Share a tip/lesson you learned from your father for a chance to enter to win a $100 MingShine GC, $50 MoltiSanti GC, Sonicare toothbrush.

Submissions end on Friday, May 19 2017.

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One of the common misconceptions about dental health is that it is practically normal to lose all your teeth when you are growing old. In truth, dentists believe that if only people took care of their teeth, it can last them a lifetime.

The mouth changes as one grow older. The nerves in the teeth may become less sensitive to cavities that if you miss out of a dental appointment, the cavities may grow and you wouldn’t be aware of it until the tooth starts to hurt. If you want to stay healthy and feel good about yourself even if you’re getting older, it is important to keep watch of your dental health care practices. It will surprise you of the big difference it can make to your life. ,

So how do you maintain a good set of teeth while you age? Here are some tips you could follow:

• Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Use soft bristled toothbrush to keep your teeth and gums from getting damaged in the process. If you have the extra budget, you may opt to use the electronic toothbrush. Such divide can do wonders to your teeth.

• Make sure to clean the parts between the teeth. Using a dental floss can help you on this task but there are also other types of flosses that can be used. Make sure to ask your dentist for suggestions to make sure that the one you buy is a right fit.

• If you are wearing dentures, make sure to clean them on a daily basis. Whether they are partial or full dentures, make sure to remove them from your mouth at least four hours each day. Dentists recommend that dentures be removed during the night.

• Drink tap water as much as you can. Not only does it help keep you hydrated, but their fluoride content helps keep cavities away from the teeth. No matter how old you are, your teeth will need fluoride protection.

By adopting these dental routine tips, making smart choices about the food and drink that you take and seeing your dentist regularly, you can make your natural teeth last a lifetime.

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To celebrate Mother’s Day and all the wonderful Mom’s in our community. Core Dental Group has partnered up with amazing businesses to commemorate moms everywhere.

Do you know an amazing mom, whether she’s a community hero, the glue that holds the entire family together, or simply the best mom in the world, here’s a chance to recognize the difference she makes!

Nominate your Mom by telling us why she is amazing, and she will
be entered to win 1 of 5 prizes.

• Grand Prize: Core Dental Group Mom Smile Make Over
• Skin Glow Package by Forever Young Spa Laser Spa – Valued at $175
• Dinner for your family at Famoso Christy’s Corner – Valued at $250
• Haircut, Treatment and Scalp Massage by Studio Mi – Valued at $150
• Electronic Toothbrush via Core Dental Group

Submissions end on Friday, May 19 2017.

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If not, your nomination may be withdrawn if your nominee does not want to be included in our contest. Please confirm before proceeding. *Please note that this nomination may be public on our coredentalgroup.ca site and social media platforms.

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And yet very few people know that drinking water is good for the teeth too, especially when the water you drink every day is fluoridated. In particular, why id water good for your teeth? Here are the top reasons why:

Water helps strengthen the teeth.

Fluoridated water may seem like a regular part of your routine, but drinking it makes a huge difference in the health of your teeth. People who drink fluoridated water puts another blanket of natural protection on their teeth to keep the cavities out. Not all areas in Canada serve fluoridated water, make sure that your provider does. You could only imagine your teeth with that extra layer of protection to last you a lifetime.

Water helps keep the mouth clean.

It can be very tempting to wash down your food with a cup of soda or juice or maybe even coffee, but they leave behind traces of sugar that may be harmful to your teeth. The cavity-causing bacteria in the mouth love to sugar and in the process, they produce acid that harms the natural coating of the teeth. Water, however, cleans the mouth washing away leftover food and other residues. A sip of water can do your oral health a lot of good.

Water helps you by fighting dry mouth syndrome.

Saliva is an important component of the mouth. Not only does it help keep the mouth moisturized, but it helps fight tooth decay too. Saliva helps keep the teeth strong by washing them with phosphate, calcium, and fluoride. When your saliva runs low, the risk for dry mouth gets higher putting your teeth at risk for decay. This is when drinking water becomes very helpful. Hydrating yourself with water helps reduce the risk for dry mouth; thus, reducing the risk of developing tooth decay as well.

Drinking water is good for your body. If you want to keep cavities from forming on or around your teeth, drinking water is the simplest way you can do it. So the next time you feel thirsty, drinking water is better than drinking any other drink.

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To keep you from choking or from aspirating food, it is important that you avoid these foods immediately.

• Alcoholic beverages are bad for you, especially when it already hurts when you swallow. Although some may think that the alcohol from the beverage may help kill the bacteria that may be causing the discomfort, it is actually is the other way around. The acid from alcoholic beverages hastens the growth of bacteria causing it to hurt even more.

• Spicy foods are a big No-No when you have swallowing problems. It could cause the throat to swell. When it does, you will have to see a throat specialist immediately for treatment. When you avoid eating spicy foods, you can help your throat heal and the pain from swallowing to go away.

• Dry crumbly foods are also bad for those who have swallowing problems. They may further contribute to the drying of the throat causing it to get easily scratched by these crumbly foods. When you have swallowing problems, stop yourself from eating that slice of cake, eating a banana or indulging in peanut butter.

The treatment for problems with swallowing depends on what caused it; thus, it is highly important to consult a dentist first to find out what could be causing it. The dentist will then give you recommendations as to the doctor that you need to see immediately.

However, a swallowing problem should not hinder you from feeding your body with its much-needed nutrients. These are the types of foods that you can eat. They are divided into four categories allowing you to have more options than you think you have.

• Thin liquids like ice cream, gelatin or even broth are good for you because they easily get dissolved in the mouth.

• Nectar-like foods should that drips off the spoon like a milkshake or cream soup should be good for you. They help sooth the throat.

• Honey-like foods such as tomato sauce or honey should be a good alternative as well. They help you nourish the body without harming the throat in the process.

• Spoon-thick liquids like that of a pudding or a custard should be good for your diet too.

   

Indeed, suffering from a swallowing problem can be quite tough, but it doesn’t mean that you have to give up altogether. Instead, use it as an opportunity for you to discover the many other food options that are good for your body and your oral health as well.

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One of the common misconceptions about dental health is that it is practically normal to lose all your teeth when you are growing old. In truth, dentists believe that if only people took care of their teeth, it can last them a lifetime.

The mouth changes as one grow older. The nerves in the teeth may become less sensitive to cavities that if you miss out of a dental appointment, the cavities may grow and you wouldn’t be aware of it until the tooth starts to hurt. If you want to stay healthy and feel good about yourself even if you’re getting older, it is important to keep watch of your dental health care practices. It will surprise you of the big difference it can make to your life.

So how do you maintain a good set of teeth while you age? Here are some tips you could follow:

• Brush your teeth at least twice a day. Use soft bristled toothbrush to keep your teeth and gums from getting damaged in the process. If you have the extra budget, you may opt to use the electronic toothbrush. Such divide can do wonders to your teeth.

• Make sure to clean the parts between the teeth. Using a dental floss can help you on this task but there are also other types of flosses that can be used. Make sure to ask your dentist for suggestions to make sure that the one you buy is a right fit.

• If you are wearing dentures, make sure to clean them on a daily basis. Whether they are partial or full dentures, make sure to remove them from your mouth at least four hours each day. Dentists recommend that dentures be removed during the night.

• Drink tap water as much as you can. Not only does it help keep you hydrated, but their fluoride content helps keep cavities away from the teeth. No matter how old you are, your teeth will need fluoride protection.

By adopting these dental routine tips, making smart choices about the food and drink that you take and seeing your dentist regularly, you can make your natural teeth last a lifetime.

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Choosing to eat healthily is easy to do, but sticking to it can be quite tough, especially when you are wearing dental braces. Apart from thinking about your dental health, you also have to consider foods that will not get stuck in between the braces on your teeth. Here are some tips on food items you shouldn’t eat when you’re wearing braces.

Dental braces are a delicate orthodontic appliance. Foods that are chewy, sticky or very hard to chew can easily cause the braces to break. The foods you should avoid eating includes:

• Ice — it can be quite tempting to chew on ice, but remember that doing so is not doing your teeth any good. Not only can it make your teeth sensitive to too much cold, but it could also cause damages that won’t be evident until it’s too late.

• Nuts — nuts are not only delicious, but they contain nutrients too. However, eating too many nuts might cause problems when you’re wearing braces. They could get in between those braces and cause it to reshape, which won’t be good.

• Chewy candy or gummy — chewy candies are a big No-No to those wearing braces. Their sticky texture like that of gummy makes it impossible for them not to stick to the braces on the teeth.

• Hard pretzels — pretzels may be delicious but they are too hard to bite. The purpose of braces is to put pressure on the teeth so that they would move to where they should be. With the pressure you apply to be able to take a bite of that pretzel, it can move your braces and affect the overall desired output.

In general, foods that you need to bite on to eat puts your braces at risk of breaking. But this shouldn’t stop you from eating the food that you like. Instead of biting, you can cut them into small bite sizes to easily eat them. The corn can be taken off the cob and that makes a lot of difference.

Eating healthy is not just a choice you make because you are wearing braces and you don’t want them to break. Choose to eat healthy because that is what your body needs.

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Whenever feel a tinge of pain or discomfort in their dental health, readily they would dismiss it as tooth cavities. Some would even think of the possible options their dentists would talk to them about. Root canal or tooth extraction – whatever the process may be, the goal remains the same. You just want to get rid of the tooth discomfort for good.

But are you aware that the foods that you eat – when they are extremely hot or cold – could cause pain and discomfort too? The sharp pains that you experience whenever you eat something hot or cold do not always mean cavities. They could be a sign of tooth sensitivity. Such condition usually happens when there is thinning of the natural tooth enamel or if you are suffering from the receding gums condition.

While you are waiting for the dentist to diagnose the problem and what could be causing it, the best thing to do is to use soft-bristled toothbrushes to ease the pain of cleaning sensitive teeth. Instead of skipping brushing altogether, it is best to use soft-bristled brushes to help alleviate the symptoms of teeth sensitivity and what could be causing it.

Did you know that toothaches could also be symptoms of a more severe health condition? The sharp stabbing pain that you feel whenever you chew and swallow then it may not be just a simple case of cracked tooth. Throbbing and constant pain could be a symptom of the presence of an abscess in the teeth and gums. An infection as such could easily be taken care of by a dental professional. Never try to find a cure for it on your own, as you might just do more harm than good.

There are more than a handful of reasons why people suffer from a toothache. It isn’t always tooth cavities you are dealing with. Sometimes, it can be caused by the foods that we eat or the lack of dental health care routine.

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In many instances, the moment people notice their gums bleed, they come in to see their dentist to find out what’s wrong. They also think that the culprit of bleeding gums might be their toothbrush or their toothpaste brand. However, dentists want to emphasize that bleeding gums are one of the first signs of a gum disease. Although there might be a number of reasons why the gums bleed, the primary the concern to make it stop bleeding by finding out what could be causing it.

Did you know that bleeding gums is also a sign that you may be suffering from a serious illness you might not be aware of? Bleeding gums can mean a lot of discomfort. The pain that it comes with may not be as severe as that of a toothache, but it is something that gets your attention every time. Are there ways you can minimize gum bleeding?

Gums and Brushing

In one’s desire to have the brightest, whitest smile, they are tempted to brush their teeth as vigorously as they could. However, little do people know that their gums are made from very delicate tissues that improper brushing alone could cause a lot of damage. Whether it is a manual toothbrush or an electronic one you are using, it is important that you choose the one made with soft nylon bristles with blunted ends. There are medium and hard brushes available in the market too, most of them could cause damage to the enamel of your teeth and at the same time cause redness or swelling on your gums.

When you are brushing, make sure to make gentle, circular motions sort off massaging the teeth and gums. While many use the back and forth motion to clean their teeth, such motion could not only spread the germs in the mouth, but it could damage the gums too. Dentists emphasize that the back and forth motion actually makes the gums bleed and more likely recede.

Gums and Flossing

Flossing is an important part of the daily oral health care routine. it helps you remove plaque from places where the toothbrush couldn’t reach. However, it is important to take extra care when flossing because too much of it could cause the gums to bleed or swell. If possible, gently slide it up and down following the natural curve of the teeth to avoid it from hitting the gums and hurting it in the process.

When it seems there is no other option, make sure to see your dentist immediately when the gums swell or bleed. They can help you realize what could be causing it and how to prevent it from happening again.

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Although you won’t be the one who will decide, it always helps to know a bit more about the procedure you’re about to undertake. Here are some of the most common dental treatments to consider:

• Bonding

Bonding is a restorative procedure that involves the application of composite tooth bonding. This is the procedure that dentists conduct for those who need to have their tooth repaired because it has decayed, been chipped, discolored or even fractured. Bonding can also be used to close tooth gaps. Bonding is done in the dental clinic unlike some dental treatments like veneers.

• Braces

Braces are a common procedure for those who wants their teeth realigned. Those who have bite related problems (both overbite and underbite) could benefit from getting braces too. Dentist recommends braces to those whose teeth need to be realigned by applying steady pressure on the teeth. Braces are worn for a few years.

• Bridges and Implants

Both implants and bridges are procedures that aim to replace a missing tooth or teeth. Bridges are a bit similar with dentures. Perhaps the only difference is that they are meant only to replace a missing tooth while anchored on the neighboring teeth. Dental implants, as the name suggests, are tooth replacements implanted on the gums with artificial roots.

• Dental Crowns

For those with cracked or broken teeth, dentists recommend having dental crowns installed. They are often referred to as caps because it sits on top of the broken tooth that lies above the gum line. Dental crowns or caps make sure that no food particles get the teeth to prevent tooth decay from the inside.

Which one of these should you consider? It is all up to you. Don’t forget to get your dentist’s recommendation to make sure that you end up with the right one. After all, your dentist is there to ensure that you always have healthy teeth and gums.

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