by Lougheed Laser Dental Group | Apr 19, 2012 | Blog
Knowing how to brush your teeth properly is important so you can avoid conditions such as gingivitis and tooth decay. Bad brushing technique can lead to tooth abrasion, which wears away the surface of the tooth. Because gum tissue is so delicate, it can be damaged...
by Lougheed Laser Dental Group | Apr 12, 2012 | Blog
If you constantly have bad breath and think there’s nothing you can do about it, think again. These helpful tips can assist in keeping bad breath at bay. Halitosis, or bad breath, can be seriously humiliating. You don’t have to live with it forever! Simply...
by Lougheed Laser Dental Group | Apr 6, 2012 | Blog
Did you know the first edible Easter bunnies were made in Germany in the early 1800s out of pastry and sugar? Nowadays, Easter treats can include Peeps, Cadbury eggs, donuts, marshmallows, Mars bars, cake, ice cream – all things that might cause cavities and...
by Lougheed Laser Dental Group | Apr 5, 2012 | Blog
Due to an increase of sugar in their diet through fast food, soda pop and candy, children are now much more susceptible to bacteria which causes cavities or tooth decay and harm their teeth. In fact, the U.S. Center for Disease Control cites a study that says there...
by Lougheed Laser Dental Group | Mar 29, 2012 | Blog
Simply brushing your teeth is not an effective solution for preventing tooth decay and erosion. The general dentistry team at Lougheed Mall Dental Group in Burnaby recommends dental sealants, which give teeth solid protection against the bacteria that infiltrates your...
by Lougheed Laser Dental Group | Mar 22, 2012 | Blog
No matter how cool and trendy you think tongue rings are, these piercings are dangerous and potentially fatal. Piercing your tongue can result in chipped teeth, recessed gums and nerve damage. What some people don’t know is that getting a piercing in the mouth...