you are in the right place. In this post, we are going to talk about everything that you want to know about cosmetic dentistry. Basically, cosmetic dentistry is the term we […]
