Waterdown Dental
11 Mill Street South L0R2H0 Waterdown, ON, Canada

Impacted wisdom teeth can result in pain, damage to other teeth and other dental problems. It can cause tooth decay, gum disease and infection because it’s harder to clean since it’s growing out and hitting the surrounding teeth. #dentist #wisdomteeth #oralhealth

An elephant's trunk is actually a long nose used for smelling, breathing, trumpeting, drinking, and also for grabbing thingsespecially a potential meal. The trunk alone contains about 40,000 muscles. #FunFactFriday #teeth #elephant #dentist

Mouth sores, also known as "canker sores", are small, shallow lesions that develop on the soft tissues in your mouth or at the base of your gums. They're not contagious, and don't occur on the surface of your lips. #mouthsores #dentist #oralhealth

Even crocodiles get their teeth professionally cleaned by their own version of a dental hygienist! #FunFactFriday #dentist #dentalhygienist #teethcleaning

#FunFactFriday: no one has naturally perfect white teeth! #teethwhitening #dentistnearme #dentist

There are ways to combat dental anxiety such as: - meditation before a dental appointment - listen to music during your appointment - sedation dentistry which is the use of sedatives like Nitrous Oxide, IV moderate sedation, or oral sedation

Gum disease is one of the main causes of tooth loss among adults. Also, some studies have shown that there’s a link between heart disease and periodontal disease. #gumdisease #dentistnearme #dentist

While a dentist solves dental problems, a dental hygienist ensures prevention by doing sealants and dental cleanings, as well as educating oral hygiene to patients. #dentalhygienist #dentist #oralhealth

Thankfully, with the help of modern technology, our toothpastes contain dehydrated silica gels, hydrated aluminum oxides, magnesium carbonate, phosphate salts and silicates to get those pearly whites. #dentist #toothbrush #oralhealth

Dental injuries are common in both contact and non-contact sports, as well as in recreational activities. It is important then to use an appropriate mouthguard when participating in such activities.

Gums also contain mild abrasives to remove surface teeth stains. They produce a mild effect on the appearance of the tooth, making them look a bit whiter. So start chewing away! #dentist #teethwhitening #sugarfreegum

In addition to brushing and flossing your teeth at least twice daily with the proper techniques, routine visits to your dentist is essential to ensure you are maintaining good oral health practices.

Fluoride is essential to maintaining the health of your teeth because it strengthens weak enamel, helps to prevent serious tooth decay, and protects your teeth from the spread of harmful bacteria.

Dental implant surgery is an ideal procedure for individuals who are in good health and have an appropriate amount of jawbone to support the implant.

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When brushing your teeth, make sure to brush thoroughly in circular motions for at least 2 to 3 minutes. Make sure to clean every surface inside your mouth including your teeth, cheeks, and tongue.