• Gum Recession: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

    Gum Recession: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment

    For many people, oral care is all about their teeth, which they want to keep clean and shiny white, or about their breath, which they worry isn’t fresh. Gums can, unfortunately, be an afterthought, but they play a vital role by acting as a barrier against bacteria that causes disease, while also supporting your teeth

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  • Sedation Dentistry for Kids

    Sedation Dentistry for Kids

    For many, the prospect of undergoing certain dental procedures such as roots canals and wisdom tooth extractions, can be terrifying. Some others, however, find that even a routine checkup and cleaning can cause anxiety.

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  • Invisalign vs Metal Braces

    Invisalign vs Metal Braces

    In old movies and TV shows, braces were often portrayed as a right of passage for young people. Unfortunately, they were also frequently shown in a negative light or played for laughs. Over the years, however, they became an increasingly common sight, and even models, actors, and other celebrities were spotted proudly wearing them. 

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  • What is a Root Canal?

    What is a Root Canal?

    You have probably at least heard about root canals, and you may have unfortunately heard tales of how they are torturous experiences. This may be one of the reasons why many people suffer from dental anxiety and phobia, but the truth is that while a root canal might sound frightening, today’s technology means it is

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  • How Do You Know if You Have a Cavity?

    How Do You Know if You Have a Cavity?

    Your teeth are meant to last a lifetime and with proper care, they will. Unfortunately, your teeth are not immune to decay and even despite your best efforts, you may find a cavity forming. How do you know if you have a cavity and what can you do about it? Symptoms of Cavities Tooth decay

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  • Calgary Family Dentist: Finding the Right Dentist for Your Kids

    Calgary Family Dentist: Finding the Right Dentist for Your Kids

    Looking for a Family Dentist in Calgary When we think of dental care, we think most obviously of protecting our smile. Proper oral hygiene is important for so much more than just oral health, as studies have shown the link between our oral habits and our overall health. Your dentist is therefore doing more than

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  • Falling Asleep Without Brushing your Teeth: How Bad Is It?

    Falling Asleep Without Brushing your Teeth: How Bad Is It?

    Many of us have experienced those nights when we are watching TV, or perhaps reading a book, and finding ourselves warm and comfy, we begin to drift off. We know that we should get up, prepare ourselves for sleep, and head off to bed, but it is often simply too tempting to simply close our

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  • 10 Best Ways to Whiten your Teeth

    10 Best Ways to Whiten your Teeth

    Whiten your teeth at home with these helpful tips! When we see actors and models with their perfect white teeth, many of us wonder what we can do to improve our own smile. We’ll try whitening toothpastes, special toothbrushes, and home remedies to get pearly whites, but do any work? If you are looking to

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  • What is the Cure for the Common Cavity?

    What is the Cure for the Common Cavity?

    Tooth decay is a serious, and quite common issue. In fact, it is the second most widespread disease after the common cold, with 57% of kids and adults in Canada having, or having had, a cavity, and 96% of adults having a history of cavities. While cavities may be common, they should never be thought of as normal.

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  • Prebiotics: Not Just for a Healthy Gut 

    Prebiotics: Not Just for a Healthy Gut 

    The human body has a variety of microbiomes, the largest and second largest of which are in the gut and the oral cavity, respectively. These microbiomes do not function independently but are related in a complex manner. For example, oral bacteria responsible for tooth decay and periodontal disease might make their way into the digestive

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