Oral Hygiene

Some people may think eating popcorn is okay while wearing braces. However, to avoid damaging your braces, you shouldn’t eat popcorn.  While abstaining from eating your favorite foods is difficult, popcorn can damage your braces. It can also hurt your teeth and gums. According to Dr. Nandita Lilly, “hard, crunchy, sticky, and chewy foods can […]

Wisdom teeth, also known as third molars, are the teeth that develop in the back of the mouth and often emerge during early adulthood. Most people have all four wisdom teeth, but many have fewer than four. Some have no wisdom teeth at all or have extra wisdom teeth.1, 2 Many people don’t have jaws […]

Why is Flossing Important? When you brush your teeth, you clean the front, back and top surfaces of each tooth. However, the sides of your teeth may not get cleaned. This is because brushing alone can’t reach the spaces between your teeth. Flossing allows you to clean between your teeth. It removes plaque and food […]

Vaping devices contain nicotine, which can cause tooth discoloration. When you vape, the nicotine gets trapped inside enamel pores. This results in stains and discoloration. Tooth discoloration from vaping can be yellow, brown, or black. The color depends on the type of e-juice you use. Brushing your teeth after vaping will not prevent discoloration. What […]

Meet the Expert Dr. Jennifer Silver earned Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Melbourne, Australia. She now practices at Macleod Trail Dental Clinic and Southcentre Dental where she specializes in General Dentistry. We asked Dr. Jennifer Silver about interdental brushes. Here's what she had to say. What are Interdental Brushes? Interdental brushes are […]

Should You Floss Before or After Brushing? It’s best to floss your teeth before you brush them. Research shows flossing before brushing has more benefits, including: Flossing releases interdental plaque, food particles, and bacteria that have built up between your teeth. When you floss after you brush, those particles linger in your mouth. They can […]

Managing Oral Health Conditions Caused by Medications: A Comprehensive Guide Prescription and over-the-counter medications are essential for managing various health conditions. However, it's important...

A dental examination in Dubai is a comprehensive assessment of your oral health conducted by a dentist or dental professional.

How Much Does a Dental Check-Up Cost?  A dental checkup can cost between $0 and $500+ depending on several factors, including your insurance, location, and the dentist’s pricing. A dental checkup is a routine dental exam to assess your teeth, gums, and oral health. Regular dental examinations can detect problems with the mouth, like tooth decay.

What are the Best Colors for Braces? Braces are orthodontic appliances that straighten teeth and realign the jaw by using a system of metal brackets and wires. While adolescents most commonly wear braces, many adults also wear them. You can choose the color of your braces when your orthodontist first applies them. You can also […]