We hear a lot about fluoride – it’s in most toothpastes, and can even be found in the water we drink. Fluoride is converted from the element fluorine, which can be found within plants, soil, fresh water, sea water, the air we breathe and many foods. Needless to say, fluorine comprises much of the nature…
Teeth whitening is more accessible than ever. There are endless over-the-counter systems including strips, trays and toothpastes that make the ease of getting a bright white smile pretty tempting. But how much is too much? While the appearance of a glowing hollywood smile can insinuate you have healthy teeth, the truth is, serious damage can…
With the holidays right around the corner, deliciously tantalizing sweets are going to be popping up left and right. After a weekend of trick or treating, we will be spending the next few weeks polishing off halloween candy just in time for Thanksgiving and Christmas to arrive. The holidays are filled with tradition, and that…
Nitrous oxide, commonly known as laughing gas, has been used in the dental field for hundreds of years– yes, really. That being said, it’s highly trusted and very effective for making patients feel at ease during dental procedures. Nitrous oxide sedation does not actually put you to sleep, but you could compare it to the…
Nowadays, we live in a world of easy access– if we want something, we can typically order it and have it in hand pretty quickly. While mail order may be fine for clothes, decor and nik naks we find on Amazon, did we take it one step too far with DIY at-home aligners? Well, let’s…
When you imagine the typical dental visit, you likely picture the dentist and their sidekick to the left and right of the dental chair. That sidekick, officially recognized as your dental hygienist, truly makes up the soul of the practice– they help things run smoothly with compassion, while keeping things calm and collected. Hygienists are…
Have you noticed that your jaw feels a bit more sensitive lately? – or maybe you’re experiencing frequent headaches, which never seemed to be a problem in the past… if this is the case for you, it may be related to a condition called bruxism. Simply put, bruxism is a condition that occurs when…
For a child, brushing their teeth regularly is one of the first big responsibilities they are going to have to learn. Teeth brushing can feel like a big undertaking for both the parent and the child. For many parents, they find that their little one is scared to brush their teeth – ultimately resulting in…
If you’ve made your way to this blog, you likely fit into one of two categories. Perhaps you have heard about wisdom teeth and want to learn a little more – or you’re experiencing some tooth sensitivity and want to determine if those pesky wisdom teeth are at the root of the problem. While it’s…
We all have that favorite white jacket, backpack or pair of shoes that are so easy to stain – all it takes is one accident, so we protect it with our life! So, why don’t we use this same caution with our teeth? While our smile is the first thing people see every day, we…