Your dental health is a life-long commitment, and neglecting it can cause problems for not only your teeth but also your life as a whole. This fact becomes even more apparent as we pass into adulthood and beyond. Dental hygienists are your first resource when maintaining your oral health and this list will help you […]
Dentists may be the first to spot health conditions
Local dentists say that they can be the first line of defence against some diseases that will show symptoms inside the mouth. Dr. Sherry Dick, a dentist at Otara Dental, said that dentists can be the first to spot many symptoms inside a patient’s mouth that can mean there is trouble in the rest of […]
Important Information for Tobacco Smokers
Everyone knows that smoking is bad for their general health but there are specific hazards for oral health as well. Smoking causes an external buildup of brown/black tar stain on the teeth that can be removed with a cleaning. Over time however, it also causes internal yellowing of the teeth that will not come out […]