TOOTH EROSION

TOOTH EROSION

Tooth erosion is when the outer layers of enamel diminish. This is caused by acids contained in certain foods that we may eat. The enamel is the hard outer coating of the teeth. It protects the underlying dentine. When the enamel deteriorates, it can expose the...
FIVE BIG REASONS TO QUIT BITING YOUR NAILS

FIVE BIG REASONS TO QUIT BITING YOUR NAILS

KANATA, ONTARIO- Nail biting is a common societal pet peeve, but your teeth are fed up with the habit, too. The frequent practice of nail-biting can inflict serious health and aesthetic issues on teeth and gums, not to mention fingernail mutilation. Dr. Bartos and Dr....

THREE HEALTH REASONS TO REPLACE THAT MISSING TOOTH

STITTSVILLE, ONTARIO- Most can agree a smile void of a few teeth isn’t the best look, but the top reasons to seek tooth replacement aren’t strictly aesthetic. Did you know failing to replace a missing tooth endangers the health of your smile? Many Canadians have lost...

NOT EATING YOUR VEGGIES?

STITTSVILLE, ONTARIO– Not surprisingly, what you put in your mouth affects your oral health. What you don’t put in your mouth may have an even greater impact. Have you been skimping on your vegetables lately? Vitamin deficiencies can manifest in your smile. It’s...

KANATA FAMILY DENTISTRY DISSECTS DIET SODA SCARE

KANATA, ONTARIO- Shocking reports contending diet soda’s effect on teeth mirrors that of crack cocaine and methamphetamine have littered news outlets as of late – but is this assertion true? While the beverage certainly isn’t “good” for teeth, the foundation of the...