Celebrated annually every April, National Dental Hygienists Week (NDHW) is an important part of Oral Health Month. The goal of NDHW is to reinforce the importance of the dental hygiene profession and to help Canadians better understand a dental hygienist’s role vital role in caring for their oral health.
In summary, a dentist’s job involves general oral health care including cleaning and check-ups, while a periodontist diagnoses and treats specialized conditions that affect the gums and bone that supports the teeth.
Did you know dentistry is one of the oldest medical professions? The Indus Valley civilization yielded evidence of dentistry being practiced as early as 7000 B.C. Here we summarize a few notable highlights in the history of dentistry.
Practicing good oral health habits at home such as brushing is an important step in preventing tooth decay and gum disease. Read on to learn more about teeth brushing and how to brush properly.
February is designated Gum Disease Awareness Month to raise awareness of gum disease, it’s causes, and encourage better oral health habits to prevent it. Read on to learn about gum disease and ways you can help protect those pearly whites from damage.
It is known that sugar is bad for your teeth. However, there are ways tooth decay can be prevented. Below we examine how sugar affects your teeth, and ways to fight tooth decay.
While most people brush their teeth on a regular basis, the same cannot always be said for flossing. Flossing is a crucial component of a good oral hygiene routine. Read on to discover what results if you do not floss your teeth.
Tooth brushing is one of those necessary life habits that should be developed at an early age. Instilling a proper tooth brushing routine in young children can be a challenge. If daily tooth brushing is a struggle in your household, consider the following children’s tooth brushing tips to help turn those tears into cheers.
Teeth whitening is an effective and popular way to brighten your smile. Given that your smile is the first thing people will notice about you, the desire for whiter teeth makes teeth whitening a popular treatment. To ensure your oral health is not compromised, opting for professional teeth whitening is recommended. Here are some reasons why you should get your teeth whitening done by a professional at your dentist’s office.
The use of e-cigarettes is commonly referred to as vaping. Vaping works by heating a liquid to generate an aerosol that the user inhales. This liquid is made up of harmful chemicals that can negatively impact your oral health. Read on to discover the negative effects vaping has on oral health.