What Can You Expect From A Root Canal Procedure First, what actually is a “root canal”? Root canal is the common term used to describe a major dental procedure to preserve a decayed or infected tooth that is otherwise lost. In general, the treatment is about removing and cleaning the infected or infection-prone contents within… Read More »
Has your dentist told you that it’s about time to remove your wisdom teeth? If you’re having second thoughts regarding your dentist’s advice, don’t. A top dentist knows what’s best for your oral health. Removing your third set of molars is the best way to prevent them from unleashing utter chaos in your mouth. Why… Read More »
Dental Shade Guides are used to colour match dental patients requiring replacement prosthetic teeth. They are a set of artificial teeth made from either plastic or porcelain that represent the range of tooth shades available. When considering a match for a prosthetic tooth, appearance is everything, and dental specialists consider hue, chroma, and value. The… Read More »
We may have been grinding our teeth since we were little but never realized what damage it was doing to our pearly whites. Read on to understand how teeth grinding affects oral health. Teeth Grinding or Bruxism Teeth grinding is also known as Bruxism and involves people clenching and grinding their teeth unknowingly and may… Read More »
Why is it that people say “Cheese” to inform the photographer that they are ready for a snap? The purpose of saying cheese is to ensure that the teeth are visible or there is a hint of a smile or a hearty laugh. The teeth are the focal point of a face and there is… Read More »
Dentures are a common solution for loss of several teeth. They’re not suitable for the loss of one or two teeth; there are other options for that. People tend to carry a number of misconceptions about dentures that make them feel wary of approaching their dentists for dentures. Here, Dr. Chaben from Platinumdentalcaremi.com tell you… Read More »
How are our teeth connected to our bodies? Speaking literally, the root of each tooth, surrounded by cementum, is embedded into our jawbone. But from a more figurative standpoint, our teeth are connected to our bodies because our oral health affects our overall health, and vice versa. If we let our guard down in our… Read More »
For many people, flossing is a hassle. Flossing can take extra time and can be painful at the beginning. However, there is a reason dentists are constantly reminding you to floss. A study published by CDC’s National Center for Health Statistics stated that in 2011-2012, approximately 91 percent of U.S. adults had dental cavities. Why… Read More »