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When Should Teens Get Their Wisdom Teeth Removed?
A common misconception is that there is a particular age when a person should have their wisdom teeth removed. The truth is that there is no “perfect age” to undergo a wisdom teeth extraction; some people don’t even need to have their wisdom teeth removed. Wisdom teeth do not need … Read More
What to Avoid and Look for When You Buy Your Next Tube of Toothpaste
Whether or not you’re a fan of holistic healing or are interested in science; I think we can all agree that some ingredients are better than others. Toothpaste is full of complicated sounding names, but how do you know what’s actually good and potentially hazardous? Let’s start with fluoride; this … Read More
Posted in Dental Tips
Tagged Fluoride, toothpaste
What Causes Halitosis?
It’s the bane of any first date or encounter with a new acquaintance: halitosis (or as it’s known colloquially bad breath.) But what causes this unflattering ailment? Are some people more predisposed to have funky breath or is it something you can keep under control? It’s no surprise that bad … Read More
Posted in Dental Tips
Tagged bad breath, halitosis
How to Avoid Teeth Grinding
Teeth grinding, also known by its medical term “bruxism,” is a common occurrence among both children and adults, and is most likely caused by stress or anxiety. In most cases, people grind their teeth in their sleep without knowing. An achy jaw or constant headache are usually signs that you … Read More
Posted in Dental Tips
Tagged anxiety, Bruxism, stress, teeth grinding, tooth problems
How to Relieve Teething Pain for Your Baby
Baby teeth are a special mark of your child’s development. Despite this exciting time it can prove to be a painful transition for your baby. If you need help easing the pain associated with teething, try any number of these home remedies. Relief is possible for both of you. The … Read More
Posted in Dental Tips
Tagged baby teeth, discomfort, pain, teething
Bad Dental Habits
We have written a lot about healthy dental habits: brushing your teeth, flossing regularly, and seeing your dentist at least twice a year for regular cleanings and checkups. But what about the things you shouldn’t be doing to your chompers? Here is a list of bad dental habits that you … Read More
Posted in Dental Tips, Uncategorized
Sharing a Toothbrush can Raise Risk of Disease
Research has shown that couples sharing a toothbrush are at a higher risk of contracting gum disease and other germs. According to Deo Mawona, a senior dental surgeon at SAS Dental Clinic, sharing a toothbrush with someone else is really a poor idea, not simply from a hygienic standpoint, but … Read More
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Tagged detnal tips, sharing a tootthbrush, toothbrush, toothbrushes
Easy Toothbrush Tips for Your Kids
Parenting undoubtedly presents its own share of challenges but occasionally one of the more daunting tasks entails persuading your children to brush. Some parents have such a difficult time instilling the importance of brushing to their children that they’re hardly above groveling upon their hands & knees. Don’t count yourself … Read More
Posted in Children's Dentistry, Dental Tips
Tagged children dentist, children dentistry, dentist for kids, tips, toothbrushes, toothpaste
Tips to Banish Bad Breath
When someone has bad breath, it’s the elephant in the room: do you offer them a piece of gum? Do you back up to give them more space? The fact of the matter is that nobody is a fan of stinky breath, The most obvious choice would be to brush … Read More
Posted in Dental Education, Dental Tips
Tagged bad breath, dental education, gingivitis, routine dental procedure, tips, visit a dentist
5 Ways to Prevent Gingivitis
Tooth Brushing This should come as no surprise but regular effective teeth brushing, twice daily, is the most effective way to prevent against the development of gingivitis. However, the symptoms of gingivitis, such as tender bleeding gums cause people to slack off on their brushing habits. This only helps to … Read More
Posted in Dental Education, Dental Health, Dental Tips
Tagged brushing, Flossing, gingivitis, visit a dentist
