by Cawthra Dental | Nov 1, 2021 | mississauga dentist
Brushing and Flossing It is essential to help your child brush and floss their teeth until around the age of 8 to help reduce the risk of cavities and to keep their gums healthy. Brush their teeth at least twice a day and floss their teeth at least once a day....
by Cawthra Dental | Sep 1, 2021 | mississauga dentist
Nightguards are used to help protect your teeth from the wear and damage caused by common clenching or grinding habits. The term for these habits is called “bruxism” and is thought to occur in up to 30% of the population. These habits often happen at night...
by Cawthra Dental | Aug 3, 2021 | mississauga dentist
A sports guard is a plastic tray that covers the entire upper arch of teeth to prevent tooth on tooth trauma from contact sports. A sports guard acts as a cushion between teeth, absorbing the blow. Sports guards should be worn for any sport where there is a risk of...
by Cawthra Dental | May 3, 2021 | mississauga dentist
If you’ve wondered how important baby teeth are (they just fall out anyway, right?), you aren’t alone. Many people are unaware of the importance of maintaining healthy baby teeth until it’s time for the adult teeth to erupt. Baby teeth are vital for a child’s...
by Cawthra Dental | Apr 5, 2021 | mississauga dentist
Several different sexually transmitted diseases can be passed through oral sex and can affect the mouth, throat, genitals and rectum. Listed below are the sexually transmitted infections that are transmitted orally. Gonorrhoea Does not always cause symptoms, but if...
