oral health
What can be done about sensitive teeth?
Sensitive teeth respond to normal stimuli with brief instances of pain or tingling sensations. When your teeth are sensitive, you may feel a twinge of discomfort when you eat something hot or cold. You may also feel pain if you bite down on food or your teeth are hit by air. With severe sensitivity, you…
What is the relationship between Diet and Oral Health?
Here at Acadia Dental at The Centre Mall, we want our patients to have healthy teeth and gums for life. You already know the importance of brushing, flossing and avoiding sugary foods and beverages for optimal oral hygiene, but you can also improve your oral health by eating the right types of foods. Here are…
Brushing and Flossing: Why You Should Do Both
"Your gums are bleeding because you don't floss." If you're anything like the 32% of Americans that never flosses, you've probably heard this line from your dentist more times than you can count. You may go home with the intention of flossing, but after a day or two, it falls by the wayside. But oral…
How to Prepare Your Kids for Their First Dental Visit
Is your child about to take their first trip to the dentist? Let's face it, the dentist can be a scary place for a child. It's a new environment with new people. And these new strangers are going to poke and prod at your mouth? No thanks. But, while we'll admit a trip to the…
Do You Have Bleeding Gums?
We understand how alarming it must be to see blood in your sink after brushing your teeth, but there is no need to panic! Gums might be just a tiny part of our body, but they actually have a big job. For starters, they protect the roots and neck of our teeth from bacteria.…
Debunking Myths About Cavities
Cavities are a very common problem in both adults and children, and many people will have at least one in their lifetime. There are a number of myths and misconceptions around cavities that we see in our work, and in this blog, we’re going to debunk the most common of them. What is a cavity? …
Awesome Dental Tips That Moms Need to Know
There are so many reasons as to why you should keep your family’s teeth and gums as healthy as possible: *Maintaining their sparkling smiles. *Avoiding toothaches and discomfort. *Being able to chew for good nutrition. *Avoiding gum disease and other serious problems. Don’t worry! The great news is that there are simple ways…
Deep Dental Cleaning/ Dental Hygiene and Its Benefits
Most of us are familiar with the semi-annual professional cleanings of our teeth, right? It is a routine procedure that is covered by most dental insurance, and they help us keep our teeth clean and healthy. Some people, however, tend to neglect their teeth cleanings or prophylaxis, or some have more serious issues with their…
Can Eating Disorders Affect One’s Oral Health?
Eating disorders know no age, gender, or a specific type of person. While female teenagers and women most commonly suffer from diseases like anorexia, bulimia and compulsive overeating, they can still affect anyone. Such disorders can have many negative impacts on someone’s mental and physical health. Acadia Dental knows that these health issues can also…
