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What Are the Causes and Signs of Tooth Enamel Erosion?
Enamel is the outer covering found in every tooth. It covers the part of the tooth that is visible above the gums. Although it is very thin and translucent, enamel is the hardest tissue in the human body. It also protects your teeth from years of crunching, chewing, grinding, and biting. Despite enamel being the…
Read MoreStress and Oral Health: How It Compromises Your Smile
When it comes to habits that compromise people’s oral health, most will associate smoking, sweet addiction, or poor dental hygiene as the primary culprits behind an unhealthy smile. But a person’s mental state can also affect your smile, but it goes way deeper than turning lips into frowns. Stress can cause one to reach a…
Read MoreHow Your General Dentist Can Eliminate TMJ Chronic Pain
Chronic pain associated with Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) is expected. The Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons says that temporomandibular joint disorders affect 25-30 percent of the population. Some of its symptoms are headache, pain in the face, neck, or behind the eyes, stuffy ears, numbness in the fingers or arms, snoring or sleep…
Read MoreUnderstanding Dry Mouth: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Did you know that about 10% of the general population and 25% of older people have dry mouth syndrome? A dry mouth, also known as xerostomia (zeer-oh-stoh-mee-ah), is a condition where your salivary glands don’t make enough saliva, resulting in a dry mouth. A number of things may cause this condition. If you are curious…
Read MoreDental Fistula: Causes, Systems, Treatment, and Prevention
There are various technical jargons that you may already hear from dental professionals. One of these terms is a dental fistula. Several factors can cause it, and when not given proper dental attention, dental fistula can lead to even worse conditions. What Is Dental Fistula? A dental fistula refers to a new and abnormal pathway…
Read MoreAre Dental Implants Painful?
Have you thought about getting an implant for one or more of your missing teeth? That is understandable. Everyone wants to have that great smile and this is possible. Your smile affects you how feel about yourself. It affects your confidence and self-esteem. If you are missing one or more teeth, it is understandable that…
Read MoreHow to Find a Good Dentist – What to Look For?
If you need dental work done, it’s important for you to find a dentist who can provide the type of care you want and need. A certified dentist with experience as well as compassion is incredibly valuable when you are hoping to get some work done on your teeth: Find a Dentist That Listens A…
Read MoreBenefits of Wearing a Night Mouth Guard
There are many different dental devices available to treat various teeth, jaw, and sleep issues. Dental mouth guards, also known as night guards, mouth guards, bite plates, or splints, are ready-made or custom-fit appliances that you wear while sleeping. They are recommended for issues like teeth grinding, clenching, snoring, sleep apnea issues, and oral muscle…
Read MoreWhat is Periodontal (Gum) Disease?
You must have heard your dentist say that if you don’t follow a proper oral hygiene routine or if you binge eat on sugary and acidic foods, you will develop dental cavities and periodontal disease. Do you know what the term “periodontal disease” mean? In the simplest form, periodontal disease is nothing but gum disease. But what actually happens…
Read MoreAre You Looking For Metal-Free Restorations in Edmonton?
Our Dental office always has your dental and overall health in mind and only offers high quality materials for all dental treatment. We have carefully chosen our products with respect to the health and safety of our patients, dental team, and the environment. When you have a tooth that needs to be repaired, metal-free restorations are the…
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