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Tuesday May 15, 2012
Also known as Oral Herpes or Fever Blisters, cold sores are an infection of the face or mouth. They are most often caused by a viral disease of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 1 (HSV-1) but can more rarely be the result of Herpes Simplex Virus Type 2 (HSV-1) which is most commonly...
Tuesday May 1, 2012
If you are afraid of going to the dentist, you are not alone. Research indicates that as many as 75% of adults are to some extent, fearful of the dentist and that 5 to 10% have full-blown “dentophobia”. How afraid are you? Dental Anxiety is very common and most easily overcome....
Friday April 13, 2012
When you go for a checkup at your dental office, your dentist is not only assessing the general health of your gums and teeth. Dentists are trained in the diagnosis of oral cancer, an extremely important component of a routine dental exam. Oral Cancer Can Be Deadly I hate to...
Monday April 2, 2012
Many are aware of the serious ways in which diabetes can impact an individual’s general health, but fewer know about the strong relationship that exists between diabetes and one’s dental health. Higher risk of gingivitis Diabetes reduces your ability to fight bacteria, which causes a plaque...
Tuesday March 6, 2012
When many of us hear the word “titanium”, we may think of the latest and greatest golf club or tennis racket. What is not widely recognized amongst the general public however, is how important a role titanium has played in revolutionizing modern day dentistry. Whereas stainless steel...
Wednesday February 8, 2012
In my last article, I wrote about extrinsic stains which are stains that exist on the tooth surface. When the stain is actually incorporated into the tooth structure itself, it is known as an intrinsic stain. Some causes of intrinsic stains are: Amalgam dental restorations Also known as silver fillings,...
Wednesday February 8, 2012
Frequent indulgences at the coffee shop can hurt more than your wallet. Coffee and tea are two examples of the many foods and beverages that can cause what we know as extrinsic dental staining. When pigment deposits are found on the tooth surface, this is known as extrinsic staining. Some...
Monday January 23, 2012
Fluoride has a long-standing history of safe and effective use. In fact, Brantford was the very first place in Canada to use water fluoridation, back in 1945. Today, 75 per cent of Ontario has access to fluoridated water. What is Fluoride? Fluoride is a mineral that can be found in rocks and...
Friday December 16, 2011
There are tremendous changes going on throughout a women’s body during pregnancy and her mouth is no exception. It is especially important for a mother-to-be to maintain excellent oral hygiene practices during this special time in her life. Pregnancy Gingivitis Over half of all pregnant...
Friday December 16, 2011
More often that not, patients who come to see me for orthodontics do so because they want to improve their own or their child’s smile and general appearance. While this is of course an absolutely important and valid reason to proceed with orthodontic treatment, sometimes,...
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