Becoming a dental hygienist in Canada

Forbes recently named dental hygienist as the #1 best job in health care, and since it’s becoming a more in-demand career in Canada, it’s worth

Exercise and your teeth

This September 28th, we’re celebrating the Canadian hero Terry Fox and his dedication to a world without cancer. Every year, millions of students join in

Start September with a smile by developing good dental habits

The late nights, cool treats and a more relaxed schedule make summer the best season of the year! But, it can take a toll on

Teeth friendly school lunches that kids love

The hardest thing about packing teeth friendly school lunches is worrying about what ends up back at home at the end of the day. Making

How to care for aging teeth into the golden years and beyond

As you begin aging, taking care of yourself and your health becomes so much more important. But you should also consider how you are taking

Should you be using an electric toothbrush?

The electric toothbrush was invented in the 90’s. Did you know that the modern nylon toothbrush (as we know it today) was invented in 1938?

Are you in gum disease denial?

How often do you forget to floss? If the answer is “never,” you’re one of only 28% of people who regularly floss their teeth. When

Is men’s oral health different than women’s oral health?

Have you ever wondered if gender affects how you should care for your teeth? With June being Men’s National Health Month and Father’s Day this

Tooth Avulsion/Knock-outs: What to do when you lose a tooth.

Did you know that more than 5 million teeth are injured or knocked out (or what we in the dental community refer to as tooth

The smile: why do we do it and what does it mean?

As dentists, we understand the importance of a smile. While our patients want healthy mouths, this is not what they are typically thinking about every