Yonge Eglinton Dental

If you don't floss, a third of your tooth isn't getting cleaned. Floss wipes decay-causing agents out of the space between teeth and gums.

Acid drinks like sports drinks can erode the enamel from your teeth. Always rinse with water if you can’t brush right away and avoid constant sipping.

What goes on in the rest of your body affects your mouth, and what goes on in your mouth affects the rest of your body.

Two of the most common diseases (tooth decay or cavities and gum disease) can be prevented by simply improving your diet.

You need healthy teeth and gums to effectively chew and swallow your food and absorb nutrients essential for your body’s general health.

Try to avoid sticky sweets as they can damage your tooth surfaces. Sweet snacks, even soft drinks, will put your teeth at risk for at least twenty minutes after you've eaten.

Opt for more nutritious alternatives like fresh fruit and eat a well-balanced diet. Like the rest of your body, teeth and gums need vitamins and minerals.

If you do eat sweets, do it during mealtime when your saliva can best flush away sugar from teeth.

Redness, puffiness, bad breath, bleeding and shifting or loosening means your gums are in need of attention. Contact our office.

The best way to remove plaque from your teeth is by brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least once a day.

You can clear even more bacteria out of your mouth by brushing your tongue. Brush firmly but gently from back to front. Rinse again.

Choose the dental floss you like best. Waxed, unwaxed, flavored and unflavored, ribbon and thread—all these work equally well.

Brush your teeth with small circular motions, gently brushing the gums as well.  Our hygienists can give you more specific advice for your teeth.

Always use a toothbrush with "soft" or "extra soft" bristles. Harder bristles increase the risk of harming your gums.

Consider using an electric toothbrush, especially if you find it difficult to brush effectively

To prevent gum disease and other oral health problems, schedule regular dental cleanings and exams at least once or twice a year.  Our hygiene team will give you the feedback to find the right timing between cleanings.

Lifestyle contributes to good dental health. Smokers are among those at highest risk to develop periodontitis.

More than 300 types of bacteria make up dental plaque. Remember to brush 2-3 times a day.

Brush thoroughly two to three minutes at least once every 24 hours. Use a gentle massaging action and a soft brush.