Correct denture care is essential to keep your dentures both looking great and functioning at their best. Keeping your dentures in good shape goes beyond the aesthetics; it also helps to prevent your dentures from causing sore and bleeding gums. Looking after your teeth, both real and artificial is an essential part of any dental
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How to Control the Buildup of Plaque Maybe it seems like an inconvenience to go to the dentist to have your teeth cleaned since you already brush them, but dental cleanings get down deeper than just brushing. Plaque buildup can be a contributing factor to bleeding gums and gum disease. Good dental hygiene is one of
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With hundreds of options on the market when it comes to the different kinds of toothpaste, selecting the right product for your oral health may seem like an overwhelming task. In the toothpaste aisle, you might just be tempted to choose the cheapest option and then head for the register. However, purchasing a toothpaste shouldn’t
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The ADA recommends brushing your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for at least two minutes. Brushing helps remove plaque and food stuck in your teeth. However, plaque tends to also accumulate in places between the teeth, and brushing may not be enough to remove these. You can avoid gingivitis that may progress into periodontitis by
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We all know that nail-biting, chronic tobacco use, and overeating fall into the “bad habit” category. But did you know that they also damage your teeth? And they aren’t the only bad teeth habits you need to watch out for. Other examples include chewing ice and using your teeth to open food packaging. Children who suck
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Dental emergencies are different from regular dental check-ups. While you need to see your dentist twice a year for cleanings, x-rays, and so forth, dental emergencies are unexpected. But what counts as emergency dentistry? How do you know whether to wait or call your dentist immediately? Here are some instances that you need to consider a dental
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When you’re dealing with dental pain, you just want it to stop. Pulling teeth often seems like the quickest, easiest option. With advances in medical technology and understanding though, saving teeth is more possible than ever. In recent years, the Canadian Dental Association reports that the number of adults with no natural teeth has reduced by almost
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Coffee is like a magic pill to some people because it gives them an instant energy boost. However, it has the opposite effect on your teeth. As an energy drink, coffee can make you feel motivated and even happy. Unfortunately, coffee affects your teeth. Below are the damaging effects of coffee. Tooth Stain The tannins in
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Do you work hard to maintain good oral health? If so, you’re certainly not alone. After all, keeping your smile looking healthy and beautiful is important. But it’s also easier said than done. That’s because it takes discipline and effort to keep your smile white and bright. One of the things most people take for granted
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Most people have no problem brushing their teeth twice daily. But when it comes to flossing, only 28% of Canadians floss five times per week. The problem with this is that flossing is just as important as brushing. If you’d like to have clean, healthy teeth that will last a lifetime, you need to develop good flossing
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