Don’t Leave It Out to Dry: Dry Socket Prevention
If you are intending to get an extraction soon, it’s best to know what to expect after the treatment. Of course, your dentist or oral surgeon will take the best …
Give Your Gums A Gentle Go: Periodontitis Causes and Treatments
When people think of dental health care, teeth get all the attention. But your dental hygiene involves more than just your teeth – your gums are also incredibly …
Teeth Have Feelings Too: Teeth Sensitivity
What Causes Teeth Sensitivity? The first outer layer of teeth is enamel which is white and hard, encasing the second inner layer called dentin. Dentin is …
Flash (Electric) vs Superman(ual): The Superhero Dental Journey
It’s the age-old question dentists hear all too often: are electric toothbrushes really better than manual toothbrushes? Funnily enough, this question is …
I Smell Trouble: Airway Health & Facial Development
The health of the airway plays a crucial role in the development of the structure of the dental arches, jaws, and ultimately the structure of the face. Airway …
A Father’s Day Dental Special
Dads are epic. You know you're secretly chuckling inside after an incredibly lame dad joke. And you know exactly who to turn to when you're in deep trouble …
Don’t Choke on Your Ambitions: Gagging in the Dental Surgery
Going to the dentist can be daunting but it's a lot worse for people with a hypersensitive gag reflex. It can make short appointments uncomfortable and long …
Herbs and Gingival Health
In the past, we've detailed how essential oils are great for oral health. But there are also a whole range of herbs that contribute to the well-being of your …
Search for Wisdom: Wisdom Teeth Removal
Back in the 17th Century, wisdom teeth were named thus because they appeared in adulthood, therefore (theoretically) when one gained wisdom. This is a nice …
Menopause and Oral Health
There are so many different phases in a woman's life: pre-puberty in childhood, puberty in adolescence, menses and pregnancy in adulthood and mid-life. …