Nighttime grinding of teeth is extremely common. Your Kitchener-Waterloo Dentist is trained to diagnose this habit (also known as bruxism or bruxing). Unfortunately, many patients are in disbelief when their Family Dentist suggests they are grinding their teeth. This is reasonable given that bruxing occurs predominantly during sleep when people would be unaware of any …
Many of our patients commonly ask us about fighting off stubborn tooth stains. Stain can tarnish a natural and beautiful smile. Luckily, dental cleanings can eliminate tenacious stains. But, there are also ways that you can tame stain accumulation by making a few adjustments in your daily routine. The less often you need a professional …
This Kitchener Dentist has been hearing lots of great things about the continued development of dental probiotics so I thought I’d put it all together in an article, today. A probiotic is a food or dietary supplement containing live microorganisms that improve overall health. The mouth is a home to millions of bacteria, some beneficial …
Patients who smoke are aware of the health consequences. Contrary to what many people believe, smokers are concerned about their health and seek information about how it may be affecting their teeth. At least once a month, a patient who smokes will ask me about the effects that the habit may be having in their …
Hydroxyapatite (high-drox-ee-ah-pah-tight) is the main building block in tooth enamel and dentin. Hydroxyapatite toothpastes deliver this main ingredient to your teeth to help them strengthen and remineralize on a daily basis. This can help to prevent dental cavities, or tooth decay. Fluoridated toothpastes like Colgate and Crest have long been considered the “Gold Standard” in …
Electric toothbrushes gain in popularity each year. People feel that electric brushes get their teeth cleaner when compared to manual brushes. But, is this true? Are there dangers associated with using an electric brush and which type is best? Read on for some very helpful answers regarding electric toothbrushes! Is an Electric Toothbrush better than …
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Why is tooth extraction necessary? Your Kitchener Dentist may recommend tooth removal for a number of reasons. In most cases, the Dentist will discuss dental extraction of a tooth that can put your health at risk or when the tooth is not likely to last for much longer. Here are some of the reasons why …
How do Dental Braces work? Dental Braces apply pressure to teeth to induce movement. The system includes metal brackets that bond to each tooth and a thin metal arch wire that connects to each bracket. The teeth gradually move to conform to the natural curve of the arch wire. Your Kitchener Dentist or Orthodontist can …
If you suffer through recurrent canker sores (or “aphthous ulcers”), you know just how painful they can be. Canker sores are a very common oral condition and affect the majority of the population from time to time. For some individuals, the frequency of developing canker sores is very high and affects their quality of life. …
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