Do Whitening Toothpastes Really Work?

Teeth whitening is a service that we regularly get asked about. Advertisements and articles about home remedies or whitening toothpastes pop up over social media that gets more people to try it for themselves. That begs the question – do these actually work? What do the whitening toothpastes do? Whitening toothpastes use abrasives in the…

What To Look for In Your Toothpaste

Our dentists often get asked by their patients about what toothpaste they should be using for themselves and their families. With a rise in the number of toothpaste brands on the market, it’s overwhelming to find the best one suited to you. In this blog, we’re going help you with the questions you can look…

Electric vs Manual – What toothbrush is better?

Walking into the healthcare isle at the supermarket looking for a new toothbrush can be overwhelming. There are so many choices of manual and electric brushes at different price ranges, so the question stands – what is better? Manual or electric brushes? Cost Considerations There are a large variety of manual toothbrushes that are available…

What to Know About Your Teeth

In this blog we’re going to be talking about our permanent teeth and what your dentist is seeing when they look through your mouth. When do permanent teeth start erupting? Between the ages of 6 and 12 years old, children should have a full set of permanent teeth in their mouths. Teeth tend to erupt…

Flossing – Why it’s important

We learn from a young age why it’s vital for our teeth that we brush them twice a day. While most people follow that rule, there is one thing that some forget – and that’s flossing.  You might hear it a lot at the dentist but are unsure why it’s recommended so highly. Keep reading…

Children’s Teeth – What Parents Should Know

It’s every parent’s goal to keep their children happy and healthy. The best way to do that is to keep them up to date with their check-ups with their healthcare professionals. Dentistry included! So, what are the main things parents should know about their child’s dental health? Keep reading to find out! Their enamel is…