No matter how much you love your dentist, he or she probably doesn’t top the list of people you want to spend quality time with over the holidays. Follow these five tips to steer clear of emergency trips to the dentist’s office this season. 1...
Read moreCaring for Teeth with Braces
Braces are often placed in patients between 10 and 14 years of age to correct crooked or overcrowded teeth. “The benefits of braces are many,” says Ken Sutherland, DDS, Delta Dental senior dental consultant. “Straight teeth, an attractive smile...
Read moreDental Implants: Consultation, Procedure, Recovery and Aftercare
Dental implants are artificial tooth roots used to support a restoration for a missing tooth or teeth, helping to stop or prevent jaw bone loss. The dental implant procedure is categorized as a form of prosthetic (artificial replacement)...
Read moreTop tricks for healthy children’s teeth
Taking care of children’s teeth is a heavy responsibility, particularly once your kids have grown beyond the age of toddlers and need to develop a routine to clean their teeth independently. Try sharing these fun facts to fulfil your...
Read moreBack to School Dental Tips
Your child may have the latest wardrobe, school supplies and sports equipment for the new school year, but does she have a healthy mouth and the tools she’ll need to maintain it? According to the American Dental Association, a dental...
Read moreCosmetic Dentistry: Treatments, Trends and Cosmetic Dentists
While traditional dentistry focuses on oral hygiene and preventing, diagnosing and treating oral disease, cosmetic dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of a person’s teeth, mouth and smile. In other words restorative, general...
Read moreTeeth Grinding and Oral Health
Most people probably grind and clench their teeth from time to time. Occasional teeth grinding, medically called bruxism, does not usually cause harm, but when teeth grinding occurs on a regular basis the teeth can be damaged and other oral...
Read moreThe Oral Health and Overall Health Connection
Your oral health is more important than you might realize. Get the facts about how the health of your mouth, teeth and gums can affect your general health. Did you know that your oral health can offer clues about your overall health — or that...
Read moreDental Care and Your Child
When should I schedule my child’s first trip to the dentist? Should my 3-year-old be flossing? How do I know if my child needs braces? Many parents have a tough time judging how much dental care their kids need. They know they want to...
Read moreHow to Brush Your Teeth When You Have Braces
Plaque and Braces Don’t Mix It’s up to you to keep your entire mouth healthy so your soon-to-be straightened smile will last a lifetime. Brushing and flossing your teeth regularly will keep your mouth happy and healthy. Proper dental care with...
Read moreDentistry for Older Adults
Just 60 years ago, it was an assumption that as we age we would lose our natural teeth. But, that’s not the case for today’s older adults who are keeping their natural teeth longer than ever before. A healthy mouth and teeth help you look...
Read moreHow Does Sugar Affect Your Teeth?
Easter is almost here, but have you thought about all the ramifications of those Peeps and jelly beans you’re craving? The Easter Bunny has a way of just dropping off those sugary baskets and hopping away. But it isn’t just your waistline...
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