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Preventing Cavities: Super Snacks for Super Teeth
Preventing cavities is sometimes not an easy task. Do you find yourself prone to getting a lot of dental cavities even though you brush your teeth twice a day, floss daily and visit Nature’s Design Dental Spa in Delta every six months for a regular checkup? The problem may actually be linked to your diet. Here are a few super snacks that can help keep your teeth and gums at their healthiest in the constant struggle of preventing cavities: Fruits & Veggies: Apples, celery and cucumbers are all excellent super snacks for your dental...
read moreCustom Mouth Guards Cut Down on Tooth Problems and Dental Emergencies
Did you know: When not wearing a protective mouthguard, 60% of athletes are more likely to experience major damage to the mouth and teeth? It is estimated that faceguards and mouthguards prevent approximately 200,000 injuries each year in high school and college football. Mouthguards which are bought at sports stores without any individual fitting, provide only a low level of protection, if any. If the wearer is rendered unconscious, there is a risk the mouthguard may lodge in the throat potentially causing an airway...
read moreGetting to The Root of the Problem: What is Root Canal Therapy?
Have you been told that you require root canal therapy? It’s important to understand what root canal therapy involves so you don’t feel any unnecessary stress when you come to Nature’s Design Dental Spa in Delta for the actual procedure. Stress can make your experience at the dentist far more difficult than it actually has to be. What is a Root Canal? The Root Canal is the name for the space within the root of the tooth, it is a hollow area that contains soft tissues (the pulp and nerves). The number of these hollow canals...
read moreWhat to Do after a Tooth Extraction
After a tooth extraction (removal) has been completed by one of our dental health professionals at Nature’s Design Dental Spa in Delta, it’s important to take proper care of the site to prevent infection, control bleeding and allow the gum tissue to heal well enough that it can accept a denture or dental implant. What to do after a tooth or wisdom tooth extraction 1. You may experience soreness after a tooth extraction – over-the-counter painkillers can help with the pain or you may request prescription painkillers from your...
read moreWhy Dental Extractions are Necessary
Dental extractions (removing teeth) may be a necessary procedure to prevent tooth misalignment in the case of wisdom teeth or to maintain the health of your other teeth and gums. Extractions nowadays are relatively quick and painless, so if you suspect you have a tooth that might require removal, contact Nature’s Design Dental Spa in Delta today to book an appointment. If it isn’t practical or possible to repair a tooth, our team of dental experts at Nature’s Design Dental Spa may be required to do a dental extraction. Teeth...
read moreWhy Should I Floss? Dental Floss FAQ & How To [VIDEO]
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“Why should I floss?” is a frequent question asked by many patients at Nature’s Design Dental Spa in Delta. In fact, flossing is one of the most important habits in any good oral health routine. Dental floss helps remove any food particles trapped between the teeth and lowers your chances of plaque build-up. Despite the fact that most patients understand the answer to “Why Should I Floss”, there is still a lot of confusion surrounding the proper techniques on how to floss. It is important to carry out flossing as...
read moreHave a Sweet Easter from Nature’s Design Dental Spa!
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 tooth decay. If you’re worried that your sweet tooth might turn into tooth decay, don’t be! You can enjoy your Easter treats and keep your teeth healthy! Just keep in mind these simple things when hunting for your Easter eggs: Pick Dark Chocolate - dark chocolate can...
read moreReceding Gums 101: What Are Receding Gums?
One of the most common questions asked to dental professionals is: “what are receding gums?”. In simple terms, receding gums are a result of gum disease — causing your gums to have a “receding” appearance. What causes receding gums? Typically, gum disease plays the largest role in causing receding gums. In simple terms, bacteria that enters the oral cavity as a result of gum disease starts to form plaque. Plaque accumulation can cause inflammation of the gums and this inflammation results in erosion of gum tissue...
read moreKicking Off Oral Health Month!
The Nature’s Design Dental Spa team are excited to announce the kick off of Oral Health Month! Oral Health Month is an annual reminder (throughout the month of April) of the relevance and importance great oral health habits have with respect to you and your family! With gum disease, oral cancer and poor oral hygiene on the rise, your oral health partners at Nature’s Design Dental Spa are here to provide a wide variety of dental services to restore and enhance your oral health, which in turn will boost your overall health and...
read moreAre you Brushing Your Teeth Properly? Learn How!
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 from the bristles on your toothbrush and lead to tooth sensitivity. These instructions will help you brush your teeth the right way: Put a thin layer of toothpaste on your already-moist toothbrush. Brush your back teeth first, especially focusing on the front of the teeth. Hold...
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