How Veganism Affects Your Teeth
Whether due to a lifestyle choice or dietary reasons, going vegan is a big commitment as any major changes in diet can affect your health. Those changes from transitioning to veganism even affect your oral health. When considering switching to a vegan diet, there are certain factors to take into consideration. Making The Transition Before […]
How Stress Affects Your Oral Health
The stress of everyday life is something that affects all of us from time to time, and it’s important to know that stress can affect your oral health. This can range from teeth grinding, neglecting dental hygiene and even gum disease. Teeth Grinding Teeth grinding is a very common issue for those experiencing stress. If […]
Healthy Teeth, Healthy Academics
With summer now over and children back in school, it’s important to ensure that their oral health needs are met. Why? Because a lack of oral health maintenance care can negatively impact kids’ academic success. What Is The Relationship Between Oral Health and Academics? Neglecting oral healthcare can lead to an assortment of preventable issues […]
Onlay vs Crown: What’s The Difference?
If your teeth have been compromised through decay, cracks or fractures, you will need restorative dentistry services to help restore the mouth back into a functional state. Two common forms of restorative dentistry include Dental Onlays and Dental Crowns, both of which serve a different purpose. In this blog post, we will share the differences […]
How Long Does It Take To Whiten Teeth at The Dentist?
When patients are considering or about to undergo a whitening procedure most ask, “how long does it take to whiten teeth?” This is a valid question, however, there is not a one size fits all answer. It largely depends on how discolored your teeth are, and the condition of your teeth. Factors to Know About […]
Is Invisalign The Best Option For Your Teen?
Invisalign is on the rise with teens. The American Association of Orthodontists estimates that nearly 4.3 million patients 17 years old and younger were treated in North America in 2016, a 66 percent increase since 1989. We know that high school days are when teens are the most self conscious. They want braces in the […]
Are You Taking Advantage of Your Dental Insurance?
Since we are in the second half of the year, it’s important to take advantage of your dental insurance. It is estimated that one out of four people with dental insurance do not take advantage by fully using up their benefits. That is money being left on the table. Since the benefit deadline for most […]
Can Good Oral Hygiene Prevent A Stroke?
A study conducted in Finland by Tampere University researchers suggests that good oral hygiene could prevent a stroke after finding traces of oral bacteria in the blood clots that caused strokes. Why a stroke occurs Medical News Today states, “A stokes occurs when the supply of blood to the brain is either interrupted or reduced. […]
Top 5 Foods For Healthy Teeth
We’ve been told many times that brushing your teeth and flossing daily are critical for having healthy teeth, but did you know that the foods you eat play a role? Carrots Not only does eating carrots give your mouth a good workout, they also pack a crunch that is full of fiber, and […]
Insecure About Your Smile? Consider a Cosmetic Makeover
Do you feel insecure about your smile, but you’re not sure which procedure might be best for you to fix it? Are there several cosmetic issues you want to tackle at once? A complete smile makeover might just be the smile solution for you. What is a Smile Makeover? A smile makeover can restore and […]