Root canal surgery is one of the most well-known, and yet the most unpopular dental procedures amongst patients. Many people associate the procedure with intense pain, whether they have had the procedure done to them or not. It is safe to assume that almost everyone has heard a horror story of a friend of a […]
Food, drinks, cigarette smoking and many other things can impact the condition of our teeth and cause breakage and discolouration, which can sometimes be painful; and a bit embarrassing. Sometimes our pearly whites aren’t that white, so many people opt for dental procedures to improve the look of their chompers, some of which are considered […]
Many people put off going to the dentist for two reasons, the fear of the dentist’s chair and the visit being yet another ‘unnecessary’ bill – but taking care of your gums and teeth should be a priority. Studies show that people with dental benefits are more likely to go to the dentist, take their […]
Fear of dentists is all too common among children. It’s also one of the primary reasons that adults fail to get needed dental work done, and these fears can be passed down to children. Helping children to deal with anxiety over being in the dentist’s chair is the best way to ensure that they will […]
Toothache can be caused by cavities, loose fillings, a cracked tooth, an abscess (a pocket of infection at the gum line), or a sinus condition and until you can see the dentist, you turn to home remedies to provide relief. In these situations, dental cover is imperative. For adults, you can turn to over-the-counter medicines, […]
When man didn’t have the luxury of using knives to cut and prepare his food and eating uncooked meat was a norm, chewing these tough, coarse foods required a broader jaw and strong molars. This is widely believed to be why our ancestors needed ‘wisdom teeth’, a third set of molars. Also, nowadays, with our […]
Gingivitis is essentially the beginning phases of gum disease. It is caused when plaque and bacteria build-up at the base of the tooth and start releasing toxins into the gum tissue. Thankfully, at this early stage, gingivitis is easily treatable and won’t leave any lasting damage. If left untreated though, gingivitis could progress to become […]
Everyone loves a sugary, ice cold glass of soda on a hot day. It’s refreshing, it’s sweet and in all honesty, it is a guilty pleasure. For the last few years, physicians have warned about the effects of sugary cold drinks on the body, with it being blamed for anything from diabetes to obesity. But […]
Ask any pregnant mom and she will tell you that her pregnancy took its toll on many parts of her body, but the most significant attack was on her pearly whites. Pregnancy is hard on the mouth, with many women suffering from morning sickness (which means constant vomiting and stomach acid attacking the teeth and […]
How can the condition of your mouth can help your physician identify whether or not you may be suffering from a certain illness? You can tell a whole lot about someone by the condition of their mouth. This might seem far-fetched, but there is actual research behind it. If you read our article titled “Is […]