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How to Protect Tooth Enamel Naturally: A Beginner’s Guide to All Things Tooth Enamel

You’ve probably heard your dentist talk about “tooth enamel” at some point during your last visit. And though the topic comes up relatively often at our dental practice, we have come to notice that not all patients know what we’re

Bad Dental Habits That Are Harming Your Oral Health

You could be damaging your teeth without even knowing it! Your bad habits might just be prompting cavities, oral infections and even costly dental repairs. Unfortunately, many people don’t even realize the seriousness of their bad habits until it’s too

How to Deal With Dental Anxiety

Fear of the dentist is a lot more common than you think. In fact, an estimated 13% to 24% of people around the world are affected by some form of dental anxiety. Fortunately for most people, dental anxiety is disturbing

6 Fun Ways to Get Your Kids Excited About Oral Health

Getting your kids to brush their teeth can be challenging. Most parents know that their children should be brushing twice a day, though this is much easier said than done. Help your kids maintain their healthy smiling by making oral

Mouthguards: Fighting Sports-Related Injuries

Every year thousands of athletes sustain traumatic dental and head injuries while playing their favourite sports. From hockey to handball, these injuries do not discriminate. The upside is that most of these injuries can be avoided with the use of

The Ultimate Toothpaste Guide

The Ultimate Toothpaste Guide How to choose the right toothpaste for you? Choosing the right toothpaste can be confusing with so many types and flavours on the market today. The shelves in the dental hygiene aisle at stores are filled

Snoring, Sleep Apnea and Your Dental Health

Snoring, Sleep Apnea and Your Dental Health Snoring occurs when there is a partial obstruction of the airway which causes the palatal tissues to vibrate. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the tongue collapses on the palate and/or back of the

Gum Disease – Understanding the Different Stages

Gum Disease – Understanding the Different Stages At your last dental appointment you were told you have gingivitis or periodontal disease but what does this mean?? Gingivitis – The first stage of gum disease is inflammation of the gingiva (gums)