We all want our teeth to be as white and perfect as possible. But with all the coffee, tea, and red wine we consume, it can become challenging to keep our teeth looking their best. If you’re looking for ways to make your teeth whiter, there are a few things that you can do at...
Category: Oral Health
How Does Visiting Your Dentist Help Spot Oral Cancer?
According to the Oral Cancer Foundation, around 57,000 people are diagnosed with oral cancer every year. It leads to around 10,000 deaths annually, killing around one person per hour. And the survival rate of patients who are diagnosed with oral cancer after five years is only 50%. Keeping these figures in mind, it is vital...
Caring for Your Teeth During Pregnancy
Expecting a baby is a most exciting time! Did you know there are special considerations to be made regarding your oral health during pregnancy and breast-feeding? As dental professionals, we see many conditions affecting the mouth and teeth, with pregnancy near the top of the list in relation to gums.
Your Toothbrush – Germ-free!
Your toothbrush is used multiple times daily to clean debris and bacteria away from your teeth and gums. Did you know there are things you can do to help ensure your toothbrush remains clean and germ-free? Review the following easy tips to help keep your toothbrush clean and extend it’s useful life!
Caring for Your Teeth During the Summer Months
Ahhh, the lazy, hazy days of summer are upon us! Barbeques, later nights, hot weather and throwing routine out the window! Throw in the odd extra treat (especially those sugary freeze pops) and you may be more at risk for dental related problems.
The Fight Against Covid-19: Can an Oral Rinse Help?
Dr Mikhail and the team at Simcoe Family Dentistry are big advocates for improving oral health. As such, if you have been into the office in the last few years and are at a higher risk level for getting a cavity, it is quite likely that an oral rinse called Opti-Rinse made by X-Pur was recommended to you.
Wisdom Teeth – To Extract or Not To Extract?
Do you have wisdom teeth pain getting you down? Dr Mikhail has an extensive background in oral surgeries and often will extract wisdom teeth that require removal right here in our office.
Do You Use Your Teeth as Tools?
We have all been guilty of this at one time or another – using our teeth not to just chew food, but to open a package, bite our nails, or, believe it or not, popping the top off an old-school bottle of pop or beer!
Plaque vs Tartar (Calculus) – What is the Difference!?
You may have heard your dentist or dental hygienist refer to plaque, tartar or calculus on your teeth. You may have even noticed the build up yourself! The question is, what is the difference, and why does it matter which type of build up you have?
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month!
It has been estimated by Canadian Cancer Statistics that approximately three people in Canada per day will die from oral cancer. As with any cancer, early detection is key! Did you know that every time you visit your dental office for a routine visit, you receive an oral cancer screening?