In years past, many children and teenagers looked at their teeth with apprehension about the potential of getting braces, as there was a negative stigma associated with them. Fortunately, in more recent years, braces have even become somewhat “cool,” having shed their negative image.
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Most of us realize that flossing is an important part of our dental care and yet it is often overlooked. One of the things that your dentist will ask you with every dental exam is “are you flossing?”
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Although cavities are largely preventable, 96% of adults have a history of cavities. The average number of teeth affected by decay in those aged 6-19 is 2.5. Untreated cavities can lead to more serious issues over time, including root canal or tooth loss. Knowing when you have a cavity is important to prevent it from
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What is Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)? Most of us take simple things like chewing, speaking, or simply being able to open our mouths for granted. Most of the time, we don’t think about what is involved in these activities until something goes wrong and makes them difficult or painful. Among the most complex joints in the
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Dentist Toothbrush Review 2021 When it comes to toothbrushes, there is certainly no shortage of options. While it may have once been a simple decision between hard, medium, and soft bristles, there are now many types of toothbrushes available, with ergonomic handles, bamboo or plastic handles, and bristles that are at odd angles or infused
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Wisdom Tooth Pain Every year, millions of people have their wisdom teeth extracted. In fact, nearly 85% of people will have their wisdom teeth removed during their lifetime. For some people, it may be that their wisdom teeth are not growing in correctly. An impacted wisdom tooth is one that is stuck below the surface
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How to choose a Calgary Family Dentist You wouldn’t settle for less than the best when it comes to your health, would you? You want a doctor who knows what he or she is doing and will provide the best possible care. It only makes sense to hold your family dentist to the same standard,
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Prevent your Teeth from Staining Yellow Everyone wants to have white, healthy-looking teeth, but age, the foods we eat, and the beverages we consume all conspire to dull our smile and stain our teeth. In truth, teeth are not naturally a perfect white to begin with; the enamel on the surface of our teeth is
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Although we have now spent many months dealing with COVID and the changes it has wrought in our lives, it is hard to say we are used to it. People still have concerns and questions, so you may be wondering is it safe to visit your dentist during COVID?
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The human body has a variety of microbiomes, the largest and second largest being the gut and oral cavity, respectively. These microbiomes exist in a complex relationship with one another. The bacteria that cause gum disease and tooth decay, for example, may travel to the gut microbiome and affect change there. Since our overall
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