You brush twice a day and you floss after meals, good job but you still need professional teeth cleaning every 6 months just in case you may have missed a spot. When plaque turns to tartar only your hygienist can remove it. If you don’t have your teeth cleaned on a regular basis the tartar [...]
Sometimes we need advice even when it comes to what may be considered the simplest of tasks. If you know the look that you would like to create in your home for instance, but you’re decorating skills are lacking you would go to a professional for advice. Or, if you see a haircut that you [...]
Chronic bad breath can actually affect your self-confidence and the ability to perform in the workplace or carry on an active social life. It’s hard to be yourself when you’re constantly worried about offending others. It could be a matter of diet or it could be something more but if you suffer from frequent bouts [...]
The association between oral health and type 2 diabetes has been well established. Dentists are alert to the signals that may indicate an interaction. If there are signs of gum disease along with the presence of tooth decay it may indicate an underlying theme of symptoms. If he suspects a correlation the dentist will recommend [...]
Tooth enamel is the protective coating that makes up the outer layer of your teeth. There is no stronger substance in the human body than tooth enamel but it is not indestructible, it can be chipped away, broken or worn down over time. Because it is so durable tooth enamel can take a lot of [...]