Doug's Dental Advice
It’s never too late to take care of your teeth. If you’re a young man currently in your 20s, now is a good time to get braces. Straightening crooked teeth will not only improve your smile, but it will also keep your teeth healthier for longer.
The good news is that custom braces are designed to treat your specific condition. Therefore, your treatment time is significantly reduced and the braces will look better inside your mouth. Read More»
In all sports that involve collision or impact to your body, there is a likelihood that you may get hit around your mouth area. Wearing a mouthguard may not protect you from getting hit, but it will lower the chances of getting severe mouth injuries. Some of these injuries that can be averted include knocked-out teeth, cut lips and damaged, chipped or cracked teeth.
Choosing The Right Mouthguard
You will have different choices when it comes to sports mouthguards. Read More»
Bad breath is an uncomfortable and embarrassing reality for some. It could reduce your confidence and keep you from pursuing personal ventures. Usually, it is something in your daily activity that, if changed, could give you fresh breath and boost your confidence.
Here are 5 possible reasons why you may have bad breath.
#1. Oral Hygiene
This is perhaps the most crucial requirements for fresh breath. If you do not floss or brush your teeth regularly, your mouth will have a bad odour. Read More»
Because of a reduced calcium diet, jaws have become too small to allow the successful growth of wisdom teeth. This has, however, not stopped them from sprouting. As your dentist would advise, it is wise to have your wisdom teeth removed.
Here are 5 reasons why you should have a dentist remove your wisdom teeth.
1. More Space for Your Teeth
Wisdom teeth are usually the last to grow. They come after all adult teeth have grown, usually between ages 17 and 25. Read More»
The adhesive you use on your dentures may be effective; however, it may be giving you a problem. When you take your dentures out, it feels like a lot of the adhesive is still in your mouth. It may stick to your gums and palate.
Why is this happening and what can you do about it?
You’re Applying Too Much Adhesive
If you use a lot of adhesive on your dentures, then it might not work right. Read More»
