When we think of our oral hygiene, it’s easy to separate it from our general well being however, our teeth and our bodies are actually very closely connected. Our mouth is the most vulnerable place in our body where bacteria can get in. The mouth (and the nose) are also very close to the brain. […]
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Controlling Your Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea usually needs professional treatment to completely go away, especially depending on how severe your apnea is. However, there are still a few things you can do at home to lessen the symptoms and help keep your apnea under control. Diet – If your sleep apnea is caused by excess weight, the solution is […]
How Your Teeth Can Save You
Modern technologies have allowed the medical field to grow and develop at rapid rates. Just a few decades ago, people could have never imagined that AIDS could be controlled or 3D printing could save lives. The cure for cancer was thought of as an impossible achievement and although Dolly the sheep had been successfully cloned, […]
Getting Your Kids to Like the Dentist
Kids, more often than not, have a unnecessary amount of anxiety when going to the dentist. Even though visits are usually painless (or actually help treat pain), kids tend to still feel nervous about getting their annual checkup. Here are a few things you can do as a parent to help ease the anxiety levels […]
What Shade of White is Okay for My Teeth?
There is such thing as over-bleaching or over-whitening your teeth. This is why it’s important to get your teeth whitened by a professional. If you end up over-bleaching, the side effects can negate the positive effects of having a white smile. Your gums and teeth can become very sensitive making it difficult to eat cold, […]
E-Cigarettes & Your Oral Health
E-cigarettes are taking over everywhere. As more and more people are trying to find alternatives to smoking, e-cigs or vaping are becoming more popular. You may think that e-cigs are much healthier than smoking cigarettes, but that may not necessarily be the case. Here are a few things to consider if you are switching to […]
Are You Getting Enough Calcium?
The recommended daily dose of calcium for average adults is 1000-1200 mg per day. We all know we need a good amount of calcium in our diet to maintain healthy teeth and bones but what does 1000-1200 mg look like? Calcium is present in all foods now from cereal to orange juice to non-dairy milks. […]
Cold Sore and Canker Sore Remedies
Cold Sores (fluid filled blisters around and outside your mouth) and canker sores (sores in the inside of your mouth) can be painful and/or embarrassing. The best treatment available is laser treatment, which can be done right here at Candlewood Dental Care. A laser is used to kill the virus and help your mouth heal […]
Top 4 Winter Dental Issues
The winter can be a difficult time because of the cold temperatures (although this year hasn’t been too bad so far). Here are a few dental and mouth issues that we see more of in the winter. Dry Mouth – The winter means that your body in general will be more dry than in […]
How to Maintain Your Dentures Properly
When it comes to caring for and maintaining your dentures, they should be treated like natural teeth. The cleaner they are, the better they will look and feel. Here is a list of things to do to help take care of your dentures: Rinse After Eating – Wash your dentures after every meal. This […]