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Gum disease: what it really is?

Gum disease is one of the most common conditions in adults, with close to 90% of dental patients experiencing some form of gingivitis. Gum disease can range from mild gingivitis to severe bone reduction causing tooth loss. While hereditary predisposition to gum disease is real, most people can take a proactive response to eliminate or even reverse this oral disease. What Does Gum Disease Look Like? Early forms of gingivitis appear as small, irritated areas along the gumline that may be tender or bleed when you brush and floss. Healthy gums don’t bleed when you clean them. This usually causes people to avoid flossing the areas and allowing the condition to worsen. As gingivitis turns into periodontal disease, your dentist can see signs of obvious bone loss on your routine dental x-rays . There are also deep pockets, which develop under your gums due to the presence of unhealthy bacteria in the area. When left untreated, these areas continue to worsen until so much bone and gum attac...

Are teeth whitening remedies actually useful?

One of the best and simplest methods to freshen up your dull appearance is by getting teeth whitening by a Brampton dentist . However, a lot of people look for natural ways to keep their teeth looking bright and beautiful. Here we will discuss some popular home remedies and how effective they actually are in whitening teeth: Strawberries: A "home remedy" that is supposed to help in Brampton teeth whitening is using strawberries. Strawberries brighten teeth because they contain ascorbic acid. Any type of acid is harmful to our teeth. If you choose to brush your teeth with strawberries, then make sure to immediately brush with fluoride toothpaste afterwards. Lemon juice: A lot of people advocate rinsing or brushing with lemon juice to brighten teeth. However, lemon juice contains citric acid and can harm teeth, leading to loss of calcium. Lemon contains a pH of 2.3, which is extremely low. It is believed that lower the pH, more acidic the lemon. If...

Things to look for when finding a dentist for a special needs child

There are several sensory and behavioral issues that children suffer from that make working with them extremely challenging for anyone. They may also have dental problems that require expertise, knowledge, patience and specialized experience. Here are some factors that you can weigh when you are looking for a Brampton family dentistry for your child with special needs: Factor in the dentist’s experience: Just because the dentist is experienced does not mean he has experience you will need. If your little one suffers from dental problems that are part of their disability, you will want an expert who knows how to handle it and knows what to expect.  Clinic’s policies: It is important for children to keep still during the treatment, and for someone with special needs, that can be almost impossible. Dental experts have different methods for treating children who have a hard time controlling their movements, ranging from using a papoose board to sitting them on ...

Keeping your child’s teeth healthy

It's difficult enough to maintain your own teeth, much less those of your children. This is one of the biggest challenges of raising kids- making sure they brush daily and eat right. Here are some tips that reputed Brampton family dentistry suggest to keep the teeth of your kids healthy: It's never too early to begin Most parents make the mistake of waiting until after the baby-teeth have fallen. While the deciduous teeth may seem insignificant, they can have a lasting effect on the child’s gums. You need to start looking after the teeth and gum area as early as possible. This is because corrosion and gum illness can happen even with short-term teeth and can lead to bigger problems for the kids as they age. Kids are motivated by reward Most family dentists give a little toy or a treat to their young patients after the appointment. This is to encourage them to come back. Same way, if you want your kids to develop good habits such as brushing and flossing daily...