WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL AFTERCARE: PART 1

WISDOM TOOTH REMOVAL AFTERCARE: PART 1

Wisdom tooth removal is a right of passage that many teens and young adults must go through, though it isn’t the most fun transition into adulthood. In fact, many people dread wisdom tooth extractions, partly due to the anesthesia, and partially because of the...
TIPS FOR PREVENTING ORAL CANCER

TIPS FOR PREVENTING ORAL CANCER

Oral cancer is a serious disease that affects many people across the globe, particularly cigarette smokers and people with a family history of cancer. Though there is a genetic factor involved, there are several things you can do to prevent the development of oral...
HOW TO TALK TO YOUR CHILD ABOUT THE DENTIST

HOW TO TALK TO YOUR CHILD ABOUT THE DENTIST

Talking to your child about the dentist, doctor, or any other medical profession isn’t always easy, as children have very vivid imaginations that can develop into fears if concepts are not explained in a way they understand. Because of this, parents often find...
CEREC® CROWNS VS. TRADITIONAL DENTAL CROWNS

CEREC® CROWNS VS. TRADITIONAL DENTAL CROWNS

Dental crowns have been used for decades as a way to protect and restore damaged teeth, rather than extracting them altogether. They offer reinforcement for cracked or broken teeth, and they are always used to “cap” teeth that have undergone root canal treatment for...
GOT GINGIVITIS? HERE’S WHAT TO DO

GOT GINGIVITIS? HERE’S WHAT TO DO

Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease, which can progress into periodontitis (periodontal disease) if it goes untreated by your family dentist. However, it’s not all bad news if you start to notice the signs and symptoms of gingivitis — in fact, many...