I was scrolling through TikTok and came across this product called Chrom tooth polish and immediately thought, what the heck is that? As a dental hygienist, I always become intrigued when I see new...

When we have teeth problems, be it large cavities, broken teeth, or fractured roots, it can lead to tooth loss. Losing teeth can have a multitude of consequences and negatively affect our lives. But...

When my patients come to see me, a part of their visit includes my asking them about their oral hygiene routine. I get the odd patient who tells me they use mouthwash every time they brush, and I...

Going to the dental office can be an overwhelming experience, and we can easily forget what we have been told in terms of post-op instructions. Instructions can vary depending on treatments received,...

A large portion of my job consists of discussing with my patients about food and drink we consume that can contribute to poor oral health and cavities. Because I treat kids, I often speak to the...

Tooth gems have been around for thousands of years, dating from 1800 B.C. to A.D. 250, first placed by Mayan dentists. Nowadays, people are still getting tooth gems applied to their teeth. But now we...