Dental Floss: The Dos, Don’ts And Everything In Between
Dental floss is something everyone knows of but understanding why it’s important and which option is best is key to better oral health. There are several types of flossing options, all with...
Mouth Ulcers – Everything Covered
A mouth ulcer (also called canker sores, or an aphthous ulcer) is a small, painful blister inside your mouth. But there is more than one type of mouth ulcer...
Cold Sores – A Guide to Help
This common viral infection is an outbreak of small, fluid-filled blisters on/near your lips, often clustered together in spots. When the blisters heal, they leave behind a scab that can...
What Is Covered In A Regular Dental Check-Up?
A general check-up and tooth clean is usually what you will visit the dentist as your regular visit. Dental check-ups are important for oral health, ensuring that any arising issues are caught early. This can also save you money...
Why am I All of a Sudden Getting Cavities?
Are you suddenly getting cavities when you’ve never had them before – I bet you also find yourself wondering, “why?”.Dental cavities are most commonly the result of tooth decay, so if you happen to find yourself suddenly getting cavities, you need to reassess both your diet and...
Reversing Tooth Decay and Healing Cavities Naturally
Can cavities really heal on their own? In simple terms, the answer is “yes” in the early stages. If you have model oral settings, including the proper pH levels, the minerals you consume, such as calcium and phosphorus, are deposited onto your teeth from your...
Foods that Heal Cavities and Foods that Don’t
According to traditional Dentistry, there’s only one way to treat a cavity – with a drill and a filling. However, our teeth were actually designed to heal themselves – it makes sense considering we are able to have the same set of teeth for our entire life. So, is there a way...
What is Burning Mouth Syndrome?
Burning Mouth Syndrome usually affects your tongue, but possibly also your lips, the roof of your mouth, or between your lips and gums. It is described as a burning, scalding, tingling feeling that lasts anywhere from a few months up to a few years....
What Makes a Great Toothbrush?
The best thing you can do for your mouth is clean in between your teeth. Whatever that takes – floss, interdental brushes, or most importantly, the right toothbrush. However, this cleaning must be done gently, because the connection of the gum to the tooth is...
What is a Professional Dental Clean?
A professional dental clean is a procedure undertaken by your dentist or dental hygienist in which they use professional equipment to rid your teeth and gums of plaque and tartar build up. It is important to visit your dentist for a cleaning at least...