You’ve likely heard the term dental plaque used during your regular dental checkups, but do you know what it means? Understanding what dental plaque is and what it means for your overall oral health is important, as it can lead to cavities and other dental problems if it is not properly removed. Plaque is an…
If you’ve ever experienced any soreness, tenderness, or sometimes bleeding, in your gums after brushing your teeth, you’re not alone. There are lots of people who experience the same discomfort, and because it is such a common occurrence, many people don’t think much of it. While it might be tempting to just brush off gum…
When it comes to maintaining good oral health, it isn’t just your teeth that you need to worry about. Even if you are cavity-free and have beautiful pearly whites, you still need to protect yourself from gum disease. Gum disease starts when you get plaque buildup both along and under the gum line, and since…
Cavities and tooth decay are some of the most common dental problems that people experience and are especially common in children, teenagers and older adults. Cavities are caused by a number of different factors including frequent snacking, drinking sugary drinks, and not cleaning your teeth well. If they aren’t treated, cavities can get large and…
No one likes having cavities in their teeth, and while you might be tempted to put off going to the dentist, ignoring a cavity will only make it worse. Having a cavity filled in your tooth is one of the most common dental procedures and is typically painless. You might be wondering how long it…
Cavities are caused by tooth decay, which can affect both the enamel (outer coating) of a tooth and the dentin (inner coating). People may also develop a cavity under a crown, or around existing fillings. They can be painful, especially depending on the size and unfortunately do not go away on their own, so early treatment…
Did you just crunch down when chewing only to feel immediate pain? If it originated from your tooth or jaw there are a few potential causes that could be the reason you felt pain when chewing food. Usually, this means a visit to the dentist is in order but some conditions are less vital to…
Brushing your teeth isn’t most people’s favourite activity and chances are it’s even less of one for your toddler. However, that doesn’t mean it’s any less important. Young children can still get cavities, so if you’re seeing white, brown, or black spots on your toddler’s teeth it’s time to get your child to the dentist.…
Once you have your adult set of teeth, you unfortunately don’t get another. That’s why it’s so important to protect and care for your adult teeth when they are fully grown. One way of doing that is through mouthguards. However, there are many different kinds of mouthguards so how do you know when to get…
The state of the world can leave a lot of us stressed, and often that comes out in the form of clenching teeth for many of us. Grinding or clenching your teeth is often known as "bruxism." This condition can be very harsh on your jaw and teeth, so it’s important to treat it as…