Whether you’re taking your child to the dentist for the first time or need to book an appointment for your routine six-month cleaning, going to the dentist still seems to invoke uneasiness and trepidation in a lot of people. Unfortunately, dental phobia can be just as predominant in adulthood as it is during childhood and…
Read moreWhat You Should Know Before Your Child’s First Dental Visit
A child’s first dental visit is never an easy task, especially since children often fear unfamiliar settings and situations. The dentist’s office and all of its seemingly daunting instruments is no exception to this rule. Understandably, you’re probably just as nervous about your child’s first trip to the dentist as they are. You might even…
Read moreHow to Get Rid of Bad Breath
iStock.com/g-stockstudio What Is Bad Breath (Halitosis)? Chronic bad breath, otherwise known as halitosis, is a very common phenomenon that affects approximately 40% of the adult population. Part of the problem is that it’s almost impossible for you to detect or recognize your own bad breath unless someone else points it out and this can be…
Read moreTips to Care for Sensitive Teeth after Whitening
Teeth whitening services are commonly used by patients seeking to improve the look of their teeth. It is considered to be a cosmetic procedure and can be performed at home or at a dentist’s office, though it is strongly recommended that a teeth whitening procedure only be done by a professional dentist. That’s because when…
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