While some patients can benefit from using mouthwash, oral hygiene consists of many factors, so an oral rinse is not always essential. Understanding what these products do and how to use them effectively is crucial. What Does Mouthwash Do? Many people use mouthwash because it can help disguise bad breath. It leaves the mouth feeling…
Is sugar a dental supervillain, or are dentists exaggerating? The results are in, and they’re not good. Excessive sugar consumption correlates with an increased risk of weight gain, inflammation, cardiovascular disease, and other chronic diseases. The effect on your teeth can be just as frightening. It’s not the sugar itself that is harmful here, but…
Dental technology improves by leaps and bounds every year, making modern dentistry an exciting field. In April 2021, the Medit i700 changed how the dental community views intraoral scanners. Thanks to this device, 3D dental images are now quicker, more comfortable, and more accurate. The secret to the success of this machine is its accompanying…
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…
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