Are you Brushing Your Teeth Properly? Learn How!
Knowing how to brush your teeth properly is important so you can avoid conditions such as gingivitis and tooth decay. Bad brushing technique can lead to tooth abrasion, which wears away the surface of the tooth. Because gum tissue is so delicate, it can be damaged from the bristles on your toothbrush and lead to tooth sensitivity. These instructions will help you brush your teeth the right...
Read MoreHave Bad Breath? Conquer It With These Tips [VIDEO]
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If you constantly have bad breath and think there’s nothing you can do about it, think again. These helpful tips can assist in keeping bad breath at bay. Halitosis, or bad breath, can be seriously humiliating. You don’t have to live with it forever! Simply by brushing and flossing at least two times a day, particularly after you’ve eaten, can help. The tongue collects a lot of...
Read MoreHave a Sweet Easter from 7 Oaks Laser Dental Centre!
If you’re worried that your sweet tooth might turn into tooth decay, don’t be! You can enjoy your Easter treats and keep your teeth healthy! Just keep in mind these simple things when hunting for your Easter eggs: Pick Dark Chocolate - dark chocolate can help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure. Avoid Anything Gooey - candy that sticks to your teeth is more likely to feed the...
Read MoreKids and Cavities: What Parents Need To Know
Due to an increase of sugar in their diet through fast food, soda pop and candy, children are now much more susceptible to bacteria which causes cavities or tooth decay and harm their teeth. In fact, the U.S. Center for Disease Control cites a study that says there has been a 15.2 percent increase in tooth decay during the last 10 years for children under six. Various things cause tooth decay...
Read MorePrevent Cavities by Using Dental Sealants
Simply brushing your teeth is not an effective solution for preventing tooth decay and erosion. The general dentistry team at 7 Oaks Laser Dental Centre in Abbotsford recommends dental sealants, which give teeth solid protection against the bacteria that infiltrates your mouth and causes cavities. What are dental sealants? Sealants are made of durable, stain-resistant plastic and are bonded to...
Read MoreTongue Rings Can Be Fatal: Preventing Infections
No matter how cool and trendy you think tongue rings are, these piercings are dangerous and potentially fatal. Piercing your tongue can result in chipped teeth, recessed gums and nerve damage. What some people don’t know is that getting a piercing in the mouth can result in a fatal condition, like Ludwig’s angina or endocarditis. Ludwig’s angina is an infection in the bottom of...
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