Veneers are a great way to improve the appearance of teeth. They can correct a variety of different issues, but what exactly are they and how do they work? In laymen’s terms, a dental veneer is a very thin piece of translucent porcelain that fits right on the front of a tooth. Veneers improve the […]
Why Do Our Teeth Discolour Over Time?
Most people over the age of 45 have likely noticed that their teeth are not as white as they once were. This occurs because, over time, the foods we eat, habits we indulge in, and even medications we take can slowly stain them. The two types of stains: extrinsic and intrinsic Extrinsic: This type of […]
Why Oral Hygiene Is Good for Your Heart
Gum disease is correlated with heart disease For years, doctors were puzzled by an apparent link between rates of gum disease and heart disease. Finally, a consensus report published in both dental and cardiovascular trade journals brought together all the evidence and came to the following conclusions: The link is real. Gum disease is indeed […]
Foods to Avoid for Whiter Teeth
Some foods should be avoided for a whiter smile We see many patients every week who come to us in search of whiter teeth. Sometimes there’s nothing we can do to avoid natural discolouration- time and age simply don’t make it possible for us to keep our pearly whites so white. But other factors like […]
Can Bad Oral Hygiene Affect Your Sleep?
The short answer to this question is absolutely. Bad oral hygiene affects the whole body in ways that are only beginning to come to light. Poor oral hygiene can lead to pain in the mouth, inflammation of the gums, decreased blood sugar regulation, and stress, all of which affect sleep in profound ways. Poor oral […]