Cavities (aka tooth decay) are fairly common in young children. With 4 in 10 non-indigenous and 6 in 10 indigenous kids having holes in their baby teeth. This is because children can be at greater risk of tooth decay than adults. The enamel (tough outer layer) is much...
You may have noticed some of your teeth beginning to look translucent around the edges. There are a few causes of this. Even with the best oral hygiene habits, you can still form translucent teeth. If you are concerned you should speak to your dentist. At Beaches...
Preventative dentistry can save you time and money in the long run. If you take care of your oral health now, you may prevent issues from occurring later on. These issues may include tooth decay and gum disease, which can both be painful and costly to manage....
Waking up with a dry mouth can be very uncomfortable. Luckily you can usually relieve it quickly by drinking some water. But what are the causes of dry mouth? Can we prevent it from occurring in the first place? We’ll answer those questions and more in this article. ...
Flossing is a step that many of us overlook but it should be a regular part of your oral care routine. Flossing helps to remove food that your toothbrush may miss. It also helps to remove plaque and other build-ups. There are different types of teeth flossing tools on...
Missing teeth are an issue that probably affects more people than you realise. You can lose teeth at any age, for a multitude of reasons. Missing teeth can be a result of injury, gum disease, poor dental hygiene, and more. Luckily, there are options for replacing a...
