We are very fortunate to live in Canada where our standard of living is amongst the highest in the world. Our consumer driven economy allows us choices in almost every aspect of our life. We get to decide on what level of service and quality of consumer products we would like to obtain. For example,…
What makes a smile attractive?
Although many people understand the importance of a good smile, only half think that their smile makes the grade. A recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry revealed some interesting perceptions people have about smiles: 9 out of 10 people agree that an attractive smile is an important social asset. 3 out of…
How acid erosion damages your teeth and what to do about it
Acid-induced erosion of the teeth is an oral health issue that has been largely unrecognized and misdiagnosed. It is caused by a number of factors and results in damage to the dental health of millions of North Americans. Acid can cause the loss of enamel and dentin from the teeth. In addition, acid erosion magnifies…
The Plight of Cavities
Last time, we talked about the corrosive properties of soda that can lead to tooth decay. In our sugar-loving culture, some tooth decay is inevitable. Today, Dr. Brian Saby at Smiles by Saby is blogging from Red Deer, AB to discuss hidden cavities and how to avoid them. Sometimes tooth decay isn’t blatant or visible….
The Corrosive Power of Soft Drinks
Dr. Brian Saby, here, from Red Deer, AB. I’d like to switch gears a little bit today to offer you some insight on a useful tip that’ll help you avoid tooth decay when consuming soft drinks. As we all know, frequently consuming soft drinks can be pretty bad for your dental and overall health. Studies…
How Grinding Your Teeth Affects Your Dental Implants
From biting fingernails to smoking cigarettes, people turn to all sorts of bad habits to deal with different stressors in their life. One of these bad habits that can be detrimental to your oral health and success of your dental implants is bruxism. Bruxism or teeth grinding can often be the very reason people deal…
Invisalign – an alternative to traditional metal braces
Traditionally, if you wanted to move your teeth into better alignment, you had to wear metal braces. This is a predictable proven method to make corrections in tooth position, but if you suggest braces to many adults, you often get a somewhat negative response. Braces for adults are not always a sought-after solution The thought…
Common causes of loose teeth
In adults, loose teeth are a sign that something is wrong; a signal that you may have a dental issue that needs treatment. Without treatment, in many cases loose teeth can lead to tooth loss. What causes teeth to become loose? 1. Gum disease is one of the most common cause of loose teeth in…
How to decode dental-lingo and why it’s important
Lingo is defined as a dialect spoken by a particular group of people. Also known as jargon, these special languages are often used by professionals such as engineers, lawyers, doctors, and us dentists in order to exchange complex information and ideas in a succinct way. The trouble with jargon is, when it’s used outside of…
Don’t like the smile you were born with?
There are many reasons why people aren’t 100% satisfied with the smiles they were born with. Cosmetic issues such as crooked, misshapen or congenitally deformed teeth can cause people to feel embarrassed about their smiles. These same problems can also cause oral health problems if they make teeth harder to clean or if they impact…