by BrightSmile Dental | Feb 21, 2021 | Patient Education
When you think about straightening teeth with braces or clear aligners, attractive, picture-perfect smiles probably come to mind. But did you know that straighter teeth don’t just look better, they work better too? Common dental concerns such as crowded or crooked...
by BrightSmile Dental | Feb 10, 2021 | Patient Education
How to protect your teeth this winter Like the rest of the body, the teeth are no stranger to sensitivity, especially in the cold. If exposed to the cold, the teeth might sustain some damage if not properly taken care of. It is even more important to protect...
by BrightSmile Dental | Nov 16, 2020 | Patient Education
A team of scientists and clinicians led by U of T’s Faculty of Dentistry have found that neutrophil immune cell activity is the mechanism that links periodontal disease with heart disease, cancer, and other inflammatory conditions – possibly including...
by BrightSmile Dental | Oct 5, 2020 | Patient Education
Crooked, misaligned teeth are very common, but did you know that sometimes crooked teeth are acquired? People get crooked teeth for a variety of reasons. For the most part, baby teeth and permanent teeth can come in crooked, or they become crooked as they grow. Baby...
by BrightSmile Dental | Sep 18, 2020 | Patient Education
Brushing your teeth daily may seem like a no-brainer, but why do most people’s oral hygiene routines stop there? One of the main reasons why people do not floss as regularly as they brush is simply because they don’t know how to properly. Flossing is an important oral...
