How to Prevent Teeth Staining and Discolouration

Posted on 29 January 2016

If you currently have pearly whites, you might be looking for ways to protect the tooth enamel from staining and discolouration. While some cases of yellowing of the teeth occurs due to the natural aging process, other things actually speed up the process and make staining more noticeable. Here are some tips for preventing teeth staining and discolouration for as long as possible. Be Careful What You Drink Start by knowing what to drink and not to drink on a regular basis. [Read More]

Genetic Dental Anomalies You Should See Your Dentist About

Posted on 19 January 2016

Dental visits typically come about due to common oral problems such as cavities, trauma to teeth and more. However, there are some dental anomalies that are genetic and that people tend to overlook since they have had them from birth or from their formative years. The good news is that a range of genetic dental disorders can be easily remedied by your dentist if you simply have a consultation with them regarding your individual dental problem. [Read More]

4 Tips to Keep Teeth Whiter after a Professional Whitening Procedure

Posted on 23 December 2015

After having a professional teeth whitening procedure, the goal is to keep the teeth as white as possible as long as possible. There are a number of ways to ensure that your teeth remain clean, and four tips that will help you do this can be found here. Following these tips will help to minimize how often you need to invest in professional whitening services. Use Whitening Toothpaste It is essential to visit the dentist to remove any stains and plaque; however, using a whitening toothpaste can also help with this each day. [Read More]

Sjögren's Syndrome: Oral Symptoms And How They Can Be Treated

Posted on 7 December 2015

Sjögren's syndrome can be a debilitating and damaging chronic disease to live with, and many patients have to undergo a range of treatments to take care of various organs and body parts affected by the disease, so it's no surprise that dental care is often neglected. However, the symptoms of Sjögren's syndrome can cause a range of oral and dental disorders, so if you suffer from this relatively obscure auto-immune disorder, it's important to work closely with your dentist to mitigate the damage to your mouth that Sjögren's syndrome can cause. [Read More]

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Oral Health and Genetic Risk Factors

Hi! My name is Molly, and in spite of being diligent about brushing and flossing, I suffer from a lot of oral health issues including cavities and gum disease. I have realized over the years how big of a role genetics plays in oral health, and I find it to be such an exciting topic that I have created a blog about it. In this blog, I am going to include info about genetics and dentistry, but I am also going to include posts about what to do if you "inherited" challenging teeth from your family. For example, sealants have helped me to avoid cavities. I hope you find this blog useful, and that you keep returning to read its posts! --Molly

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