It might sound like a broken record for us to tell you that brushing and flossing your teeth is the foundation of a healthy mouth, but it’s true––and it’s often neglected. In this blog, we’re going to look at why these two tasks are necessary for a healthy smile.
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Saskatoon, Why You Should Visit Your Dentist Regularly.
At Midtown Dental, we can say with certainty that the number one way our patients neglect their oral health is by failing to keep a regular check-up schedule. Regular visits to your dentist are vital to maintaining your oral health –– even if you think everything is fine! Continue reading to find out why we recommend visiting us 1-2 times per year.
Stress & Your Teeth: How to Manage Bruxism
Your dentist can see your habits like a map on your teeth. One thing we notice a lot as dentists is Bruxism. When we encounter stress and anxiety in our day to life, that can often cause physiological responses in our body, and have consequences for our teeth! This blog will tell you all about bruxism, what it encompasses, and some tips to help manage this condition.
New Year, New Smile! Explore Cosmetic Dentistry
At Midtown Dental, we know that your smile is your number one asset! Cosmetic dentistry is about helping you reclaim your smile so you can live your best life with dental procedures that enhance not only the appearance of your teeth but also the functionality of your mouth and, ultimately, the longevity of your oral health. We don’t have any gimmicks, and we aren’t going to try to sell you something you don’t need; we understand that self-consciousness can often reside in a person’s smile, and we love to help people feel good about their smile! Whether you’d like to improve the appearance of your smile, or need to replace or repair lost or damaged teeth, there is a range of services available to help you achieve your best smile.
How to Fix a Cavity: Our 2 Most Common Procedures
A cavity is a permanently damaged area in the hard surface of your teeth which develops tiny openings or holes. These begin to grow as the acid produced by plaque build-up begins to damage the layers of the tooth. At Midtown Dental, we work closely with you to identify and treat cavities before they require more costly interventions, such as root canals or extraction. Depending on the nature, location and severity of damage, your dentist may recommend a dental amalgam, a composite filling, or a crown—keep reading for an overview of how they each work, plus some tips for how to avoid needing them!
Build Healthy Oral Hygiene Habits at Kidtown!
At Midtown Dental, the oral hygiene of children is our specialty. The first dental visit sets the stage for healthy oral care habits, and regular dental visits can prevent anxiety and tooth decay, both of which have lasting effects for your child’s oral health. We offer the fun of Kidtown to help mitigate any anxiety and make regular dental visits exciting for our little patients!
You have a cavity: what does that mean?
At Midtown Dental, we emphasize preventive care and good oral hygiene habits to prevent things like cavities, halitosis, and gum disease. Cavities can happen sometimes even when we do our best. Don’t worry, we will explain what cavities are and how you can best prevent them.
5 ways to help you maintain oral health between checkups
Between your dental appointments, it is imperative to consider how your habits impact your oral health.Our bodies are an interconnected system which functions best when we pay attention to every piece. Here are some ways you can maintain your oral health between dental checkups.
5 Ways to Help Your Child Brush Their Teeth Daily
Good oral hygiene from infancy sets the foundation for lifelong oral health.
Set your child up for a lifetime of healthy smiles by helping them to form good dental care habits early. Regular brushing is essential to oral health, but not all children grow up wanting to brush their teeth. The kid’s dentists at Midtown Dental want to help you develop good dental hygiene habits in your kids. Keep reading for our tips to help you develop good oral care habits with your kids.
What to do about a chipped tooth
Although our teeth are among the strongest materials in the human body, they are still susceptible to injury. A chipped or fractured tooth is a common, often preventable condition resulting from excessive or repetitive force or physical impact. Not all teeth break the same—there are a variety of causes and types of tooth trauma. Depending on the nature and severity of the fracture to your tooth, you may require emergency treatment. Our Saskatoon dentists give their advice on what to do if you or your child has chipped or fractured a tooth.
