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Dentist's Advice: Stop Flossing!

Share on<br>Yep, you read that right: I’m a dentist and I’m suggesting that you throw away your floss.<br>When I first advise my patients to stop flossing, they usually look at me like I’m crazy—it's been ingrained in their minds that flossing is essential to their health. Unfortunately, most dentists’ advice around flossing is misguided.<br>As you well know, an inordinate amount of food gets stuck between our teeth after meals. Traditionally, we've been taught to use a thin, waxy string to…

Should you floss before or after you brush your teeth?

It's not a question of if you should floss, but a matter of when. And correctly timing the daily habit can have a major impact on your dental health—here's what the experts have to say in SELF's March issue.

What is Dental Phobia and Dental Anxiety

Dental phobia and dental anxiety can make it very difficult for people to keep regular dentist appointments. Find out more about dental phobia.

What Does Legalized Marijuana Mean For The Dental Industry?

Marijuana was legalized for both recreational and medical uses in many states. But, what does legalized marijuana mean for the Dental Industry?

Dental checkups: How often are they needed?

Checkups. Cleanings. X-rays. Just how often should Canadians be seen by a dentist to keep their teeth and gums in optimal health?

This Is Exactly How You Should Be Taking Care of Your Teeth Every Single Day

Oral health—Use these daily dental care tips to improve your oral health.

How to Deal with Dental Phobia and Dental Anxiety

Dental phobias and dental anxiety can be eliminated through three different approaches

Learning About Healthy Habits at Our Dental Clinic

Fortunately, the professionals at our dental clinic can help you learn everything you need to know about proper oral care for both you and your child.

Community dental clinic opens to increase access for kids, families

How To Find A New Dentist

If you’re new to the area, you’ve probably got a lot to sort out while you get acquainted to your new home. Whether you’re starting a new job or school, or simply trying to figure out where the nearest grocery store is, settling into a new area can take some time. Once you’ve got the …

How Snacking Affects Your Teeth

Snacking in between meals has been touted over the years as an efficient dietary method to fight hunger. Unfortunately, snacking in between meals can ca...

How to Prevent Pain from a Tooth Infection

Are you considering putting off a visit to the dentist? You may want to rethink that! Waiting until a toothache is unbearable can lead to a more expensive and complex dental treatment. The pain could be from an infected tooth. Most tooth infections are the result of tooth decay or broken teeth. What is an infected

Thumb Sucking: How to Break the Habit

Sucking is a natural instinct for babies, because that is the way they eat. Thumb sucking can begin in the womb, as early as the second trimester of pregnancy. Thumb sucking in infants and children is common and they usually stop between the ages of two and four. At this age their front primary teeth begin to form

What Do Dentists Think Of DIY Dental Products?

There are plenty of do it yourself dental products on the shelves that claim to whiten and protect your teeth, but are these products really effective, or could they actually be jeopardizing the health of your teeth? In today’s blog, we take a look at what dentists think about some of the more popular DIY …

What Are Removable Partial Dentures?

Removable partial dentures are similar to a full set of dentures in many ways, but as the name implies, they are only a partial set of artificial teeth. Not everyone who needs dentures needs to have a full set, and partial dentures allow the patient to keep some or most of their healthy teeth. Below, …

Is Milk Good for Your Teeth?

Most of us have heard at least once that milk is good for our teeth because it contains calcium. Okay. So we wanted to find out exactly what that means....

How To Care For Your Child’s First Teeth

The sprouting of your infant’s first teeth is a special moment for any parent, but with the first tooth comes a new responsibility – dental care. We’re not saying that you need to bust out the toothpaste as soon as the first tooth erupts (in fact, don’t do that), but there are some things you’ll want …

How Cancer Can Affect Your Mouth

Cancer affects your life in a myriad of ways, but one aspect that often gets overlooked is how the condition can impact your oral healthy. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, one in three cancer patients will develop at least one complication that affects their mouth. These complications can be mild …

How Does Cannabis Affect Your Oral Health?

Marijuana is derived from the cannabis plant, and we’re learning more ways to use the plant for medicinal purposes. Marijuana is also legalized for recreational use in some states, and while we’re still trying to understand how the compound affects our health, the substance also has implications for our oral health. Today, we take a …

Tips For Getting Your Kids To Brush Their Teeth

You’ve probably grown to appreciate the role brushing your teeth has in your dental care routine over the years, but as a kid, you probably weren’t head over heels for making time to brush 2-3 times a day. Most kids don’t want to stop playing with their toys or watching a movie to get in …