Should You Use Mouthwash?
When taking good care of your teeth is a priority, you want to do everything you can to ensure that your teeth stay healthy, strong and bright. Is brushing and flossing your teeth enough or should you use mouthwash too?…
Sports and Dental Health
Working out, exercising and playing sports are all great activities for your health, but it’s important to know how to protect your teeth when preparing for any work out session or game. Here’s what you should know about sports and…
Do I Need to Replace Old Fillings?
Many people who had cavities filled years ago wonder if or when they should replace them. For some patients, old fillings made of silver amalgam may be of some concern due to the mercury content. Others may wish to replace…
Why Preventative Care Matters
Many people don’t think about the health of their teeth until they experience discomfort, often from a cavity, but being proactive about the health of your teeth before problems arise has great benefits. Let’s dig into the topic of why…
How Sugar Affects Your Teeth
People often joke about sugar being bad for their teeth. “That’s a cavity waiting to happen!” Someone is bound to say as they add sugar to their coffee, or a child enjoys their candy. But is it a myth, or…
Dental Hygiene When You’re Sick
Cold and flu season is in full swing again. When you’re feeling achy, chilled and stuffy, caring for your teeth can understandably slip your mind. Even the smallest task seems to take great effort when you’re feeling under the weather.…
3 Ways to Treat A Toothache
Toothaches are common, but that doesn’t make them any less uncomfortable. Pain is the body’s signal that something needs your attention. If you’re suffering from discomfort in your tooth or mouth, it’s important to find out the reason for that…
Choosing the Best Dental Floss for You
Choosing the best dental floss for you may be an overwhelming or daunting task, but it isn’t impossible. Learning the different types of dental floss and the jobs they do can help you choose what kind is the best dental…
How to Keep Your Smile Young
Your smile expresses you, and shows the world a flash of your brilliance and beauty. If you feel young, why not keep your smile young too? Here are several ways to encourage a youthful appearance when you smile! Braces or…
3 Reasons Flossing Matters
You’ve heard your dentist say “brush and floss twice a day!” But why does it matter so much? There are many reasons flossing matters, because it reaches where a toothbrush can’t, and cleans beyond what a mouthwash can do. Without…