If you’re not sure how to care for your child’s oral health and smile, then you have come to the right blog. Our dentist, Dr. John McMurray, and dental team are happy to tell you how to keep your child’s teeth and gums in tip-top shape. The more you know, the better! So, here are the tips you need: First,... read more »
Cavities can cause significant discomfort and limit your ability to bite and chew your grind food efficiently. If a cavity goes ignored the result can be pain, an abscess or even the loss of the tooth. Early tooth decay symptoms often include discomfort, a change in the texture of the tooth and increased sensitivity and discoloration.If you suspect that you... read more »
Are you aware, keeping your teeth clean and healthy is an extremely important for your oral health care? You probably understand that failing to keep your pearly whites clean can leave you more vulnerable to cavities and gum disease. We usually recommend scheduling a checkup with our dentist at least twice a year to have your teeth cleaned thoroughly, but... read more »
The wonderful cheer and treats are all around us this holiday season. With so much to feast on, it’s easy to let cavities invade your smile and damage your oral health. That is why our team here at Legacy Smiles Family Dental is happy to help you crush those cavities and restore your oral health with composite fillings. To help... read more »
If you allow your daily hygiene routine to become a token gesture towards oral care, then you might be allowing cavities to develop into real problems. The bacteria you don’t remove attacks your teeth and forms large pits that threaten the structure of your teeth. If they get to this stage, the cavity might be too big to repair with... read more »
If someone were to approach you and ask if you take good care of your teeth, would you say yes? Sure, you may brush your teeth twice daily, but what other methods do you use to ensure optimum oral health? Ask yourself the following questions to determine your overall oral health level. - Do you also floss and/or use mouthwash... read more »
You probably know someone who incorporates mouthwash into their daily routine. You probably know that using mouthwash can benefit your smile--particularly your breath-- but did you know that there are a few other perks you could enjoy by using mouthwash regularly? To be fair, some mouthwashes are only meant to cover bad breath, but if you are using mouthwash consistently... read more »
There are many smells we can associate with Valentine’s Day, from chocolate to roses. However, rotting food and sulphur are two smells your loved one definitely does not want to smell on your breath when you give them a good night’s kiss. In order to fight bad breath (also known as halitosis), you must learn what causes of it and... read more »
Wisdom teeth removal is always necessary. Right? Actually, those with a larger jaw may not need to have these third molars removed from their mouth. Learn more about when wisdom teeth don’t need removal and how to care for them. Our prehistoric ancestors needed wisdom teeth for a coarser diet, but we have smaller mouths and a softer diet today.... read more »
