We have all heard someone crack a joke about how the dental hygienist makes them bleed or the hygienist has cut their gums. But can dental hygienists cause damage to the gums in our mouths? If a...
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Dental veneers can vary in colour, shade, and vulnerability to staining. Older veneers are more susceptible to stains and discolouration. Sometimes, people may not like the colour of their veneers,...
Dental flossing can help remove food stuck between the teeth and disturb the bacteria that can cause gum disease and tooth decay. But can flossing damage the teeth? As a dental hygienist, I often...
Working in a dental office, you see firsthand what happens behind the scenes. From the finite details of scheduling, ordering supplies, and patient management, there is lots more than meets the eye,...
Getting a tooth or multiple teeth extracted can be a lot on our mouths. Thankfully, healing in the mouth starts very quickly. When I have a patient getting a tooth extracted, I will go over post-op...
Clenching and grinding, also called bruxism, can cause irreversible damage to teeth and jaw. As a hygienist, I counsel and recommend night guards to my patients who could benefit from them. Night...