Dental Sealants: The Quick, Painless Way to Protect Young Teeth from Cavities A guide to modern preventive care, molar protection, and cavity prevention with Family Dental Guelph. SEPTEMBER 4, 2026 / BY FAMILY DENTAL CENTRE / PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY / DENTAL PREVENTION Even if your child brushes and flosses diligently, reaching every tiny groove
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A complete guide to establishing healthy oral care habits with your Children’s Dentist in Guelph. AUGUST 31, 2026 / BY FAMILY DENTAL CENTRE / CHILDREN’S DENTISTRY / DENTAL PREVENTION Getting kids to brush their teeth twice a day can sometimes feel like an uphill battle. Morning rushes and bedtime tiredness often turn what should
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How to Prepare Your Child for a Positive, Stress-Free First Dental Checkup A guide to early pediatric dental comfort, gentle care tips, and building stress-free habits with your Family Dentist. AUGUST 28, 2026 / BY FAMILY DENTAL CENTRE / PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY / DENTAL PREVENTION A child’s first visit to the dentist sets the tone for
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You brush, you floss, you do everything right — so why are there white spots on your teeth? It’s a question we hear often at our dental clinic in Guelph, and the answer might surprise you. White spots aren’t just a cosmetic concern — they can be a sign of what’s happening beneath the surface
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Plaque is a film of bacteria that forms on your teeth and gums after eating foods that produce acids. These foods may include carbohydrates (starches and sugars), such as candy and cookies, and starchy foods such as bread, crackers, and cereal. Tooth decay, commonly known as cavities, occurs when plaque remains on your teeth for
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Teeth grinding, also called bruxism, is often viewed as a harmless, though annoying, habit. Some people develop bruxism from an inability to deal with stress or anxiety. However, teeth grinding can literally transform your bite relationship and worse, severely damage your teeth and jaws over long periods of time. Teeth grinding can cause abrasion to
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Any kind of cut to your face and the delicate soft tissues inside your mouth should be addressed immediately in order to prevent further tissue damage and infection. If a traumatic injury involves a broken facial bone such as the jaw, nose, chin or cheek, maxillofacial surgery may be required. WithBody Text Any kind of
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If you wince with pain after sipping a hot cup of coffee or chewing a piece of ice, chances are that you suffer from “dentin hypersensitivity,” or more commonly, sensitive teeth. Hot and cold temperature changes cause your teeth to expand and contract. Over time, your teeth can develop microscopic cracks that allow these sensations
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An estimated sixty-five percent of Americans have bad breath. Over forty-million Americans have “chronic halitosis,” which is persistent bad breath. Ninety percent of all halitosis is of oral, not systemic, origin. Americans spend more than $1 billion a year on over the counter halitosis products, many of which are ineffective because they only mask the
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Saliva is one of your body’s natural defenses against plaque because it acts to rinse your mouth of cavity-causing bacteria and other harmful materials. Dry mouth (also called Xerostomia) is a fairly common condition that is caused by diminished saliva production. People with medical conditions, such as an eating disorder or diabetes, are often plagued
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