All of our teeth are held in our jaw with their roots. When a tooth is removed (extracted) from the mouth, the tooth creates an opening. The bone is stimulated by the tooth and when it is removed the bone begins to collapse and shrink, losing its height and width. If there is too much […]
It comes from an infection that is trying to get out. An abscess can come from the nerve or the tooth or the gum of the tooth called a periodontal abscess. Your dentist may pop the abscess to drain and relieve the pressure but the source of the infection still needs to be treated. They […]
Have a routine, always brush your teeth 2 times a day for 2minutes. Use fluoridated toothpaste and mouthwash. Have a prepared kit with floss, toothpaste, toothbrush and mouthwash handy for use when travelling over the holidays. • Do not crack nuts or seeds with your teeth. • Pass on chewy and sticky treats. Try to […]
Start with an extra soft toothbrush using a fluoridated toothpaste take a pea size amount of paste on your brush. Start in a circular motion on 1 quadrant of your mouth and work around your mouth, from one side of your mouth to the other. Keeping your brush at a 45-degree angle away from the […]
Provide your dentist with a complete health history, including medication, illnesses, past surgeries. Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoridated toothpaste. Floss at least once a day to prevent plaque build-up. Find the tools that work best for you, ask your dental hygienist what they recommended for your mouth. Visit your dentist regularly […]
Caring for your teeth is especially important when you are pregnant. Not only are you caring for your own health but your unborn child’s as well. Gingivitis is a greater risk in women that are pregnant, due to the increase changes in hormones. It can make your gums bleed easier from the increased blood flow […]