What is Open Mouth Posture?
What is Open Mouth Posture? When your mouth is not in use for the behaviours of eating, drinking, or speaking, there is a certain way that the mouth and lips should rest. If the mouth and lips instead begin to create irregular shapes and cause development issues to the mouth, lips, and jaw area, an […]
Should My Child Get Teeth Sealants?
Should My Child Get Teeth Sealants? As a parent taking your child to the dentist or dental hygienist, you’ve probably heard the term “sealant” or “preventative sealants” being thrown around. You’ve probably gathered some loose information about what they are and why they can be beneficial for your child. Here are all the facts about […]
When To Start Worrying About Snoring
When To Start Worrying About Snoring Snoring is caused by blockage or obstruction of air as it passes through the back of the mouth and into the throat. The opening and closing of the air passage causes a vibration in the throat tissues that results in the sound known as snoring. The volume and frequency […]
How To Make Your Oral Hygiene Routine Environmentally Friendly
How To Make Your Oral Hygiene Routine Environmentally Friendly The world creates 3.5 million tons of waste per day. This means that completely avoidable substances like plastic are being tossed away to sit in landfills for years. By making a few changes to our lifestyle, we can help decrease this waste production. Here are a […]
Dental Care Tips For People With Braces and Retainers
Dental Care Tips For People With Braces and Retainers Braces, wires, springs, and rubber bands all attract food and plaque to the mouth. This is why it is extremely important to take extra time cleaning your teeth when you have braces. If food and plaque is not removed and cleaned, chances of getting cavities, gingivitis, […]
How To Encourage Your Kids To Brush Their Teeth
How To Encourage Your Kids To Brush Their Teeth When you have children with difficult attitudes towards brushing their teeth, getting ready for bed can be a nightmare. Teaching your child to brush their teeth and getting them to actually do it is made all the more difficult when they’re fussy, resistant, and downright difficult. […]
4 Facts About Oral Cancer
4 Facts About Oral Cancer Oral cancer is a cancer of the mouth. It is a particularly dangerous cancer that starts in the cells that line your mouth and throat area. There are many different causes of oral cancer (smoking, drinking, HPV, etc.) but regardless of the cause, if oral cancer can be fatal if […]
What is Tooth Enamel and How Do I Protect It?
What is Tooth Enamel and How Do I Protect It? Tooth enamel is the strongest substance in your body. It is the semi-clear, hard, and durable outer layer of your teeth that protects from daily wear and tear. Your tooth enamel is responsible for not feeling extreme hot or cold from food or drinks, fends […]
What is Ankyloglossia (Tongue-tie)?
What is Ankyloglossia (Tongue-tie)? Anakyloglossia, or more commonly known as Tongue-tie, is a condition that restricts tongue range of motion. Babies are born with this condition; it cannot develop overtime. Tongue-tie presents itself as an unusually short, thick, or tight band of tissue at the bottom of the tongue’s tip to the floor of the […]
Top Tips To Make Your Smile Great
Top Tips To Make Your Smile Great Do you want to take better care of your oral hygiene when you’re at home? Wouldn’t you like to care for your own teeth throughout the whole year? Continue reading to learn the top tips about dental care. Medication is often a culprit of dry mouth and halitosis. […]