What is toothpaste Abrasives Detergent (1-2 per cent) Binding agents (1 per cent) Humectants (10-30 per cent) Flavouring, sweetening and colouring agents (1-5 per cent) Preservatives (0.05-0.5 per cent) Water Toothpastes are the most widely used oral health care product and there is considerable choice available to the consumer. Toothpaste types range from family anti-decay/anti-plaque types to the specific formulations for smokers, for sensitive teeth, special children's for

Cut the sugar, grab the milk! Each time you eat a snack containing sugar or starch (carbohydrates), the resulting acid attack on your teeth can last up to 20 minutes, and a lot of snacks and drinks contain sugar. How much sugar? A single can of pop contains up to 10 teaspoons of sugar, and if you think that natural sugar (like the sugar in raisins or other fruit) is better for your teeth it’s not. Sugar is sugar, and the average Canadian consumes over 40 kilograms of sugar ea

Why do we call them Facelift Dentures? It all comes down to the way they replace lost facial contours. They’re made using neuromuscular techniques that help restore a more youthful appearance. Traditional dentures do a good job of replacing missing teeth, but Facelift Dentures focus on more than just the teeth. By reversing some of the changes that happen with aging and tooth loss, many patients tell us they look years younger. This breakthrough also involves anchoring the de

Although many of us are much more diligent about brushing than flossing, they are equally important. Flossing every day is one of the best things you can do to take care of your teeth. It's the single most important factor in preventing periodontal disease, which affects more than 50% of adults. Flossing helps remove plaque and debris that sticks to teeth and gums, and gives you a brighter smile by polishing the tooth's surface; it even helps control bad breath. Dont forget t

Teeth grinding and clenching, or bruxism, can affect your jaw, cause pain, and even change the appearance of your face. "People who have otherwise healthy teeth and gums can clench so often and so hard that over time, they wear away their tooth's enamel, causing chipping and sensitivity," says Halpern. Stress and anger can increase nighttime teeth grinding. Finding ways to alleviate stress can help, but it's also important to see your dentist who can recommend other treatment

Contrary to what mom said, sugar won't directly rot your teeth—but the acid produced when you eat sugar and carbohydrates can. "Naturally occurring bacteria in the mouth devour sugar, creating acids that attack tooth enamel, which can lead to decay and a host of other problems, including gingivitis and cavities," says Halpern. The worst thing you can do is leave sugar lingering on your teeth and gums. Eating any amount of candy and brushing and flossing immediately is actuall

From subtle changes to major repairs, Dr Jake Skowronski DMD, can perform a variety of procedures to improve your smile. There are many techniques and options to treat teeth that are discolored, chipped, misshapen or missing. Dr Jake can reshape your teeth, close spaces, restore worn or short teeth or alter the length of your teeth. Common procedures include bleaching, bonding, crowns, veneers and reshaping and contouring. These improvements are not always just cosmetic. Many

A dental implant is an artificial tooth root that is surgically anchored into your jaw to hold a replacement tooth or bridge in place. The benefit of using implants is that they don't rely on neighboring teeth for support and they are permanent and stable. Implants are a good solution to tooth loss because they look and feel like natural teeth. Implant material is made from different types of metallic and bone-like ceramic materials that are compatible with body tissue. There

Dr Jake Skowronski, DMD at Lakeshore Dentistry, has noticed an alarming increase in the consumption of sports and energy drinks, especially among adolescents, and its causing irreversible damage to teeth—specifically, the high acidity levels in the drinks erode tooth enamel, the glossy outer layer of the tooth. "Kids that play sports use these drinks and assume that it will improve their sports performance, energy levels and that they are ‘better' for them than soda," says Dr

Preventing Child Tooth Decay – the Easy Way! We know that children often don’t do a very good job of brushing their teeth. This even applies to adults too! Even meticulous brushing often may not reach the deep grooves in the back teeth. This results in bacteria, acids, and plaque formation, which will lead to decay. And once the tooth has decay, it is damaged permanently and will need a filling or crown. What if there was a way to help prevent all this from happening? Fortu