Imagine boarding a flight for your tropical vacation, only to be greeted by a painful, throbbing toothache before you even hit the beach. Here’s the kicker: most travel-related dental emergencies are preventable. And an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.

A new year often means a fresh start, and for many people, that includes a checkup at the dentist! Dental x-rays are a routine part of most exams. If you come in with a concern, an x-ray is often one of the first tools we use to find the cause. Are Dental X-rays (aka Radiographs) Safe? The answer is YES, they are safe : Dental x-rays use very low levels of radiation. Also, we use them for a clear clinical reason. However, we still limit how often we take them, and that's on purpose. To find...

The Bacteria-Sugar Relationship Cavity-causing bacteria (e.g. Streptococcus mutans) feed on sugar. By doing so, these bacteria release acids. These acids weaken your tooth enamel. Continued weakening of the tooth enamel eventually leads to a cavity. Once a cavity forms, we need to repair the structure with beautifully colour-matched fillings to prevent further decay. Does Frequency Matter MoreThan Amount? Yes. Stephan’s Curves show how sugar consumption over the course of a day affects pH...