Nutrition and healthy teeth
While brushing and flossing are essential to a healthy smile, did you know that practicing a healthy nutrition will help with healthy teeth as well? Eating a variety of nutrient-rich foods from all the food groups promotes healthy teeth and gums. A balanced eating plan that includes fruits, vegetables, protein foods, grains and dairy provides […]
Do I need teeth straightening?
Not all of us are born with perfect aligned teeth. In an ideal world, all your teeth should be aligned properly, fit comfortably inside your mouth without any spaces or misalignment. However, this is not the case with most of us. This is commonly referred to as malocclusion. Other than the value of making your […]
10 Great Dental Hygiene Tips
Your personality is reflected on your face. While your eyes speak volumes about you, your mouth serves many functions like smiling, chewing, and speaking. It is a well-known fact that dental health is directly related to your overall body health. Your oral health can also affect your self-confidence such as yellow and uneven teeth, halitosis, […]
Is teeth whitening safe?
It is no secret that everyone wants whiter teeth. According to research conducted across 150 images of men and women, the pictures of people with white even smiles were preferred over others. Teeth whitening is therefore a multi-million-dollar industry in the quest for the ultimate Hollywood smile. There are a multitude of teeth whitening procedures […]
Why are my teeth yellow?
Do you look in the mirror and wonder why your teeth are yellow? You brush and floss everyday and yet your teeth look faded and yellow. Teeth whitening is a major industry catering to people insecure about their discoloured teeth. Luckily, yellow teeth are not a sign of a serious medical condition and if you […]
What is your New Year Dental Resolution?
2020 was a year like no other. Now that we are into a new year which holds promise of a better tomorrow, it is imperative that you set up a few dental goals for yourself. It is reported that around 80 percent of people fail to stick with their New Year’s resolution. Many of us make resolutions […]
What are wisdom teeth?
What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the third molars (back teeth) that usually come out in pairs during your late teens or early 20s. They are called wisdom teeth because they erupt (come out through the gums) late in life, long after the other teeth have erupted. It is believed that the jaws of […]
Taking care of teeth during the holiday season
The season to be jolly is almost upon us and so will the time to indulge in excess. Not only will all that eating, and drinking take a toll on your waistline, but it will also have a detrimental effect on your teeth. Here are a few tips to maintain your oral health this Christmas […]
Are electric toothbrushes better?
These days more and more people opt for electric toothbrushes. The oral health aisle in the supermarket is filled with various brands of electric toothbrushes, from single brushes to family packs that hold 3-4 brush heads. A few years ago, electric toothbrushes were a novelty and patients would switch to an electric toothbrush on the […]
How to keep your teeth white?
So, you have done a teeth whitening procedure at your local dentist or used a home whitening kit. The biggest issue you are now thinking about is how to keep them white and retain that bright smile? While it is easy to turn your teeth white, you need to ensure you follow some tips that […]
