Xerostomia is a widespread condition affecting 17-29% of the population. Although most patients take the presence of saliva for granted, a decrease in salivary volume can cause significant morbidity and impact on the oral health of patients as well as reduction in the patient’s quality of life. The most frequent cause of xerostomia is medication […]

During our adult lives, most of us will have become aware of the many diseases that appear to be under our control only to have one of these make a new appearance and with a vengeance. One of the more insidious diseases is oral cancer, and once again, it’s on the rise In the past, […]

Quite a number of adults suffer from tooth sensitivity these days. Research has shown that 1 in 8 people might have the condition, especially women, who seem to be more affected than men. Usually you notice tooth sensitivity when you drink cold or hot drinks. Even though it is not such a big deal, the […]

Energy sports drinks are marketed to young athletes to enhance their performance on the field, court or ice, to give the athlete that added advantage. In fact, what they are doing is exposing children to extraordinarily high levels of sugar which are super-charging the bacteria responsible for caries in their mouth rather than super-charging the […]

We all know that maintaining the health of your teeth and gums can help prevent cavities, bad breath, gum disease, and tooth loss. And that’s no small matter. But did you know that the health of your mouth may have an impact on your overall health and wellness? As reported by Health Canada, scientific research […]

Dental insurance makes your dental care affordable, enabling regular checkups. Most dental insurance plans cover a large part of the cost of preventative and rehabilitative treatments (e.g. preventative cleaning and polishing, routine examinations and X-rays, fillings and extractions, etc.) allowing you to improve your oral health and overall quality of life. To find out exactly […]

There are spices and herbs you can ingest that promote oral health outside of traditional dental medicine. When combined with the sage advice of your dental hygienist, regular consumption of these all-natural products may just save your next date or job interview, and your overall health. Bloodroot: Bloodroot gets its name from the red-orange sap […]

Bacteria that are in your saliva may transfer to the baby. Parents need to be aware of the harm that bacteria can do to babies. It can lead to decay in the mouth. Parents unknowingly transfer this bacteria to the babies when they share utensils. A study conducted by the American Academy of Pediatrics has […]

Everyone brushes their teeth. It’s just one of those grooming tasks we do every morning, hopefully, noon, and night. And if we listen to our dentist, we floss too. The whole point of brushing your teeth is to keep them. We don’t get anymore. When we brush our teeth, the aim is to remove plaque […]