Many people wake up in the morning, brush their teeth, and head off to work. While they may think this is a great way to keep your gums healthy, they are sadly mistaken. Many people follow the rule of brushing their teeth twice a day but forget that a toothbrush cannot clean every single crevice […]
Can you brush your teeth too hard? Brushing your teeth twice per day is important to keeping your teeth clean and healthy. But did you know that it’s possible to brush your teeth too hard? Too much pressure when you’re brushing can lead to damage of your gums, which cannot be reversed without surgery. Read […]
Do we need to floss? There are many different opinions about flossing and its effects on our teeth. In fact a study was done on the effects of flossing and brushing your teeth from 1-3 months. You can detect bleeding gums in a few months, but cavities take more time. We know the effectiveness of […]
What is a root canal? A root canal is one of the methods to save an infected tooth and relieve tooth pain. A root canal involves removing the infected pulp and nerve inside the tooth and filling the canals with a rubber-like material (Gutta-percha) to seal the entire inner canal of the tooth. After a […]
Dental X-rays are a vital part of a bi-annual cleaning and exam. They are used to diagnose cavities or infections that may not be visible to the naked eye between teeth or under the gums. They can also be used to identify the number, position and size of teeth and their roots. Types of […]
What is a bone graft? A bone graft is a dental procedure that is used when there is significant bone loss within the jaw. Significant bone loss can affect both your neighboring teeth, future implants, and even your face structure over time. For this reason, a bone graft is recommended to patients with severe bone […]
One of the most vital parts of good oral health practices is brushing your teeth twice a day. Now, brushing plays a key role in maintaining good oral hygiene but the toothpaste you use also impacts your oral hygiene. Toothpaste is used as an abrasive to help remove light surface stains on teeth and […]
What is a sinus lift? A sinus lift is a surgical procedure that adds bone to the upper jaw where the sinuses are located. There are different types of sinus lifts, direct or indirect (horizontal or vertical). A direct sinus lift (also known as the horizontal approach) involves approaaching the sinus from the outer region […]
While it can be hard to tell the difference between a regular tooth and a crown, it can be even harder to tell the difference amongst different types of crowns. Some may not even know that there is a difference. But there are a few key differences between a crown and an implant crown. So, […]
While both are dentists, general dentists and specialists usually have different goals and focuses. Like the titles suggest, one focuses more on a broader range of procedures while the other focuses on a specific field within dentistry. General dentists’ procedures range from simple check ups to more complex cases like surgeries, extractions, and root […]
