Sleep apnea is an increasingly common condition, particularly in Canada. What many people don’t realize is that sudden periods of difficult breathing or struggling to inhale could be affecting their dental health in the long term.
Confused by the dental terms you hear at your dental appointment? There are many words use that someone outside of the field may not understand. Not to mention, the dictionary of dental terms has grown significantly in recent years! We created a quick and ...
Sparkling water sales have skyrocketed in recent years with an increase in public education about nutrition. It is now universally accepted that soda is bad for you in every way: it degrades the enamel of your teeth, stains your teeth, raises your blood sug...
Accidents happen. Your child could be playing on the monkey bars one minute and chip a tooth the next. No matter how much you look after your child, they are going to get hurt. Bumps and scrapes are a normal part of growing up and unfortunately, so are chip...
With the holiday season upon us, the weeks ahead will be spent enjoying the festivities with our loved ones and colleagues. If you wear Invisalign to restore your smile, you may be wondering how you can eat, drink and be merry this Christmas. work by gradu...
The ratio of gum to teeth is an important balance to retain when smiling. Many people find that their gums overpower their smiles, limiting their self-confidence. This is a common problem in all areas of society, but fortunately, one that can be resolved wi...
Brushing our teeth is something we take for granted. We do it daily, at least twice and we floss and use mouthwash. However, we can do incredible damage to our teeth and gums if we overbrush. What is overbrushing? Overbrushing is what happens when you brush...
Dental x-rays provide a treasure trove of information to the dentist. Also called radiographs, they can show tooth decay, infection, cavities, impacted teeth, misaligned jaws, and much more. X-ray images are relatively straightforward – once you understand ...
So, you’ve just gotten out of the operating room after a successful or root canal. You probably have a million and one questions for your dentist or dental surgeon. But, at the top of that list of very important questions is the most pressing query: “Befor...
Invisalign treatment continues to be one of the most popular options for straightening crooked teeth. The Invisalign aligners can be used throughout the day as a low visibility alternative to traditional bracing products. But many Invisalign users struggle with maintaining thei...
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