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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…

Ear Piercings and Kids: What You Need to Know

What should you consider before getting your child’s ears (or anything else) pierced? We get straight to the, er, point.

Seven Ways to Ruin Cosmetic Dentistry Work

Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of medicine that is quite trending these days, and people are becoming more and more conscious of the fact that good oral health is important. However, after you have gone through a treatment such as dental implants or cosmetic veneers you need to protect your teeth from hazards.

Top 5 Foods Known to Cause Bad Breath

Some foods cause such bad breath it seems almost impossible to alleviate. Here are the top five foods known to cause unpleasant breath and the reasons why.

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.

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?

Community dental clinic opens to increase access for kids, families

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

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....

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.

Does Coffee and Tea Stain Your Teeth?

Mornings are tough. Plain and simple. To help ease the transition from deep sleep to fully awake, millions rely on a steamy caffeinated beverage to get ...

12 Things You’ll Love About Getting Your Braces Off

You’ve had your braces on for months, maybe even years and the moment you’ve been waiting on is finally here. It’s time to get your braces off! There are more things to look forward to in addition to the perfect smile. Take a look at what else you’ll love about getting your braces off! You now have straight teeth-

A dental clinic inside an orphanage....why not?

For a while we've been partnering with dentist volunteers who have come to the Home to check on the girls. Through their generosity, we now ...

How Do You Clean a Dental Clinic in Medford, MA? What a Cleaning Should Include & More

Every business owner needs to maintain their buildings and make sure they stay clean. A cleaning service ensures quality production as well as a safe and healthy environment. However, medical facilities such as a dental office, tends to need a different type of cleaning. A dental office needs to have a cleaning service that can…Continue reading →

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 …

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, …

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 …