The snow in the forecast, combined with the rotting pumpkin on your neighbour’s doorstep may fool you, but Halloween was a meagre 2 weeks ago. If anyone in your household did the trick or treating rounds on October 31st,
Anatomy of a tooth
This week, we bring you some fall themed dental art created by illustrator Rachel Ignotofsky as a fun and educational tool to help you better understand the anatomy of a tooth. Be sure to impress your dentist and hygienist at
Dental jokes, trivia, and cartoons, oh my!
For teachers, students, and parents alike, September marks a new beginning. Early morning wake ups followed by the establishment of new routines can be stressful, to say the least. In this blog post we have compiled some of the best
Top 5 tried, tested, and true tips for brushing your toddlers teeth
Toddlers are independence asserting, uncoordinated, loud, dirty, mumbling balls of energy and sweetness. All of this can combine to make everyday routines (from getting dressed in the morning, to bath time in the evening) a marathon of negotiations, pleading, demonstrating,
Have toothbrush. Will travel.
Our previous blog post discussed some of the most common dental emergencies and what to do if you find yourself suffering from one of them. Generally, it is advised to call your dentist and have then see you immediately.
How to respond to dental emergencies
There are a variety of dental emergencies that can occur regardless of your age or activity level (you don’t have to be a contact athlete to knock out a tooth!). The following list describes common dental emergencies (as detailed by
Take-home kit versus in-office teeth whitening treatments
Our last blog post helped illustrate how teeth become discoloured over time, and offered suggestions on how to counteract some of the most stain-inducing foods and drinks out there. This post will help you navigate the different whitening options available
The staining effects of tomatoes and turmeric on your teeth
Last week we reminded our readers to spring clean their mouths by heading to the dentist for regular smile –maintenance. This post will delve into the intricacies of maintaining that squeaky clean smile and what to do to reduce staining. If
The one thing you missed during spring cleaning
Spring has officially sprung. The cherry blossoms have bloomed, beckoning the hoards of spectators who flock to the parks. The threat of Fourth-Wave-Winter has nearly been extinguished, and our parkas have bravely marched into storage for their short retirement. As
Queer Eye: The mainstreaming of the water flosser
If you’re one of the millions of viewers of the wildly successful Netflix remake Queer Eye, chances are you caught every dentist’s favourite episode: Season 1, episode 6 ‘The Renaissance of Remington’. In this episode, fan favourite grooming expert Jonathan