If you suffer from periodontitis (a form of gum disease) it's likely that you're going in to see your dentist or dental hygienist every...

When people think of going to the dentist to get a "Regular cleaning" they are often referring to what we dental professionals call a...

In one of our very first blogs we explained why we believe flossing before you brush may provide the best results and benefits. If you...

Xylitol, you have probably heard this word on an diet beverage/drink ad or perhaps seen it on the wrapper of your favorite candy bar. You...

Visiting your Dentist every 6 months for a dental check-up and a cleaning is a great way to keep your teeth and gums healthy and prevent...

Unless you don't use toothpaste when brushing your teeth, then you have probably heard about Fluoride. Many people are grateful for its...

If you often wake up with a sore jaw or headache and don't know why, it could be because you might be grinding and/or clenching your...

Do you ever wake up with a sore jaw? if you do, chances are that you are probably clenching or grinding your teeth while you sleep....

Plaque! Every human being on this earth has plaque in their mouth. Yes, even those who brush and floss several times a day will still...

Do you ever have any tooth pain when drinking an ice-cold beverage? Maybe when taking a sip of your favorite hot soup? Perhaps you get a...

It's not uncommon for people to breathe through their mouth when they are asleep. Even if you're not (or think you're not) a mouth...

At around the age of six years old, most kids will experience the eruption of their first adult teeth. These first adult teeth are known...

We all know that we need to change our toothbrush every so often, but how frequently should we be replacing our toothbrush? The answer to...

Over the last few years more and more dental offices are bringing in lasers for their Dental Hygienist to use in their department. If you...

Most people believe that the harder you brush your teeth the cleaner and healthier they will be. We can certainly understand why people...

Gum disease... We're sure you've heard this phrase before, maybe on a toothpaste commercial or perhaps (hopefully not) you heard your...

Getting in the habit of brushing and flossing regularly can be difficult for some of us. If your gums bleed when you brush or floss this...

Throughout the day our teeth are constantly losing minerals whenever we eat food or consume acidic beverages. This mineral losing process...

With about 60% of our body being made up of water, it is no surprise that this simple molecule has numerous benefits for our overall...

On a previous blog, we talked about tooth decay being the process in which the tooth begins to lose minerals and eventually turns into a...

A smile can say a lot about a person. Whether we like it or not, people will often judge and classify who we are based on the appearance...

Using a mouthwash after you brush and floss can be beneficial to your oral health, however there are a few misconceptions that patients...

Last month we talked about the causes of extrinsic tooth stains (stains that affect the outer layer of the tooth). Today we'll be...

No one likes having stains on their teeth. For some people, having stained teeth can prevent or reduce the amount of times they smile...

Several times when we ask patients if they are flossing they will respond with "I don't floss, but I do use an interdental brush"....

If your Dentist has prescribed or given you a bottle of Chlorhexidine mouthwash, then it's likely that you have some type of gum disease...

Most of us probably had a parent tell us "Don't eat too many candies because you'll get cavities!". When we are kids we rarely question...

With so many toothpaste options out on the market, it can sometimes be a little overwhelming for people to feel like they are making the...

If you haven't had a dental cleaning in several years and your brushing and flossing has been lacking, then there is a chance that the...

Have you ever been having your teeth cleaned and heard your dentist or dental hygienist shout out numbers like "three, two, four" while...

If you're brushing your teeth and not flossing, then you're only effectively cleaning approximately 60% of your teeth's surfaces. This...

If it has been several years since your last dental cleaning and you haven't kept up with your brushing and flossing habits, it is likely...