In this post from Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we will talk about jaw bone health. To remain healthy and dense, your jaw bone needs to be continually stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure the extends into the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the…
Wishing for a whiter smile but not sure how to get it? At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we whiten teeth professionally every day. Toothpaste Can’t Erase All Stains Almost every toothpaste claims to brighten teeth, but as we age our teeth gradually turn yellow or gray. Tooth enamel, while one of the hardest substances in…
At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we are known for first-rate dental care. This includes extractions, root canals, and of course, filling cavities. The dental health of our patients is always our top priority. We also provide smile design. If there is anything about your smile you would like to improve, we can help. What…
While poor oral hygiene is the most common cause of bad breath, many factors can contribute to or intensify the condition. One of these is the lack of saliva or xerostomia, which we discuss in this post from Love Your Smile in Kelowna. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and helps…
People with chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this ailment. If you’re among them, don’t hesitate to bring it up at your next appointment with Love Your Smile dentistry in Kelowna. There are several possible causes of bad breath, including some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic…
A dental crown is a strong, natural-looking permanent tooth restoration that covers the top of the damaged tooth. At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we use dental crowns to solve a number of dental dilemmas. Crowns can remedy the following issues: A broken tooth with decay An ill-fitting existing crown A decayed tooth that has lost a…
Water flossers have been around for more than fifty years. During that time there have been at least that many studies on their effectiveness. At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we present what is known about water flossers, and whether they’re any better than ordinary string floss in preventing tooth decay, gum disease, and other…
Benjamin Franklin once said that it’s easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we couldn’t agree more! Ben Franklin’s saying holds true for almost everything in life. For parents, teaching your children good oral hygiene techniques early will benefit their smile throughout their lives. If you wait…
For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday. The AAP now directs parents to take their toddler to a dentist before his or her first birthday, or within six months after their first tooth erupts. Don’t wait! Why? Prevention, prevention, prevention! Sadly, British Columbia dentists continue…
Unfortunately, gum disease is very common. It is also a treatable condition at Love Your Smile in Kelowna. There are simple and very effective ways to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you keep them healthy, you will only need to visit us for cleanings and checkups. Brush for two to three minutes, at…