If you’ve had a cavity, do you know how you got it? Read this blog post to learn how cavities form and how you can prevent them in the future. How a Cavity Forms As you eat and drink, the sugars and starches in your food and beverages fuel the bacteria that exists in your… Continue reading How Does a Cavity Form?
Read MoreYou’ve probably heard of plaque when you visit our office every six months and get your teeth scraped and polished. If left alone, plaque would have the chance to harden into tartar. Unfortunately, that destructive transformation can happen much quicker than you might think. From Plaque to Tartar Plaque is a sticky film of bacteria… Continue reading How Long Before Plaque Turns to Tartar?
Read MoreHalloween is just around the corner! Although it’s an exciting time of fun, costumes, and social gatherings, it’s also associated with cavity-causing candy. Fortunately, there are healthier treats available if you want the kiddos in your life (or trick-or-treaters at your door) to be in on the holiday festivities, but don’t want to increase their… Continue reading Halloween Candy Alternatives Kids Will Love
Read MoreSome patients claim they are able to taste, feel, and smell their own cavities, or even smell them on the breath of others close to them. Is this possible? Do cavities smell? Can you taste a cavity? Read on to learn what causes cavities and if they can cause bad breath. What Is a Cavity?… Continue reading Can You Smell or Taste a Cavity?
Read MoreWho doesn’t love having a bright white smile? Fortunately we live in a day and age where many whitening products and services are readily available to us at the dentist or even over the counter. However, at home whitening kits don’t always cut it. Professional teeth whitening is the preferred method for most people. Benefits… Continue reading Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening vs. At-Home
Read MoreGingivitis is inflammation of the gums, the soft tissue that surrounds the teeth, that can lead to infection and bone loss if left untreated. Patients tend to focus more on their teeth than their gums when keeping up with their oral health, so the early stages of gum disease can be easy to overlook. Unfortunately,… Continue reading Here’s How to Recognize Gum Disease
Read MoreHave you ever noticed those tiny, bright white spots on your teeth? Although there are different causes behind those white spots, they are most commonly caused by an issue known as hypomineralization or hypocalcification. Don’t be alarmed by the scary-sounding names, though; it’s actually quite a common problem! So what can you do to eliminate… Continue reading What Are Those White Spots on My Teeth?
Read MoreElectric toothbrushes come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and functionalities, but are they capable of cleaning your teeth better than a manual toothbrush? Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of electric toothbrushes. What Is an Electric Toothbrush? Electric toothbrushes are rechargeable brushes that move in rapid circles to break up plaque… Continue reading Can an Electric Toothbrush Clean My Teeth Better Than a Manual?
Read MoreFew people look forward to their trips to the dentist, but perhaps for you it’s more than that. Even though most dental procedures are pain-free, you may have nightmares of dental drills or even feel stressed at the thought of having a basic hygiene appointment. You are not alone. According to Statistics Canada a whopping… Continue reading How To Manage Dental Anxiety And Fear
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