Take you Invisalign clear aligners out before eating or drinking anything other than water, this includes chewing gum. The dentists at Otara Dental in St. Albert recommend to NOT chew gum with Invisalign. […]
When Does a Tooth Have to Be Pulled?
Your oral hygiene is important, and sometimes that means having to pull a tooth. Tooth extraction is a procedure that your dental professional can do with the use of sedation dentistry if you’re anxious. A tooth may need to be pulled for many different reasons—whether you have crowded teeth, an infection, or need your wisdom […]
Can You Use a Sports Mouth Guard for Teeth Grinding?
Finding the Right Fit Mouthguards protect your teeth, tongue, gums, and cheeks from trauma—like a wayward slapshot or a rough tumble on the mat. Sports mouthguards are required in many sports, contact and noncontact. A mouthguard is a dental appliance used to protect dental health, whether you’re enjoying an athletic activity or trying to break […]