How to Get a Great Smile

Posted on: 24 March 2023

  As a child's teeth start coming in, you may notice that their gums swell and become tender. This is perfectly natural, but there can sometimes be a more serious underlying cause, especially if gums are swollen in areas where teeth are not in the process of erupting. As such, it's important to take your child to the dentist if you notice any swelling that goes beyond erupting teeth. Here are just five reasons why it might be happening.
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Posted on: 20 January 2023

Your oral hygiene routine shouldn't just cover your teeth and gums. You should also think about how your tongue affects your oral hygiene and health. You should actually clean your tongue regularly as well as your teeth. Why?  Your Tongue Can Give You Bad Breath Even if you clean your teeth religiously twice a day, you might still suffer from bad breath. This odour is often caused by food with strong smells and, if so, should be a temporary problem.
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Posted on: 30 November 2022

Bleeding gums are a common problem for many people, but it's not something to take lightly. If you have bleeding gums, you may be at risk for developing periodontal disease. A dentist can help you determine why your gums are bleeding and what treatments are available to stop the bleeding. Here are four ways that your dentist can help with bleeding gums: 1. Your Dentist Can Check For Signs Of Gum Disease
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Posted on: 11 October 2022

Bad breath, also known as halitosis, can come from a myriad of causes. The most common causes have to do with dental hygiene, although halitosis can have causes unrelated to dental health. Your dentist can help you determine the cause so a treatment plan can be implemented. 1. Periodontal Disease Periodontal disease is another name for gum disease, an advanced form of gingivitis. The main complaint of this disease is a bacterial infection in the gums, typically due to extreme plaque buildup on the teeth below the gumline.
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