One of the Most Powerful Allies in Keeping Teeth Healthy When thinking about oral health, most people focus on brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits. Yet, one of the most powerful allies in keeping your teeth healthy is saliva – the natural moisture your mouth constantly produces. Saliva may not get much attention, but it […]

People everywhere are realizing that dental implants are one of the best choices for restoring missing or damaged teeth. If you understand why your dentist may suggest this option, you’ll be better prepared for the conversation and make better decisions about their suggestion. In this article you’ll learn why your dentist would suggest implants, and […]

If you are have loose teeth, pain when you bite, or your back gums are getting smaller, you probably have an oral health causing bone loss in the jaw. It’s not always easy to immediately know why this bone loss is happening but there are some common causes and ways to avoid it that we cover […]

There could be several reasons why you are feeling pain or having problems chewing your food. In the following, we explain the reasons and how to solve them. Chewing is an essential bodily function that helps us break down food but when you’re having problems chewing properly or experiencing pain, it can put a damper […]

Approximately 10 percent of adults unconsciously grind their teeth while they sleep and approximately one in three adults do when they’re awake. The medical term for this tendency: bruxism. Do you frequently grind your teeth during the day? If so, read on to find out why, and what you can to do to fix the […]

In February of every year we’re reminded that our heart deserves our special attention, and now, with heart disease being the leading cause of death in Canada there’s no better time to talk about the health of your mouth and it’s connection to the health of your heart. This highly preventable disease is not only […]

In this article we cover the reasons dentures can start to get loose and explore several dental solutions and self-help strategies to regain a secure fit and experience better comfort. Over Time Dentures Tend to Become Loose Many denture wearers experience the feeling of their dentures becoming loose. When this starts happening it can start […]

Are you worried about bad breath? Do you have a persistent bad taste in your mouth? Does it feel like other people might be avoiding you when you speak? We all have bad breath every now and then, especially if we eat certain foods, but sometimes bad breath can be a problem that requires special […]

Oftentimes our dental patients that are suffering from TMJ joint disorders, ask us if the symptoms and headaches will go away on their own. This is a question that frequently comes up at our practice from patients that have been referred to us to have their headaches and TMJ symptoms assessed. The short answer is […]

Facial pain around the jawbone joints is unfortunately common but can be managed with the help of a TMJ specialist and some simple exercises. If you have TMJ symptoms you should see your dentist, but you can use the techniques in this article to help alleviate some of the pain and discomfort. The jawbone joint, […]

You may have heard of bone resorption and are wondering what it is. Bone resorption is like our body’s recycling service for our bones. Special cells called osteoclasts, break down old bone and release important nutrients into our bloodstream. Understanding The Biological Process Your Bones Are Always Changing Our bones are a lot like a […]

This article covers the dangers of not treating cracked teeth, how they get cracked and when you should considering seeing the dentist. It’s a familiar story for a lot of people that visit the dentist: their teeth hurt when they bite into something, or they can see that they have a tiny crack in one of […]