One of the questions orthodontists often hear asked is what makes my teeth crooked? It’s a good question to ask as it seems to be a mystery why some people are born with seemingly perfect smiles and other people have challenges due to crooked or misaligned teeth. There is certainly a genetic component to how […]
There are many reasons why you should consider getting braces. Some reasons include: Your jaw structure is interfering with your bite. If your upper and lower jaws have not grown together this will affect the way your teeth fit together. This could lead to tooth damage, cracking/soreness of the jaws and muscles and digestive issues […]
Your safety is our first priority and we have implemented the following COVID-19 protocols to do just that. The changes that you can expect when visiting our office include: 1. The evening prior to your appointment, as was done in the past, we will call to confirm that you are attending the appointment and the […]
We all know wearing a mask is an important way to help keep each other healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Unfortunately, “mask mouth” is a smelly condition too many people have come to know. The Ontario Dental Association (ODA) has some tips to stay fresh under your mask. You guessed it — good dental hygiene […]
An informative article from the Ontario Dental Association’s, Ontario Dentist magazine. Reprinted with permission of the Ontario Dental Association, 2020.
An informative article from the Ontario Dental Association’s, Ontario Dentist magazine. Reprinted with permission of the Ontario Dental Association, 2020.
An informative article from the Ontario Dental Association’s, Ontario Dentist magazine. Reprinted with permission of the Ontario Dental Association, 2020.
An informative article from the Ontario Dental Association’s, Ontario Dentist magazine. Reprinted with permission of the Ontario Dental Association, 2020.
If you want to maintain strong teeth for your lifetime, you need to ensure you are eating enough whole grain breads and cereals, fruits and vegetables and lean meats. Some other healthy snack choices include: -nuts and seeds -peanut butter -cheese -plain yogurt -popcorn Acid Erosion There are some drinks and snacks that are bad […]
Just like our bodies, our teeth and gums need many essential vitamins and minerals to stay strong and healthy. In fact, to ensure proper tooth development and strength, babies, children, adults and seniors need lots of: -calcium (e.g. yogurt, milk, some cheese) -phosphorous (e.g. egg, beef, chicken, turkey, halibut, bread) -vitamin A (e.g. liver, pumpkin, […]