Expect a change in your eating habits when recovering from wisdom teeth surgery. Scrambled eggs, broth, smoothies, and other soft foods should make up your diet as you recover from surgery […]
What to Eat & Drink After Wisdom Teeth Removal
10 Tips to Prevent Gum Recession
Gum recession is a common dental issue. Caused by a combination of lifestyle, environmental, and hygiene factors, this condition leads to the gums pulling away from the teeth. Gum recession can create pockets for bacteria to breed and thrive, which can lead to all kinds of dental conditions. But how do you prevent gum recession? […]
Do You Have to Get Your Wisdom Teeth Out?
When it comes to your dental health, one thing that worries many people is the question of whether or not they need to have their wisdom teeth removed. Fortunately, not everybody needs to have these teeth removed, but if your wisdom teeth are impacted and causing disease processes, your dentist may recommend removing them to […]
What Is the Canada Dental Benefit? Your FAQs Answered
Everyone needs dental care, especially children. Dental exams, crowns, and restorative dental services are necessary to protect your family’s health. No one should lose access to dental care because of financial trouble, and the Canada Dental Benefit was recently launched to help support this need. You likely have several questions about this benefit, which we […]
How to Clean Invisalign
One of the primary benefits of Invisalign is that they’re removable. This makes eating, drinking, and brushing easier and allows you to take a break from your aligners for special events. Removing your Invisalign to practice your oral hygiene routine daily is critical for healthy teeth and gums, but cleaning the Invisalign aligners is necessary, […]
Does Fluoride Whiten Teeth?
Fluoride is a mineral that can have many positive benefits for our teeth, like reducing your risk of cavities or tooth decay. Fluoride does not directly whiten teeth but can be combined with teeth-whitening treatments to help reduce tooth sensitivity. At Southgate Dental Centre, we provide fluoride treatments with regular dental cleanings to help promote […]
Can Dental Crowns Be Replaced?
Dental crowns are a popular solution for restoring damaged or decayed teeth. These custom-made caps are designed to fit perfectly over the top of your tooth. But what if your crown is damaged or needs to be replaced? Are dental crowns replaceable? Dental crowns can and should be replaced if necessary due to wear and […]
6 Alternatives to Flossing
Flossing isn’t everyone’s favourite activity, and there are many reasons why you might dread having to perform the task each morning. Nonetheless, flossing is crucial to our oral hygiene and combating plaque that builds up on our teeth. Without it, you’re more likely to experience gum disease, cavities, and other oral health issues. Therefore, we’ve […]
Can You Eat with Invisalign On?
There are great advantages to having Invisalign as your orthodontic treatment. One of the main benefits being how simple eating will be. While you can’t eat with your Invisalign on, you can easily remove your clean aligners before a snack or meal. Being able to remove your Invisalign before you eat makes a world of […]
Is Invisalign Worth It?
A smile is an expression of positive feelings and is often contagious. Yet, many people hide their smiles because they don’t like the appearance of their teeth. You want to enjoy your smile but need a solution that fits your comfort and lifestyle. For patients who believe traditional braces are an eyesore, Invisalign is a […]
