Most people hate going to the dentists. Something about getting a foreign object stuck in your teeth and scraped around fairly often would do that to you. Unfortunately, it is a necessary evil for ensuring long-term good dental and oral hygiene. Plus, if you have any particular medical conditions, such as painful mouth ulcers or …
Healthy teeth and gums are something most of us take for granted. But unless we look after our oral health on a regular basis, starting now, there may be problems in store later on. Whether you want to maintain your dazzling smile or prevent a toothache, gum disease or other dental problems, oral hygiene is …
None of us want to make that dreaded phone call to the dentist with a dental emergency! Teeth are strong, but unfortunately, accidents can easily occur which lead to a dental emergency. In these situations, it’s important to know exactly what you need do. The crucial part is to contact your dentist as soon as …
It’s natural to lose baby teeth as a child, but there may be instances where you can lose adult teeth as well. Studies reveal that tooth loss is common: adults in the age bracket of 20-64 years have an average of 24.9 remaining teeth while almost 3.75% of adults in the same age group have …
I began writing this article from the perspective of a Registered Dental Hygienist, but my mind kept shifting from dental professional to mother. It was my intention to write to you about preparing your child for their first dental visit from my clinical experience, but my instincts instead led me to write to you more from …
