What is Bruxism?
Do You Grind Your Teeth? What is Bruxism? Bruxism is the unconscious grinding, clenching or gnashing of the teeth, typically at night. There are two types; awake bruxism and the more common and typically more severe sleep bruxism. Sleep bruxism is typically more severe the force generated has profound effect on the teeth, TMJ and […]
Should I Postpone Dental Work While Pregnant?
Can I get a filling done while pregnant / lactating? When you’re pregnant you can look forward to being showered with lots of advice. However, you’re unlikely to hear someone suggest completing dental work. For a long time the thought was; postpone dental work or you’ll harm the baby. This opinion is not supported by […]
How Should I Look After My Young Children’s Teeth?
It’s natural for a parent to worry about how to best look after their children’s teeth. As a dentist and a father of two young children, I’ve been mentally compiling a list of questions from many worried parents and answers from reputable sources. We get so many questions related to children’s teeth that I’ll be […]
Are Electric Toothbrushes Better?
What’s in a toothbrush? Early toothbrushes were made using natural bristles from pig skin. They were irregular, uncomfortable, and frankly, likely not often used by most people. The invention of nylon in 1935 by DuPont allowed for mass production using softer, more consistent bristles. Thankfully, toothbrushes have never been better, and with the advent of […]