Many people struggle with anxiety or fear around dentistry. As someone who personally struggles with anxiety, I understand that it’s not something that is easy to overcome.  Even coming in to a dental clinic can be difficult for some people. This anxiety can come from past negative experiences or many other factors. Our overall goal

Dentistry has undergone many advances in the last 50 years. One of the most significant aspects of its advance can be attributed to the use of magnification and additional light sources. When I started practicing nearly 26 years ago, the number of practitioners using magnification loops was small. When I started using magnification loops with

       Fall isn’t just for big comfy sweaters and pumpkin spice everything; it is also for dental hygiene appreciation month! So lets talk about why having regular dental hygiene therapy is so important to maintain optimal oral health. Prevention is cheaper in the long run. Having regular hygiene appointments not only keep the

We all know the importance of washing our hands in order to keep viruses and germs at bay.  This practice will help to keep our bodies healthy. There is also evidence that brushing and flossing our teeth and gums on a regular basis will keep our mouth healthy. Brushing is important to keep the bacteria that causes

  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