It can be painful, embarrassing and damaging to your oral health if you suffer from gum recession. In this post, we'll look at the main...

Swollen gums can be painful and a sign you may have a bacterial infection. Without treatment, this infection can develop into periodontal disease (advanced gum...

If you don't have health or dental insurance, the cost of not cleaning your teeth properly can be significant. In this post, I'll tell you...

If you've ever wondered how best to clean your teeth after eating lunch, you're not alone. Lots of my patients ask me this question, so...

The daily use of interdental brushes to clean between your teeth eliminates bad breath, keeps your mouth healthy and gives you a beautiful smile. In...

Going to the dentist can be expensive, especially if you've had a poor dental hygiene routine, or if you've ignored an oral health problem for...

As an experienced dental hygienist, I'm often asked by my patients "are interdental brushes as good as floss?" My answer is always that they are...

The risks to your health from smoking are well known, but what is less known is the effect that it has on your teeth and...

What causes cavities between your teeth? Cavities are little holes in your teeth that appear as a result of tooth decay. In this post, I'll...

The best way to clean your kids' milk teeth (deciduous) Your children's milk teeth (otherwise known as baby, primary or deciduous teeth) start to emerge...