[1]Root canal treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal, prevent reinfection of the tooth and save the natural tooth. When one undergoes a root canal, the inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed. What Happens During Root […]
[1]According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), within the last decade, roughly 17 percent Trusted Source of children ages 5 to 19 had untreated cavities. Cavities, also called dental caries, are the result of untreated tooth decay. Over time, this tooth decay can cause holes that go deep into your teeth, sometimes […]
Diabetes, if left untreated or managed properly, not only can affect parts of the body such as your eyes and feet but also your teeth and gums. Here are some ways that Diabetes can affect your oral health. Tooth Decay (cavities) The sticky substance that forms on your teeth (plaque), contains bacteria and when combined […]
The dental industry has been using dental amalgam (silver) fillings for years, but do these seemingly innocuous little pieces of metal pose a hidden threat to your health? Dental amalgam fillings are commonly composed of silver, tin, copper, and mercury, which in fact makes up about 50% of the amalgam. Mercury is a powerful neurotoxin […]
Have you ever woken in the morning and found your jaw was tight or sore? You might be grinding your teeth. Teeth grinding, or bruxism, is a condition in which you grind, gnash, or clench your teeth, which can lead to pain in the jaw. It’s commonly believed to be caused by stress or anxiety, […]
Pregnancy? From an expanding waistline to mood swings and more, a woman’s body undergoes dramatic changes during pregnancy, and the state of her oral health is not exempt. Below, we outline three of the most common problems that plague pregnant women, what causes them, and what you can do to fix them. Pregnancy Gingivitis: Gums […]
We all know that brushing twice a day and being friendly with your floss are part of a proper oral health care routine, but maintaining a happy mouth starts with what you feed it! Keep these dental friendly food facts in mind the next time you hit the grocery store: Load Up On Calcium A […]
April is for flowers and oral health! A bright smile is like a ray of sunshine on a beautiful spring day, so could there be a better time to focus on your oral health care? A good oral health care routine is key to more than just healthy teeth and gums. Not only can pain […]
This is a sobering fact: According to the Canadian Dental Association, every year over 3,200 Canadians are diagnosed with oral cancer. Although the occurrence is rare compared to other forms, the death rate from oral cancer is significantly higher due to it usually being discovered in the later stages of its development. There is good […]
From the toothless smiles of toddlers to the over-crowded grins of teenagers, the landscape of your child’s mouth will change dramatically as they age, but instilling good oral care habits early on will make sure their smile’s are healthy for life. The most common oral diseases that affect children – even those as young as […]