In recent years we have learned more about how oral health plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. Good oral hygiene routines keep our smiles bright and beautiful and our breath fresh. They also prevent cavities and gum disease keeping your body healthy too. At Alliston Smiles Family Dentistry, one of the most important… READ MORE
Every tooth in a man’s mouth is more valuable than a diamond on his head, and your dentist is your safe keeper. Dentistry is more about relationships and building trust. When you come to us at Alliston Smiles Family Dentistry, we treat you like our family. We try to do what’s best for you, listen… READ MORE
Oral hygiene is the science of oral health. A dental hygienist is part of the oral health team that provides expertise in recognising, preventing, treating, and managing oral diseases. While dentists may perform hygiene procedures and examinations, they are usually done by state-licensed oral therapists. In addition to providing cleaning and complete dental examination, dentists are trained to offer the following services: … READ MORE
Teeth Whitening- It’s hard to imagine anything more appealing than a sparkling, white smile. Yet our teeth rarely stay as white as we’d like them to without a little help. Fortunately, that help is available at the dental office.Teeth Whitening Before and After. Teeth whitening done in a professional dental setting is a safe, effective… READ MORE
The main goal of dentistry is to preserve your natural teeth and keep them healthy for as long as possible. There are times, however, when it is in your best interest (or your child’s) to have a tooth extracted (removed). This could be the case for a variety of reasons. Perhaps you have a tooth… READ MORE
If you experience ongoing pain in the area near your ear, your jaw or the muscles on the side of your face, possibly accompanied by a clicking or popping sound or restricted jaw movement, you may be suffering from TMD — an abbreviation for Temporomandibular disorders. Sometimes people incorrectly use the term TMJ to refer… READ MORE
The most likely location for a cavity to develop in your child’s mouth is on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. Run your tongue over this area in your mouth, and you will feel the reason why: These surfaces are not smooth, as other areas of your teeth are. Instead, they are filled with… READ MORE
Even if you brush and floss your teeth faithfully, it is important that you have your teeth professionally cleaned on a regular basis. (Of course, if you aren’t quite so meticulous about your oral hygiene, it’s even more important!) After a thorough cleaning, your teeth will feel smooth and squeaky-clean, and they will probably look… READ MORE
It is not a given that we must lose teeth as we age. If we maintain good oral hygiene and have regular professional cleanings and oral examinations, chances are we can keep our natural teeth for life. That involves not only caring for the teeth themselves, but also the structures that surround them: the gums… READ MORE
Although oral cancer may not get as much attention as some more widely-known types of cancer, that doesn’t mean it’s any less deadly. In fact, it is estimated that in the United States, oral cancer is responsible for killing one person every hour, every day. While it accounts for a relatively small percentage of all… READ MORE