All our lives, we’re reminded of unhealthy foods to avoid and the impacts they have on our health. But have you ever thought about how these foods affect your teeth? Cavities, gum irritation, and more can result from eating a plethora of bad foods. Here are our top 8 bad foods for your teeth. Citrus…
After years of dealing with stains and cosmetic issues, it’s time to get your teeth looking new again. That’s why some patients chose veneers to restore their appearance. So, what’s the difference between porcelain veneers and composite veneers? Here are the advantages and disadvantages of both. Porcelain Veneers – Advantages and Disadvantages Dentists typically favour…
Getting routine dental check-ups and brushing and flossing regularly is essential to a healthy mouth. But, there are other ways one can increase oral health. We’re breaking down the top four ways to improve oral health by reducing sugar intake. Cut Back on Sugary Snacks and Drinks We all crave something sweet now and again!…
Wisdom teeth are the molars that grow at the backmost portion of your mouth when you reach adulthood. If you’re unlucky, they can grow crooked, sideways, impacted, or otherwise misaligned. This misalignment can cause many complications for your oral health, and the most common solution is to have them removed. At Coast Family Dental, we…
Dental crowns are tooth-shaped caps made to fit on top of damaged natural teeth. Unlike your regular fillings, crowns have more substantial materials that can last a lifetime. At Coast Family Dental, we use them to restore your bite, improve your smile, and protect your teeth from further damage. Do You Need a Crown for…
3D Cone Beam computed technology is a modern form of x-ray equipment that produces three-dimensional images of your teeth, jawbone, nerves, and soft tissues in a single span. At Coast Family Dental, we prefer to use 3-D imaging for diagnosis because it offers many advantages for the patient, including: Higher Diagnostic Accuracy Cone Beam Imaging…
Substances like coffee, tea, red wine, and nicotine can stain your teeth. Teeth whitening counteracts the staining effects of these substances. If you’re thinking about whitening your teeth, there will be many benefits you’re aware of. But what about the less obvious advantages you’ll get from the procedure? Better Oral Health When dental stains are…
Chances are you have lost or know someone who’s lost a tooth. Accidents and oral diseases can lead to the loss of a natural tooth. Dental implants are effective as replacement teeth. The Importance of Dental Implants and Replacing Lost Teeth They Help Maintain Good Oral Health Losing a natural tooth or teeth disrupts a…
A regular dental check-up and clean is necessary for maintaining good oral health, especially after major holidays like Easter, to which chocolates and other sweet treats are central. Here we explore the benefits of this routine check for your oral and overall health. The Top 4 Benefits of a Dental Check-up and Clean Maintains Strong…
Teeth Whitening Looking for a treatment that promotes dental health, enhances any smile and boosts confidence? Teeth Whitening is a popular method in achieving these goals. Discolouration of teeth is very common and can occur for many reasons including consumption of coffee or smoking. Teeth Whitening is a simple and safe treatment that improves the…
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