At some point during the first year of your child’s life their very first baby tooth will develop. Some children grow in their first tooth early, as soon as 2 or 3 months old. Other children develop their first baby tooth with less haste, some even sprouting their first tooth after turning one-years old. As […]
X-Ray: Behind The Scenes
When X-rays pass through your mouth during a dental exam, more X-rays are absorbed by the denser parts (such as teeth and bone) than by soft tissues (such as cheeks and gums) before striking the film. This creates an image on the radiograph. Teeth appear lighter because fewer X-rays penetrate to reach the film. Cavities […]
The Importance of Flossing
A common dental mistake is that people tend to think that brushing is more important than flossing. Therefore it is not uncommon for someone to brush twice a day and floss only once a week or worse. However the reality is that flossing is equally important as brushing. While brushing cleans the front and back […]
The Proper Way to Brush Your Teeth
Brushing our teeth is part of our daily routine. So here at Willoughby Dental we want to make sure that you are brushing the proper way. In order to make sure you are maximizing efficiency every time you brush your teeth, there are 3 main factors to consider. 1) Gum Line Brushing When brushing ensure […]
After Wisdom Teeth Removal Care
What To Expect After Wisdom Tooth Removal In most cases, the recovery period is only a few days. The following tips will help with you post removal recovery. Bite gently on the gauze pad periodically, and change pads as they become soaked with blood. While your mouth is numb, be careful not to bite the […]