What Is Gingivitis? Gingivitis is a common form of early gum disease that results when oral bacteria cause inflammation in your gums. If caught early and treated thoroughly by a dental hygienist, it can be halted and reversed. If not, it can advance into a more severe gum disease called periodontitis, which can cause bone […]

Why Kids Suck Their Thumb or Pacifier Both thumb sucking and pacifier use habits are actually a form of self soothing that your child likely uses when they are very upset, or feeling stressed, confused, frustrated, or unable to properly express the emotions. If your child is a regular thumb sucker, or wants to use […]

Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world, with more than 50 percent of people drinking a cup daily. Other foods and drinks such as wine, chocolate-flavored beverages, and pop  can all cause tooth enamel discolorations. A hot cup of coffee, however, goes one step farther: extreme temperature changes in your mouth […]

How Do Cavities Develop? Human mouths are crawling with hundreds of different strains of bacteria. Some are helpful and maintain good health, while others are not. Certain bacteria process the sugars in food and release acid as a bi-product. Although minor tooth decay can be naturally reversed by your body, Drs. Bommarito, Cascioli, Zariczniak and […]

Approved by the Canadian Dental Association The Canadian Dental Association approves dental products such as toothbrushes, mouthwashes, floss, and toothpastes when they meet certain quality standards. Before products can display the seal, the Canadian Dental Association must verify that the product actually does what it claims. So be sure to make sure the toothpaste or product has the […]