Teeth Grinding – Are you guilty?

A young Asian woman experiencing teeth grinding while sleeping in bed.

Perhaps you had a particularly irritating commute home from work, and you realize at the end that your jaw was clenched tight the entire time. Or maybe you grind your teeth when you are nervous or anxious about an upcoming business meeting. Most people grind their teeth from time to time, but it’s important to … Read more

Oral Cancer – Signs & Prevention

A close up of a person's tongue with a toothbrush, emphasizing oral cancer

No one wants to spend time thinking about oral cancer. However, with more than 4,400 Canadians estimated to be diagnosed this year, educating yourself on prevention methods, early detection, and treatment options is more important than ever. While the number of people expected to be diagnosed with oral and throat cancers is concerning, the good news … Read more

Fun Dental Facts

A group of people holding up pictures of their teeth while sharing fun dental facts.

Believe it or not, dentistry can be fun! We do take our jobs seriously, but sometimes we can have some fun and a good chuckle. Fun Dental Facts A typical elephant’s molar weighs nearly nine pounds In 1994, a West Virginia prison inmate braided dental floss into a rope to escape! The first toothbrush with … Read more

Combat Bad Breath with Food

Last week we went over the top 5 foods that can cause or make bad breath worse. This week we will go over the TEN foods that help combat bad breath. Foods that Combat Bad Breath Fennel Seeds –  These little guys neutralize bad odors and help digestion. On top of that they promote saliva … Read more