Since everyone is different, our mouths and teeth are different, our dental health will be varied. For adults, it is recommended you visit the dentist twice a year. Even if you feel your mouth is in good condition, it is a good idea to have your teeth checked and cleaned by a professional so they stay healthy.

Good oral hygiene is how you maintain your teeth’s health at home on a daily basis. You need to have daily brushing, flossing, eating healthy (fruits and vegetables, limited amount of sugary snacks,) and using toothpaste with fluoride. It is also recommended you stay away from tobacco products.

Fluoride is know to be effective to prevent tooth decay. It is a mineral that can be found in both salt and fresh water, soil and multiple types of food. It makes teeth more resistant to decay, and in some cases even helps reverse tooth decay.

Usually children start losing teeth around six or eight years of age. Teeth tend to fall out in the same order they came in. Remember every child is different, so tooth loss won’t likely be the same. The oral conditions may play a part, for example, how long the child has gone without a dental checkup or cleaning, and how long the child’s baby teeth last.

The easiest way to prevent dental issues is to eat a healthy diet, have good oral hygiene, have regular dental checkups. Good oral hygiene means daily brushing twice a day, and flossing at least once a day.

Tooth sensitively is when you feel pain when you eat foods or drinks that are hot or cold, or sweet or acidic. You develop tooth sensitivity when the enamel of the tooth becomes thin from relentless exposure to those extreme temperatures or sweetness. The tooth’s pulp and dentin will then have no protection and that’s where the pain comes in. Other reasons you can experience tooth sensitivity: chipped/broken teeth, grinding teeth, receding gums, fillings, tooth whitening and orthodontics. Your dentist will be able to discuss your personal situation and recommend the proper treatment for you.

Teeth often experience some discolouration over their lifetime. Causes for this are plentiful, but some examples are tobacco, wine, coffee, and tea. If you want immediate results, speak to your dentist about in-office services. The dentist will use a mold of your mouth to make a tray to fit your teeth. Then, a whitening gel will be used to whiten your teeth.

If you have experienced tooth loss, or need to replace weakened teeth, implants could be helpful. They are a permanent alternative to dentures, and work well when you have a healthy jaw and mouth. Implants are great for patients because the implants prevent remaining teeth from getting loose or moving.

Dental x-rays help your dentist see the condition of your teeth, and monitor your mouth for any changes that occur between visits. Most adults will have a full mouth x-ray every four and five years. If there are dental concerns, you may need more x-rays or visit more often (six to 18 months.)