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Are Electric Toothbrushes Worth It for Me?
On average, Americans only spend 45 seconds brushing their teeth every day. It is recommended by dental health professionals to brush for about two minutes. Using electric toothbrushes can help solve this problem as well as many others that Americans encounter while...
Why You Should Avoid These 10 Bad Foods for Your Teeth
Did you know that 26% of adults ages 20 to 64 have untreated tooth decay due to eating food that is bad for their teeth? Tooth decay can affect anyone, no matter their age. The bacteria that feed on the sugars in your diet cause plaque, leading to cavities. We...
8 Signs You Need Your Wisdom Teeth Removed
About 5 million Americans go through wisdom teeth removal services each year. You may have heard a similar statistic before, but did you know 2 out of 3 of those surgeries are unnecessary? So, what gives? Why are so many people getting their wisdom teeth removed if...
10 Dental Hygiene Tips For Healthy Teeth & Gums
Some species of sharks are lucky enough to enjoy over 50,000 teeth throughout their lives. As human adults, we have to make do with only 32! As you'd expect, we have to care for, clean, and covet those 32 teeth or face permanent consequences. So, how can you ensure...
7 Common Dental Problems & How To Treat Them
Did you know that limiting your sugar intake now could pay off for the rest of your life? That's because sugar intake increases the chances of suffering tooth decay and cavities. Decay and cavities may be the least of your worries if you're...
The Invisalign™ Process: 3 Steps To A Beautiful Smile
Many of us would like to enhance our smile and improve the way our teeth look. We might have crowded teeth or just a single rotated tooth. Today with Invisalign™ treatment teeth can be straightened without the need for traditional wire and braces. Invisalign™ is...
Dental Caries
Dental caries, also known as “cavities” affect many Canadians throughout their life time. Caries are calculated by keeping note of the DMFT (decayed, missing or filled permanent teeth). In Canada the DMFT of 12-19 year olds is 2.49, meaning about 2-3 teeth are...
Dental Care for Children
Your child's oral hygiene is an important part of their overall health. The care of your child's teeth and gums begins with you! Young children are very susceptible to oral diseases, many of which can be prevented. One example of a preventable disease among children...