1. How Businesses Can Promote Oral Health

    Even though Canadians have access to free health care, it doesn’t cover dental work. Many families throughout Ontario and other provinces choose to add dental coverage as a supplement to their general health insurance. Businesses can also do a lot to promote oral health. Businesses are constantly striving to attract the best employees. They do that through certain incentives, such as higher wage…Read More

  2. 3 Reasons Teeth Get Stained

    Stained teeth can have a negative impact on not only your oral health, but it can affect your smile. When you are concerned about your teeth, you will tend to smile less and that can lead to a number of other problems, such as a loss of confidence and a depressed overall mood. It’s important to have a smile that you’re proud of, so when you end up with stained teeth, you should take care of th…Read More

  3. Get Your Cracked Tooth Repaired as Soon as Possible

    Having a cracked tooth can be painful. It can actually impact not only your smile and your dental health, but it has the potential to affect your overall health as well. Life is full of surprises and that means from time to time you may be dealt a harsh blow to your mouth, teeth, or gums. When that happens, you might end up with a cracked tooth. The first thing to do is to gather any large piece o…Read More

  4. Get a Winning Smile with Restorations

    One of the most common reasons why people don’t smile more is because they are concerned about the condition of their teeth. No matter whether you take care of your teeth every day, or neglected them at times throughout your life, you deserve to smile without worrying about what your teeth look like. The more you smile, the more confidence you gain. You can get back that confidence and more with…Read More

  5. What to Look for in a Dentist

    When you’re looking for a dentist, there are some things you should look for. If it’s been a while since your last dental visit, or you want to be more comfortable next time, here are a few things to consider when searching for the right dentist. Insurance If you have dental insurance, then you may be limited on the choices of dentists in the area. If you find a dentist that isn’t covered by…Read More

  6. Dealing with Sensitive Teeth

    Living with teeth sensitivity issues is an uncomfortable problem that typically results from subpar dental care. Luckily it can be treated with the right diet, proper home dental care, and dental assistance. Heat and cold, pressure on your teeth and gums – these things can cause pain for people with sensitive teeth. The condition can make normally pleasant experiences like drinking coffee or eat…Read More

  7. The Right Way To Floss

    Tooth brushing alone is not enough to keep your teeth in optimum health, every dentist will tell you that. Flossing should be part of your daily oral health routine just like brushing. The Benefits of Flossing to Your Oral Health The benefits of floss exceed simply having a cleaner mouth. Your toothbrush cannot reach every part of your teeth, flossing gets the spaces between your teeth where hard …Read More

  8. Five Foods For Healthy Teeth

    Milk It’s not just your bones that benefit from milk; your teeth get stronger and healthier when you drink, too, because it contains calcium. Calcium helps protect your teeth against periodontal (gum) disease and keeps your jawbone strong and healthy. Since women are more likely to get periodontal disease if they don’t absorb enough calcium from their daily diet, it’s especially important fo…Read More

  9. The Effects of Smoking on Your Smile

    We all know that smoking is bad for your overall health but what direct affects does it have on your smile? Using tobacco products has a very negative effect on your oral health. Some of the most obvious effects of smoking cigarettes has on your oral health are bad breath, tooth discoloration, and loss of taste and smell, but there can be more serious periodontal problems. One of the effects of sm…Read More

  10. The Importance of Regular Dental Visits for Kids

    The sooner children begin getting regular dental checkups, the healthier their mouths will stay throughout their lives. It is recommended that the first visit occur within six months of the child’s first tooth emerging. Preventive care such as cleanings and if necessary, fluoride treatments, provide children with ‘smile’ insurance. Routine dental exams uncover problems that can be easily tre…Read More