Archive for August 2013
Time to Talk About – Bruxism
Say what? Bruxism is the medical term for teeth grinding. It can occur while awake or while asleep (known as sleep Bruxism). Startlingly, research has shown that some 85-90% of people will grind their teeth at some point during their lives, though it is believed that in only about 5% of people will this grinding…
Read MoreTime to Talk About – Dental Caries
“What the heck is Dental Caries?” you ask. “Cavities – we’re talking about cavities and tooth decay,” we answer. The phrase “Dental Caries” is merely the medical term for tooth decay, the oral infection that leads inevitably to cavities. Second only to the common cold, tooth decay is the most prevalent disease across the globe.…
Read MoreTime to Talk About – Dental Erosion
Did you know that your teeth, so well designed for long-term use by nature, possess a layer of protection that keeps them strong and healthy? It’s true, your teeth are protected by a layer of enamel; the hardest compound in the human body. Tooth enamel covers the crown of your teeth, the part of your…
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