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How do I Brush my teeth?

March 30, 2011 none

1. Use fluoride toothpaste. 2. Place your toothbrush at a slight angle towards your gums. 3. Use a gentle touch to remove plaque and bacteria. 4. Be sure to brush all surfaces of the teeth. 5. Gently brush your tongue to remove bad breath cousing bacteria

Why do we brush and floss our teeth?

March 30, 2011 none

• We must brush our teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste. The best is a soft bristle brush that can effectively remove the plaque and will not damage the gums. • Floss at least once a day, best time is after your last meal. Flosses and dental tapes come in minty […]

Why is Bone Grafting Sometimes Necessary?

March 30, 2011 none

When you lose a tooth in the front of your mouth, where the bone is very thin, the bone will usually melt away rather quickly, giving the appearance that the bone and/or gums are caving in, or collapsing. Very often this defect is visible when smiling. If you replace a front tooth with a traditional […]

What is Bonding?

March 30, 2011 none

Bonding is a cost effective procedure used to fill gaps in front teeth and to change a tooth’s colour.  The immediate results are amazing.  Within a few hours, you will have a great smile!  Bonding like Tooth Whitening may change colour over time due to coffee, tea, cola and wine.

Why do dentists take x-rays?

March 30, 2011 none

• We do x-rays to do a proper examination – what the eyes can’t see they can’t treat. X-rays reveal: o Cavities and holes, under old fillings and between the teeth and under the gum line o If there is bone loss between the teeth – that can lead to gum disease and loss of […]