Brushing and flossing daily may seem like it’s enough for you to keep your pearly whites nice and clean. However, it’s important and crucial to visit our dentist for regular teeth cleanings. So how often do you need your teeth to be cleaned? Regular Visits We get it – going to the dentist can be…
Denture care is just as important as caring for real teeth. It keeps them fitting properly and lasting longer. When first getting dentures, talk with your dentist to see what he or she recommends to do to care for your new teeth. Below are four tips to keep your dentures in tip-top shape. Brushing correctly…
There are different variations of mouth guards, just like most other things in today’s society. However, custom-fitted mouth and night guards are made of flexible plastic, molded to fit the unique shape of each of your individual teeth. The basics Night guards are meant to help patients who clench or grind their teeth at night,…
We all have that friend who is an avid mouthwash user, and you can’t help but to stop and think, “Why?” If you brush and floss daily (we hope you do), then using mouthwash may seem like an unnecessary, extra step. So does it really help? Types of Mouthwash Where most people go wrong with…
Do you know that person who cleans your teeth before you visit with the dentist? That is your dental hygienist. However, people often forget the importance the dental hygienist plays in your routine dental check. Most people assume that if they have no reason to visit the dentist him/herself, then there is no need to…
Okay let’s face it – sometimes all the toothpaste and mouthwash in the world just won’t get rid of that halitosis. Halitosis is the technical term for “bad breath”. Luckily, if you have found yourself with a case of stubborn bad breath, it doesn’t necessarily mean you have poor hygiene. Here are some of the…
The time has come. Your child’s teeth have made their way through their gums and they’re ready to be brushed. You’re afraid this won’t be a pleasurable experience. More than likely your child won’t like it and they will resist you, causing you to chase them around for a total of 45 minutes with a…