Self-Care

Dental implants are surgical fixtures that are placed in your jawbone and are fused with the bone over time (a few months). It functions as a bridge to hold the artificial tooth that would be introduced; the artificial tooth appears natural and gives the benefit of both aesthetics and function. Your dentist may suggest dental […]

If you’ve ever had a tooth missing due to an extraction, then you’ve most likely looked into different tooth replacement options, including dental implants. There are no questions that dental implants are considered as the best longterm tooth replacement option. However, the cost of the procedure can shock patients as they would leave the dentist […]

Mouthguards are an essential piece of equipment to protect the mouth and teeth from contact sports in order to reduce the risk of injury. Additionally, mouthguards can also be used for teeth grinding or clenching during sleep. When choosing the best mouthguard, it is important for the mouthguard to have the best fit in order […]

Thumbsucking is a common practice amongst babies. Many parents would argue that thumb sucking is a natural reflex that comes with many benefits, notably for soothing and comforting the baby; some babies find relief in sucking their fingers when they feel restless, scared, hungry or tired. The urge to suck the thumb usually starts decreasing […]

Teeth whitening has always been a popular option for those looking for a better smile, and interests in the process have grown in recent years. Perhaps this is due to the rise in heavy coffee drinking, or the popular use of social apps like Instagram. Regardless, if you want a bright smile, then there are […]

Do you know how much sugar you are consuming every day? In many countries (the U.S. included), the average was found to be at least 20 teaspoons per day. To give you a better idea of how much that is, a regular 12 oz can of coke contains roughly 9.75 teaspoons of sugar! Sugar can […]

Tooth decay is commonly known as the softening and destruction of your tooth enamel (the hard, outer layer of your teeth). It also refers to the damage of the structure of your tooth that is caused by acids that are created when plaque bacteria break down sugar in your mouth. If and when the loss […]

Have you cracked your tooth recently? If so, then you’re not alone. The severity of your cracked tooth will determine whether your repair is superficial and cosmetic or more critical. After discovering a damaged tooth, the most important thing you can do is to contact your dentist right away! That way, your dentist can quickly […]

Kids are notorious for having the biggest sweet-tooths. The following are some of the potential causes of this; a study has linked the craving for sugar to growth in children, suggesting that children crave sugar more because they are growing. The sweet tooth that kids have may also be explained by the release of the […]

Have you noticed bleeding gums when you brush or floss? There are many different reasons for that to occur, with some being temporary and others being more concerning. We’ll get right into these reasons and provide different ways to prevent the bleeding from happening in the future.  What are the reasons for gums to bleed? […]