Dental Care and Special Needs: Planning for Success

Posted on: 10 January 2018

Whether you play hockey professionally or for fun, you most likely understand how dangerous the sport can be on your teeth. As a matter of fact, most NHL players feel losing teeth is just another part of the sport. If you play hockey, or another sport that places excess contact on the mouth or head, proper preparation is key to saving your tooth and underlying oral health. Here are a few things every hockey player should keep on hand in case of a dental emergency.
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Posted on: 8 December 2017

Activated charcoal is becoming trendy in the beauty world. It is being used to improve the look of facial skin, cure dry and itchy scalps, minimize underarm odors and sweat and to whiten teeth. If you are looking to whiten your smile, you may be thinking about trying activated charcoal. But before you do, you may have some questions. Here are a few frequently asked questions about using activated charcoal to whiten your teeth.
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Posted on: 13 November 2017

If your dentist has suggested dental bridges as a way to correct your smile, you may be wondering why this option is the best for you over others. After all, there are many other options to correct the cosmetics of your smile, such as dental implants. To better understand why bridges may have been suggested for you, here are three things you should know about them: Fills the Gaps: What dental bridges do is create a crown for each tooth on either side of the gap in your smile.
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Posted on: 16 October 2017

Admit it -- with Halloween coming up, you've had more than your share of treats. Some of these may have included a lot of candy with sugary shells that have stained your teeth. If you've just eaten a bag of goodies only to look at yourself in the mirror and see a blue, green, orange, or other-colored smile, don't worry. You can remove those stains, though it will take time and careful attention.
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