Root Canals – What are they?
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
1y ago
What is a root canal? Root canal treatment is designed to eliminate bacteria from the infected root of the tooth, prevent reinfection of the tooth, and save the natural tooth. When one undergoes a root canal, the inflamed or infected pulp is removed and the inside of the tooth is carefully cleaned and disinfected, then filled and sealed. [1] X-rays are taken to see the shape of the root canal and to determine if there is any sign of an infection in the surrounding bone. Do root canals hurt? It’s understandable to ask whether a root canal can hurt, but the good news is that with anesthesia and ..read more
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The Truth About Fluoride
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
1y ago
Chances are you’ve heard of fluoride before. Fluoride is one of the most abundant elements found in nature and is a mineral found in your bones and teeth. It’s also commonly used in dentistry and in toothpaste to strengthen your enamel, the outer layer of your teeth. Many cities in Canada also add small amounts of fluoride to the water supply in a process called “water fluoridation” to make teeth stronger and more resistant to cavities. Several other benefits of fluoride include slowing down the loss of minerals from tooth enamel, reversing early signs of tooth decay, and preventing the growth ..read more
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How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush?
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
1y ago
The CDA (Canadian Dental Association) recommends that you replace your toothbrush (or toothbrush head, when using an electric toothbrush) every three to four months for optimal usage, as long as you use it at least twice daily. Over time, as toothbrushes go through normal wear and tear, they become less effective with removing plaque from your teeth and gums. Every time you use your toothbrush, the nylon bristles are exposed to water and chemicals from your toothpaste. This makes the bristles a little weaker with each use. The bristles bend and twist into a new shape, which is known as “bristl ..read more
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Let’s Talk Toothbrushes
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
2y ago
Manual vs Electric – What’s the Difference? Regardless of their oral health status, everyone should be brushing their teeth twice a day for two minutes. But have you ever wondered about the toothbrush you’re using? Is an electric or manual toothbrush better for your oral health? Read on to find out! Electric Toothbrushes: An electric toothbrush is a toothbrush that makes automatic, rapid bristle motions whether by back-and-forth oscillation or rotation-oscillation (where the brush head moves clockwise and counterclockwise). These motions are made by a motor, or in the case of ultrasonic toothb ..read more
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Dry Mouth Driving You Crazy?
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
2y ago
Some tips and tricks to help: What is dry mouth? Most people describe dry mouth as a dryness or “cotton ball” sensation in the mouth that might accompany saliva that seems thick and stringy, bad breath, dry or sore throat, or difficulty with swallowing, chewing, or speaking. It’s common, too. Around 10% of the general population and 25% of older adults report uncomfortable symptoms of dry mouth. [1] What keeps the mouth nice and moist? Salivary glands. If there is an issue with these glands, dry mouth can develop. What do the salivary glands do, and what are they? The salivary glands are locat ..read more
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Give Your Smile Some Extra Love this Valentine’s Day
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
2y ago
Consuming an excess of sugar and acidic beverages are some of the worst things you can do when it comes to the health of your teeth and keeping cavities at bay. With Valentine’s Day coming up, it’s easy to get caught up in the romance without thinking about your oral health. Here are some tips to keep your teeth beautiful this V-Day season! Dark Chocolate It’s no secret that chocolate is a fairly common Valentine’s Day gift, but a good idea would be to consider dark chocolate over other forms of chocolate, as dark chocolate typically contains less sugar and more cocoa and antioxidants than mil ..read more
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Sleep Apnea and How Dentistry Can Help
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
2y ago
What is Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)? Obstructive sleep apnea is the momentary cut-off of breathing when someone is sleeping. In addition, obstructive sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder that occurs in about 25% of men and nearly 10% of women.  Sleep apnea can affect people of all ages, including babies and children and particularly people over the age of 50 and those who are overweight. [1]. Obstructive sleep apnea occurs when the muscles in the back of your throat relax too much to allow normal breathing. When the muscles relax, your airway narrows or closes as you breathe in, hampe ..read more
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Clear Correct vs. Invisalign – What’s the Difference?
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by marshdigital02@gmail.com
2y ago
Only teenagers wear aligners to help straighten their teeth and achieve a beautiful smile, right? Not anymore. Today, one-quarter of all orthodontic patients are adults. [1] Nearly 80% of adults who have straightened their teeth stated that it was one of the most “valuable transformations they have ever done”, while more than 90% said that “straight teeth affected their confidence positively.” In addition, 75% said that they “saw at least some positive impact on their life as a result of their teeth straightening.” [2]. How are they the same? ClearCorrect and Invisalign have many similarities ..read more
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Clinical Dental Terminology
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by simpli
3y ago
Have you ever wondered what the heck everyone is talking about at the dentist but had your mouth so full of things you didn’t even know existed that you couldn’t ask? Lucky for you, we have nothing better to do then write a long, very long list, of clinical dental terms that you may, and very well may not find interesting! Abscess abscess: Acute or chronic localized inflammation, probably with a collection of pus, associated with tissue destruction and, frequently, swelling; usually secondary to infection. acute abscess: An inflammatory reaction to pulpal infection and necrosis characterized ..read more
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Mouthy Video: Behind the Scenes
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by simpli
3y ago
Mouthy Video: Behind the Scenes Our team is far from the stars of Mad Men but we have fun and love creating great content to share with the people of our communiities. Marketing allows us to be creative and show the less than boring side of dentistry. Here are some photos from behind the scenes of the making of our Mouthy Video with our friends at Munz Media. The post Mouthy Video: Behind the Scenes appeared first on Simpli Dental ..read more
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