Why is your tooth wearing away? Dental erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth enamel caused by acids in the mouth. It occurs in populations across the globe and affects people of all ages. Dietary habits, conditions such as bulimia, and poor oral care can all lead to tooth erosion. Erosion caused by a […]

With dental emergencies, the best thing to do is to try and avoid them! For the most part, regular check-ups and timely treatment do this for us. However, dental emergencies will occur. We all know that accidents happen, and so do dental emergencies. Either we have had a dental emergency ourselves or know someone that

  As we age, or become a caregiver to those who raised us, we see greater changes in teeth and gums. These changes require more care, rather than less.  As well, older adults have greater challenges with: Missing teeth Heavily restored teeth Higher rates of gum/periodontal disease Very high rates of tooth decay Higher rates

  Here is part 2 of my sleep blog.  I hope you enjoy it and find some information that helps you achieve a great sleep more regularly. As I mentioned in the last blog, Dr Matthew Walker’s book, “Why we sleep: the new science of sleep and dreams” is an excellent book that much of

  Oral hygiene and the use of interdental aids are pivotal for the preservation of oral health. The accumulation of Bio-film, plaque, and calculus are still considered the leading cause of gingivitis, with the potential to lead to an onset of periodontal disease (Gum and bone disease). Since soft plaque begins to harden on the

  Sleep is critical to our health, along with physical and mental wellbeing.  There has been research done about sleep apnea and its effect on general health.  It is critical to have this diagnosed and treated if you are suffering from it.  Sleep apnea also has a negative impact on dental health.  Some of the

Is anyone feeling stressed these days? What exactly is stress? One definition that I found is, “Stress is the body’s reaction to any change that requires an adjustment or response.  Further, the body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and emotional responses.  Stress is a normal part of life”. In terms of how stress

  Good day everyone! Hope everyone is excited for another summer in the mountains. With summer comes heat, and with heat, comes the increased consumption of carbonated and sugary drinks. When we are thirsty, over 50% of us reach for a cold soda. Regularly drinking these tempting cold treats is correlated with increased risk of

Although poor oral hygiene or an overgrowth of natural bacteria in the mouth is the main cause of bad breath, it isn’t the only cause. Several other conditions can be linked to having less desirable breath. Let’s touch on a few things that could be causing your partner or friends to complain about your breath!

Some of us have been lucky enough to have never experienced having a dental filling. However, a large majority of us have had a filling placed in our mouths at one time or another. A filling, as the name suggests, fills something up. In dentistry, we may place a filling into a tooth if there