Yearly Archives: 2016

The Truth About Chewing Gum and Dental Health

The Truth About Chewing Gum and Dental Health

We’ve all heard our parents and dentists telling us to lay off of candy to keep our teeth in the best possible condition, but did you know that not all of those treats are bad for your teeth? Contrary to popular belief, there are certain types of gum that can be beneficial to your teeth,…

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How to Relieve Braces Pain

How to Relieve Braces Pain

While the overwhelming majority of people are excited about the results that braces or Invisalign will produce (straight teeth become a picture perfect smile, and a lot less headache and hassle from misaligned bites going forward), the truth of the matter is you aren’t going to find too terribly many people that are excited about…

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How to Ease Your Fears about Dental Implant Surgery

How to Ease Your Fears about Dental Implant Surgery

Dental implant surgery procedures have come a long way. The ancient Mayans used to hammer pieces of shell into the mouths of those who had missing teeth. Today, the procedure is high-tech and very effective. It’s true that many people fear dental surgery. They worry about pain and the time that they’ll need to spend…

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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Tooth Pain?

What Are the Most Common Reasons for Tooth Pain?

Are your teeth causing you discomfort? If so, you should know that tooth pain is really quite common. According to the Canadian Health Measures Survey (CHMS), 12% of Canadians report ongoing pain in their mouths within the past 12 months. Seeing a dentist will be the best way to get the cause of your specific…

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