Root canals are incredible procedures that can often save injured, damaged, or heavily decayed teeth that would otherwise have to be extracted. They are also some of the most involved dental procedures that most people will ever undergo. If you’re preparing for a root canal, your dentist has probably already warned you won’t be able
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Did you know that only 28% of Canadians floss at least 5 times a week? Many don’t floss at all. This means that well over half of the population does not follow dentists’ recommendations to floss at least once per day. If you’re one of the many people who don’t floss as much as they should, it’s never
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More and more people are switching from manual toothbrushes to electric toothbrushes these days. With so many options on the market, it can tough to find the right one for you. Oral-B is one of the leading manufacturers of electric brushes, and their Genius line is one of the most popular. Today we’ll be taking
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Do you find it hard to eat ice cream, enjoy a cup of coffee, or even brush your teeth because of the pain you experience when you do these things? You may be experiencing tooth sensitivity, a common condition that affects millions of people all around the world. There are dozens of toothpaste formulas available
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Have you ever wondered how every celebrity is able to get their teeth so dazzlingly white? Cosmetic dentistry is the answer. This field of dentistry focuses on improving the appearance of the patient’s smile. To do this, a cosmetic dentist might target the size, shape, alignment, or whiteness of the patient’s teeth. For celebrity-level whiteness,
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Why do they make toothbrushes with hard bristles? The answer might surprise you! Manual toothbrushes with hard bristles are usually marketed as helping you clear out tartar or deal with stains. The truth is, however, that no toothbrush can do either of those things. Once plaque hardens into tartar, it can only be removed by
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Is it better to use a manual toothbrush or an electric toothbrush? The best toothbrush is the one you’re comfortable with. Brushing your teeth at least twice a day is the most crucial step for dental health. Combined with flossing, it is the main factor in preventing cavities, gingivitis, and other conditions. That said, many
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Worried about bad breath? We have natural bad breath solutions! In general, the most effective way to keep your breath smelling fresh is to brush and floss every day. Flossing is important to your breath because those tiny pieces of food stuck between teeth may let out a strong smell as they gradually decompose in
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It’s not unusual to feel a bit anxious about a root canal procedure. In the end, though, most patients experience very little or no discomfort. Plus, you can protect the health of the treated tooth and others around it. One common question is whether you should feel a throbbing pain after a root canal. Not
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A dental veneer is a thin shell placed over the front (visible) face of treated teeth. With a veneer, you have the opportunity to improve the appearance of a stained tooth or restore a classic shape to a tooth that has been chipped, cracked, or misshapen in some other way. A dental veneer closely resembles
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