Link: http://www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/cfyt/dental_care_children/fluoride.asp

Wychwood Dental Takeaways:

With more research behind us, we now recommend starting children on fluoridated toothpaste for children as early as 1-2 years old.

Wychwood Dental wishes you and your family a happy and safe holiday season and all the best for the New Year 2023! If you need any assistance from us during this time, feel free to get in touch with us by clicking here.

Link:  https://www.medbroadcast.com/healthfeature/gethealthfeature/common-ways-you-damage-your-teeth

Wychwood Dental Takeaways:

Another important tip that we stress when discussing oral hygiene is to not eat or drink anything other than water after you have brushed your teeth.

Link: https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/health-wellness-care/health-programs-advice/dental-and-oral-health-services/caring-for-your-teeth-gums-and-dentures/

Wychwood Dental Takeaways:

Make sure to ask your office to give your denture a thorough cleaning in their ultrasonic cleaning unit at each of your dental visits.

Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/how-to-prevent-cavities-1059134

Wychwood Dental Takeaways: 

Our team at Wychwood Dental have seen a dramatic improvement in our patients oral health after switching to an electronic toothbrush.

Link: http://www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/cfyt/dental_care_children/nutrition.asp

Wychwood Dental Takeaways: 

In my household, our rule is nothing to eat or drink, except water, after they have brushed their teeth at night.

Did you know that brushing your teeth after every meal isn’t enough to avoid dental cavities? The bristles on your toothbrush cannot reach between your teeth to pull out food particles or residue. So it doesn’t matter how many times you brush. These particles will stay put. To deal with these hard to reach spaces, you need to floss your teeth at least once a day.

Experts agree that children need food from all the major food groups to grow properly and stay healthy.

A dental abscess, or tooth abscess, is a buildup of pus that forms inside the teeth or gums.

Why floss?
Flossing is important because proper flossing helps remove plaque and food particles from those spaces between the teeth where a toothbrush can't reach.

Good oral health involves more than just brushing. To keep your teeth and mouth healthy for a lifetime of use, there are steps that you should follow. Here's what you should consider:

Dentin is a tissue that is calcified and consists of tiny tubules or tubes. It is the second layer of the tooth and is normally covered by enamel and covers the pulp, making up the majority of the tooth's structure.

Wychwood Dental wishes you and your family a blessed and wonderful Holiday Season, and a happy, healthy, and peaceful New Year 2021! 

Wychwood Dental has taken all necessary precautions to remain open and provide services to our patients during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Every industry has its own language and terms. These words and phrases can be confusing to anyone who is not part of the daily operations of a specific sector, and the dentistry business is no exception.

Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/signs-of-gum-disease-4129574 Wychwood Dental's takeaway: I always make a point to tell patients all possible issues they may experience after a filling, including sensitivity. Most issues are short in nature but it is always a good idea to let your dentist know if you are experiencing post-op sensitivity. This way you can have all your questions and concerns addressed. If the bite feels off after a few days, I always tell the patient to call and come in ASAP. Usually, a slight adjustment is all that is needed and if left untreated can cause more serious problems.

Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/coping-with-teeth-whitening-sensitivity-1059409

Link: https://www.healthline.com/health/dental-and-oral-health/tongue-scraping https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/bad-breath-what-causes-it-and-what-to-do-about-it-2019012115803 Wychwood Dental's takeaway: You will be amazed at what you are able to scrape off your tongue. The refreshing feeling afterwards will have you wanting to do this daily. Just don’t use excessive force and clean or change your tongue scraper frequently.

Link: https://www.verywellhealth.com/signs-of-gum-disease-4129574

Stick to your normal oral hygiene schedule. Brush two times a day for two minutes and floss daily