Whether you’re just plain stubborn or you have specific reasons for putting up with a toothache;  an abscessed tooth can[...]

Tobacco use is life-threatening. This is definitely not news. You’ve probably encountered countless cases of irreversible lung damage, cardiovascular diseases[...]

Do your gums bleed when you brush or floss? Is it sore or outright painful when you eat? Do you[...]

Tonsils don’t get enough credit that they deserve. Even as one of the body’s first barrier against bacterial and viral[...]

Dressed in white with a smile so bright, dentists are one of society's modern-day heroes. Whether it's a toothache getting[...]

Have you been feeling pain and tenderness in or around your ear, the jaw joint, and jaw muscles lately? Don’t[...]

Do you find yourself keeping your smile to yourself? Is there something about showing off your teeth bothering you? Perhaps[...]

People dismissing the vital role and position of dentists is maddening. Why mock someone who’s helping other people with their[...]

  Many people are just ignoring the fact that they need to take proper care of their oral health. Improper[...]

How Flossing Can Save Your Money… It’s a known fact that about 35% of the tooth surface is missed being[...]

If you’re like most dental patients, you might think brushing by itself does a good job when trying to ward[...]

“All the statistics in the world can’t measure the warmth of a smile.” – Author Unknown   Getting whitening has[...]

Our friends to the south, way, across the border, south in the far most Southern region of the United States[...]

Ever known anyone who had a bad bicycle accident as a kid? Maybe got knocked in the mouth sliding into[...]

Recently, a story about toothbrushes and toilets have been making the rounds on the internet.  Maybe you’ve heard about it.[...]

As shared in Part 1, there are tests going on to develop replacement teeth using stem cells. This does look[...]

In a study published by the Journal of Dental Research, Dr. Jeremy Moa found stem cells have the ability to[...]

Here are some interesting facts you might enjoy knowing about dental implants. (yes, they do exist!) In 1951, a small[...]

Many people know that China has a booming population. Over 1.35 BILLION people! That’s a LOT of mouths to take[...]

In a previous blog, the topic of what serious dental risks people with diabetes face was addressed. It was stated[...]

If you have diabetes, you’re most probably aware of the problems to your body this disease can cause. But, were[...]

Here’s something you may not know…   There are four methods for sedating a patient during an in-office dental procedure.[...]

Most people don’t know this, but you can tell a dolphin’s age by its teeth. Just like trees, dolphin’s teeth[...]

Fun Fact: No two people have the same set of teeth—your teeth are as unique as your fingerprint, so be[...]

We’ve all done it – you get busy, rushed in the morning and forget to brush your teeth. Or maybe[...]

How do you relieve the pain from a toothache is an age old question. Many people know the excruciating pain[...]

According to the Clinical Affairs Committee, almost half of all children have cavities before they enter kindergarten. In fact, the[...]

Ah, bedtime with young children. The time when some children would rather eat Brussel sprouts than brush their teeth. It[...]

Dental health during pregnancy can be affected by morning sickness. Pregnancy (especially your first) can be hard enough as it[...]

An earlier blog revealed how gum disease in pregnant women and hormone levels can increase the likelihood of inflamed or[...]

If you’re pregnant or plan on having a baby, there’s a lot to think about. You’re planning every second of[...]

Whether you’re just plain stubborn or you have specific reasons for putting up with a toothache;  an abscessed tooth can[...]

You’ve probably heard the story about toothbrushes and toilets. The theory goes that even if it is several feet away,[...]

No one likes to hear the word “cancer”. Oral cancer, or mouth cancer, can be especially devastating because the surgeries,[...]

Did you know that you miss cleaning 35% of your tooth surfaces if you aren’t flossing? Many patients believe that[...]

Contrary to popular myth, the first President George Washington never had wooden teeth. His dentures were made from ivory, gold,[...]

Yes, it’s probably common knowledge that ingesting sugar can result in cavities. Some foods are obviously worth than others in[...]

Snoring isn’t just something your partner does to irritate you in the middle of the night (or you to them)![...]

Wisdom teeth got their nickname from the age when they typically grow in. Wisdom teeth are actually called third molars.[...]

Yes. And with braces, you definitely should! An injury to the face is something everyone wants to avoid. In fact,[...]

West Airdrie Dental Holds Hugely Successful Free Dental Day As your local dental practice, West Airdrie Dental is committed to[...]