My gums bleed when I brush, what does it mean?
Bleeding gums can be early signs of gingivitis. The cause is bacterial plaque and calculus along our below the gum line. Gingivitis is a reversible condition with good oral hygiene. If left untreated, can lead to bone loss and tooth loss.

What causes bad breath and what can be done about it?
Bad breath is usually caused by poor oral hygiene, and other reasons can be gum disease, chronic sinusitis, or gastrointestinal problems. Proper teeth and tongue brushing, and flossing to remove bacteria and trapped food particles prevent bad breath.

I’ve been told that I grind my teeth at night, how can I stop grinding my teeth?
Many people who grind their teeth are usually not aware of what they’re doing. Some causes to teeth grinding can be due to stress, or an involuntary reflex. If stress is the contributing factor, once it is eliminated, grinding will stop. Otherwise, a night guard can prevent destructive teeth wear.

Will teeth whitening damage my teeth?
No, teeth whitening does not soften, weaken, or demineralize enamel. The active ingredient in teeth whitening gel is carbamide peroxide, when in contact with water hydrogen peroxide is released, which whitens teeth.

What are dental implants?
Dental implants are replacements to natural tooth roots. They can support crowns and bridges, thus preventing the use of dentures and the abnormal shrinkage of jaw bone.

How is a child thumb sucking habit bad for teeth?
Children’s habits such as thumb sucking or tongue thrusting can cause malformation of jaw growth and shifting of teeth. Permanent consequences can be prevented if the habit is stopped before 5 years of age. Reminder appliances can be placed temporarily to aid in habit break.