Pregnant women’s mouths undergo changes due to hormonal fluctuations associated with carrying a baby, and this can lead to more cavities and other dental problems. When you consider all the other changes a woman’s body experiences during pregnancy, it’s easy to overlook what’s happening to your teeth. Here’s a breakdown of each trimester and whatRead more
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Summer is finally here and we can finally enjoy it this year. As temperatures rise many of you will drop a lemon wedge into your glass of water to make a refreshing drink. It’s delicious. However, this citric fruit has the potential to damage your teeth, so there are some important things I’d like youRead more
Between coffee and wine stains, teeth grinding from stress, and even gravity – our teeth endure a lot. By the time you reach your late 30s or 40s, you may start to notice a change in your teeth. We all know that we start with a set of small baby teeth, and we lose themRead more
I’m often asked about teeth whitening and what option is best, and the answer depends specifically on how quickly you’d like to transform your smile (and the amount of money you’d like to spend). There are a number of techniques available which I’ll detail below: Over the Counter Whitening Strips: Over-the-counter (OTC) whitening systems,Read more
There is much research to prove that patients with periodontal disease are at increased risk of many health complications, such as stroke, diabetes, heart disease, low-birthweight babies and even dementia. Now, a new study from the European Federation of Periodontology (EFP) published on February 3rd, 2021 suggests that there is a correlation between periodontal diseaseRead more
It’s not one of life’s big questions, but I’m occasionally asked this by my patients. Believe it or not, the order of brushing and flossing can make a difference in your oral health. A 2018 study found that it’s better to floss your teeth before brushing because it allows for the most thorough removal ofRead more
Did you know that what you drink also impacts your oral health? Some beverages can help support happy healthy teeth, while others can work against you. What Drinks Can be Harmful to Your Teeth? Citrus Beverages Contain high acid levels that are harmful to your tooth enamel Increases risk of tooth erosion Often have additionalRead more
Water consumption is crucial to our overall health. Drinking water prevents dehydration and flushes toxins out of the body. But did you know that your child gets more health benefits from tap water than from bottled water? Why? The answer is simple, fluoride. Fluoride has proven benefits for oral health. It is a naturalRead more
Teething Between three and nine months of age, a baby’s teeth start to come in. Most children will not get their full set of teeth until around age three. Some babies display little to no discomfort while teething while others may have moderate to sever symptoms. The common symptoms are: Increased fussiness Restlessness ExcessiveRead more
Though pregnancy can be a very exciting time in life, it is inevitable that your body will undergo a variety of changes. Your mouth, of all things, is one that may be affected. But this doesn’t mean there is no hope for your teeth during pregnancy. On the contrary, it’s a good idea to giveRead more