Author Archives: The Dental Centre

  1. Antibiotics are often Not Necessary before Dental Work, but only Your Dentist Should Determine That

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    Antibiotics are usually prescribed to fight some type of infection, either viral or bacterial. When you’re going in for major dental work, it’s usually going to result in cutting of the gums and that exposes those gums to all of the bacteria that naturally sits inside your mouth. If that bacteria gets into your gums and into your bloodstream, it can cause infections and even illnesses. Some pe…Read More

  2. 6 Things that Could be Causing Your Tooth Sensitivity

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    Sensitive teeth can be extremely painful. For some people, it can be difficult to understand exactly why their teeth become sensitive. Here are six things that may be causing your tooth sensitivity. 1. You consume acidic foods. Tomato sauce, lemons, kiwi, and grapefruits are acidic foods that can cause pain, especially when the pathways to those tooth nerves are exposed. 2. You grind your teeth. I…Read More

  3. The 4 Things You Didn’t Realize Could be in Your Mouth

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    Believe it or not, there could be a lot of things in your mouth right now that you didn’t even realize. Taking care of your oral health is a matter of brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash, but even if you do those things on a regular basis, you could still have foreign contaminants in your mouth that you never knew existed. 1. Bacteria. Yes, there are some types of bacteria that are go…Read More

  4. 4 Tips to Help You Achieve that Sparkling Smile

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    Achieving a smile you’re proud of does not have to be a complete mystery to you. In fact, while many people hide their smile because of yellow, stained, crooked teeth, or other issues, there are certain steps you can take that will give you the confidence to smile and laugh more abundantly and that will draw more people to you and help you improve your conference. Tip #1: Take care of your oral …Read More

  5. 4 Threats to Your Health that Could be Getting on Your Toothbrush

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    You just purchased a brand new toothbrush, cracked open the case, and brushed your teeth for a few minutes. It felt great, but the moment you put it in the holder on the sink in the bathroom, you are actually exposing it to some harmful things. A lot of people simply don’t want to think about what could be crawling around on their toothbrush because that’s the one thing they’re going to stic…Read More

  6. 4 Reasons Improved Oral Care Can Lead to More Self Confidence

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    If you’re looking to boost your confidence level, have you ever thought about oral care? Believe it or not, how well you care for your teeth and mouth can have a direct impact on many other aspects of your life, including your confidence levels. Below are four reasons why. Reason #1: Better oral care leads to better breath. If you’re self-conscious about your breath, it can make it difficult f…Read More

  7. 5 Signs You May be Neglecting Your Oral Health (and Not even Realize It)

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    You want to do what’s right for your oral care. You brush your teeth twice a day, floss, and rinse with mouthwash. Or maybe you only brush twice a day, once in the morning and once right before you go to bed. If you think that is enough to take care of your teeth and avoid cavities, you’re making some serious mistakes. Below are five signs that could indicate you’re not taking care of your o…Read More

  8. Summer Fun and Dental Care: Yes, the Two Can Go Hand-in-Hand

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    It’s summer and that means heading out to the beach, going to barbecues, and spending more time away from home. Dentists recommend people brush their teeth at least twice a day (once in the morning and once in the evening), floss, and rinse with mouthwash. If you’re heading out to the beach in the morning, for example, and you spend all day there with friends, eating hot dogs, drinking soda, a…Read More

  9. 3 Reasons Dentist Often Do All They Can to Save Cracked and Broken Teeth

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    A cracked, chipped, or broken tooth may be painful or it could be just an aesthetic issue. Some people have heard about dental implants, fillings that can cover cracked or broken teeth, or other procedures that may seem to make more sense, but there’s a good reason why dentists do everything they can to help salvage a patient’s original tooth. 1. Your original teeth are much stronger than anyt…Read More

  10. 5 Steps to Take if You Have a Dental Emergency Right Now

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    Dealing with a dental emergency can be difficult, especially if you don’t know what to do. A dental emergency can include a cracked tooth, a broken tooth, a tooth having been knocked out, or something else. If you have experienced some type of dental emergency, the sooner you act, the more you increase the chances that your tooth can be saved and your oral health can be protected as much as poss…Read More