Are you at risk for gum disease?

Periodontal disease can wreck more than your smile. Here’s how to stop this common condition before it starts.. The dangers of gum disease When you want to highlight your smile, perhaps you whiten your teeth or choose a flattering shade of lipstick. But what about the health of your gums? After all, inflammation of gum…

Are You Allergic to the Dentist? Allergies to Watch Out For

As you wait for your next dental exam, you probably have a list of things you’d like to discuss — whether you have any cavities, which mouthwash you should use or how much your insurance will cover. But here’s one important topic that probably doesn’t make your list: allergies. Though common allergies like hayfever won’t…

7 rules for denture care

If some or all of your permanent teeth have fallen out or been removed, you may be using dentures: complete dentures if you’re missing all of your natural teeth (which is the case for one in 15 Canadian adults under 80) or partial dentures if you’re missing just one tooth or a few teeth. Both…

Why Do Doctors Have Such Bad Handwriting?

Why do doctors have such bad handwriting? Many people think most docs have atrocious handwriting. Why? Did they always have this condition? Do they teach it in medical and dental school? Both doctors and dentists are notorious for their indecipherable handwriting. Pharmacists, hygienists and even dentists’ patients often have difficulty reading prescriptions and referral documents….

What’s the best way to care for removable dentures?

Removable partial or full dentures require proper care to keep them clean, free from stains and looking their best. For good denture care: Remove and rinse dentures after eating. Run water over your dentures to remove food debris and other loose particles. You may want to place a towel on the counter or in the…

Drill-less Fillings / Air Abrasion

  When dealing with teeth requiring sealants or those with small cavities, we need a device which can remove tiny areas of debris and decay gently and selectively. That’s what Air Abrasion is all about. Air Abrasion works not by cutting, but by selectively scrubbing away soft areas of debris and rotten tooth structure while…

[Video]: Wooden Teeth Myth – George Washington’s Mount Vernon

Separate fact from fiction and learn more about George Washington and his troublesome teeth. Were his dentures really made of wood? 1. Washington was afflicted with dental troubles all his adult life Despite his legendary physical strength and iron constitution, George Washington’s failing teeth were a source of regular suffering. At age 24, Washington recorded…

Need a Root Canal? Don’t Be Afraid of the Drill

Despite radical advances in technology and tools, there’s little about dentistry as misunderstood as the drill. If you require a dental procedure that uses a drill, no need to be nervous. Today’s drills are highly advanced pieces of equipment built to maximize effectiveness and minimize invasiveness. More often than not, drills are used for root…

Smoking, Gum Disease, and Tooth Loss

What Is Gum Disease? Gum (periodontal) disease is an infection of the gums and can affect the bone structure that supports your teeth. In severe cases, it can make your teeth fall out. Smoking is an important cause of severe gum disease in the United States. Gum disease starts with bacteria (germs) on your teeth…

What You Can Do About Bad Breath

It’s easy to improve your breath and keep your teeth and gums healthy at the same time. Try these simple steps to make your mouth feel fresh and clean. 1. Brush and floss more often. Plaque, the sticky buildup on your teeth, collects bacteria that cause bad breath.  Trapped food also adds to the problem….

Info-graphics: Know what your teeth say when you eat

Your mouth can say a lot about what you’re eating. Statistics indicate that people who had whiter teeth are more confident and smile often.