by Dentistry On Elgin | Sep 1, 2015 | News/Articles
Tooth decay is an infectious disease — and it is a reality. All children are at risk. The ODA Special Report Tooth Decay in Ontario’s Children: An Ounce of Prevention — A Pound of Cure is a call to action for parents, government and the community — we all...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 28, 2015 | News/Articles
If you want to maintain strong teeth for your lifetime, you need to ensure you are eating enough whole grain breads and cereals, fruits and vegetables and lean meats. Some other healthy snack choices include: nuts and seeds peanut butter cheese plain yogurt popcorn...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 24, 2015 | News/Articles
Health concerns about fat and cholesterol have prompted many people to become vegetarians, and the nutritional deficiencies that can sometimes result may reveal themselves during dental exams. Academy of General Dentistry spokesperson Ludwig Leibsohn, DDS says he...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 20, 2015 | News/Articles
What Is It? A sealant is a clear or tinted plastic protective coating for teeth. It is painted onto the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars and premolars). These are the areas where most cavities form. Molars and premolars have grooves and crevices. Dentists...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 18, 2015 | News/Articles
Brush, Book, Bed, a program of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), has a simple and clear message for parents: Each night, help your children to brush their teeth. Read a favorite book (or two)! Get to bed at a regular time each night. Having a predictable...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 14, 2015 | News/Articles
Have you ever wondered why the American Dental Association and your dentist recommend you come back every six months? It’s because regular dental visits are essential for the maintenance of healthy teeth and gums. And in between those examinations, it’s important that...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 11, 2015 | News/Articles
Dr Alldritt said it was particularly alarming to find those who were aware of the Dentists are warning high levels of sugar and acids in many sports drinks can have a harmful impact on a person’s oral health. Australian Dental Association [ADA] committee chair...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 7, 2015 | News/Articles
If you suddenly experience symptoms of dry mouth, it may be because you’ve started taking a certain type of medication. Medications are a major cause of dry mouth. In fact, medications cause approximately 90 percent of all cases of dry mouth, according to the Academy...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Aug 7, 2015 | News/Articles
Healthy gums and teeth are important to your child’s overall health. This is why your child’s doctor will talk with you about good dental habits even before your child’s first tooth appears. Once your child has a tooth, your doctor may recommend that...
by Dentistry On Elgin | Jul 30, 2015 | News/Articles
Many of us brush our teeth on autopilot, but our teeth and gums need TLC if you want to keep them healthy. And you know you’re not fooling anyone at the dentist’s office when you say you floss regularly–they can tell whether you are or not, and in truth, you’re...
