Stained teeth can really inhibit the way you feel about yourself. Have you ever wondered how to get white teeth? We all see the celebrities with their pearly whites and we always ask ourselves the same question: why can’t we all have teeth like that? The first step in determining how to get [...]
We all want white teeth. We all get stains, but did you know that not all stains are alike? Stains come from a variety of sources and not all of them are easily removed by standard tooth whitening. It is important to understand the type of stain you have so your dental professional [...]
Are you concerned about the health risks of having a type of cavity filling called amalgam in your mouth? Feeling self-conscious about the way they look? Are you ready to have them replaced with something that is safer AND looks better? First, you need to know your options – and we are here [...]
Amalgam (mercury) fillings have been commonly used among dental professionals for decades to fix cavity-infected teeth. The word “amalgam” literally means “a mix or blend,” which makes sense as this type of filling has more than one component. Amalgam fillings are made of a mixture of liquid mercury, tin, silver and copper. Although [...]
Braces are sought after by many to correct large or small cosmetic and functional issues related to the positioning of the natural teeth. Braces can be used on patients of all ages, but are most commonly seen on kids under the age of 17. Below are the top 5 reasons why it is [...]
We’ve all heard the dreaded term, but what is sleep apnea?The most common type of sleep apnea {temporary cessation of breathing} is obstructive sleep apnea. It is characterized as a potentially dangerous sleeping disorder where the sufferer possesses an inability to keep a clear airway while sleeping, causing temporary oxygen deficits. The lack of [...]
Toothpaste has been around for over 150 years. In 1850, the first brand of paste, named ‘crème dentifrice’ was invented. In 1873, colgate adopted the recipe and started selling the paste in jars. By 1890, to improve ease of use, the jars were exchanged for tubes which resemble the ones we use today. [...]
Are you tired of family, friends or spouses complaining about your thunderous roar of snoring during a seemingly peaceful sleep? This life-threatening condition can cause high blood pressure, headaches, depression, stroke, and heart attacks leading to heart failure. A common aid to help sleep apnea is the CPAP machine or more technically known as [...]
Health Canada has given the green light to use Botox for migraines, says the Globe and Mail. Why Botox? Botox is injected into pain sites around the head in a 5-10 min procedure administered by a specially trained professional. Botox prevents certain chemicals from reaching nerve endings, thereby reducing migraine pain. Most insurance companies [...]
No, this is not a joke. No more feeling guilty about indulging in a glass of red wine – there is excellent news for all you wine enthusiasts! A new study has confirmed that along with all the other benefits of red wine, you can now add ‘cavity fighting’ to the list. ‘Wine’ [...]
