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Cavities, Bad Breath and Other Embarrassing Topics

Bad breath can ruin a first date, embarrass you in front of your friends, or have other unwanted consequences, and although everybody suffers from bad breath, no one seems to want to talk about it. Cavities often seem to be in the same category. Hi! My name is Josie, and I have struggled with cavities and bad breath in the past. I've even had unsightly ulcers between my gums and teeth. Sure, it's gross and a bit embarrassing to talk about, but there's no reason to be embarrassed. I think the internet is a fabulous place in that it lets us learn and talk about things that can be embarrassing to deal with in real life. That feeling lead me to create this blog. In this blog, I am going to offer information on cavities, bad breath and other "embarrassing" topics. I hope you learn a lot along the way!

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What to Expect at a Dental Check-Up

Posted on September 20, 2021

If you have not visited your dentist for a long time, or even never been to see one before, you may be concerned about what to expect during a check-up. This is perfectly understandable and many people needlessly worry about dental check-ups when just knowing what they can expect to happen will allay their fears. Importantly, a check-up is just that, and you won't be receiving any treatment, certainly not without speaking to you about it first. [Read More]

Managing Pain Due to Wisdom Teeth Removal

Posted on August 18, 2021

Wisdom teeth don't bother everyone, but when they do, they can feel incredibly painful or they can cause infections. Your dentist may decide that the best way to manage the problem is to remove your wisdom teeth. Using a few tips, you can minimise the pain when this happens. Quit Smoking in Advance Quitting smoking ahead of your wisdom teeth removal helps reduce pain in a couple of ways. First, it reduces your risk of infection. [Read More]

Learn 4 Types of Dentists Available For Your Unique Dental Situation

Posted on July 13, 2021

Dentistry is a broad medical field with different specialties. Each specialty handles specific dental issues. In this article, you'll learn various types of dentists to help you get the right oral services for your dental problem. 1. An Endodontist  Endodontists are also known as root canal experts. If your dentist declares that your tooth's pulp is infected or that the inner part of your tooth is badly damaged, they will refer you to an endodontist. [Read More]

The Importance of General Dentistry at Every Stage of Life

Posted on May 21, 2021

No matter what stage of life you are in, regular dental checkups are important for maintaining the health of your teeth and gums. From kids to elderly people, everyone can benefit from seeing a general dentist to make sure their oral health is good. Here are specific benefits that general dentistry provides to particular groups. Children Kids should see a dentist for the first time soon after their first tooth erupts. [Read More]