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Most of us have been advised from an early age to take care of our teeth. We should be brushing and flossing twice a day, at least, and we should be watching what we eat. No matter what you do, though, you will find that there are challenges to maintaining a bright white smile. If you don’t have a smile that you’re proud of, if you have a tendency to hide your smile, then you could be looking …Read More
If you drink coffee on a regular basis, then you’re not alone. There are millions of regular coffee drinkers throughout Ontario and the rest of Canada and for many of them, stained teeth and bad breath are part of the package deal. There are several foods and beverages (as well as a few bad habits) than affect the condition of our teeth. Soda can erode the enamel and cause staining. Smoking can …Read More
It may seem like an odd thing to tie cardiac health to taking care of one’s oral care, but the two have an interesting connection. In a previous article, we wrote about the dangers that bacteria along the gums can cause to the heart, increasing the risk of heart disease and even heart attack. What we didn’t connect was how proper oral care can have a direct impact on both. Don’t confuse this…Read More
If you notice that your gums are sore, red, swollen, or bleed when you brush your teeth, then you could have an infection or other gum disease. It’s best to not ignore these problems, even if they don’t cause you any real pain. That’s because gum diseases or bacteria in the gums have the potential to lead to heart attacks. It may sound odd, but it’s a proven fact. The veins in your gums ar…Read More
If you have bad breath, it can affect many aspects of your personal life. Depending on the severity of the halitosis, it can actually have a negative impact on your professional life as well. People respond to others with bad breath in various ways. Some will avoid getting too close to the individual with bad breath. Others will decide that it is not even worth being in the same room with them. Ov…Read More
If you have just moved to Uxbridge, you are going to need to find a dentist. Even if you have good teeth, you brush and floss regularly, and eat the best types of food, you should still visit the dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning. Finding a new dentist should not be a major challenge, but you do want to find someone with whom you’re comfortable and who has the experience to hel…Read More
If given the choice, almost any dentist will prefer to work on saving your natural teeth rather than moving to any other option. There are usually several options with regard to replacing broken, chipped, or missing teeth. There are dentures, dental implants, and bridges. While those may seem like the easier option for some people, they aren’t the most ideal. Your teeth are special because of th…Read More
Any time that you require major dental work, the cost of such work will be a factor in your decision about whether to have it done or if you are going to delay it. There are certain dental and oral health issues that should not be put off if at all possible. For some people, this is not a realistic possibility, especially if they are struggling financially. Assuming that the dental problems that y…Read More
Cosmetic Dentistry is essentially any type of work done to your teeth that helps to improve the appearance of them. Cosmetic dentistry can provide a number of benefits and while it generally doesn’t address oral health issues, done in conjunction with basic oral care, it can have a significant impact on an individual’s overall life. The four key benefits that cosmetic dentistry offers are: A …Read More
For those who have a habit of hiding their smile, it could be due to any number of reasons. The three most common being: They are self-conscious about their crooked teeth. They are missing one or more teeth. They have yellowed or stained teeth. Each of these reasons can have a direct impact on their confidence and enjoyment in life, so let’s explore each reason more closely. They are self-consci…Read More
