Lorne Park Dental

11/18/2025

People who floss regularly benefit from healthier teeth and gums, fewer cavities, and fresher breath. It’s easy to make flossing a regular habit and it doesn’t always have to be done at bedtime, just once per day. Floss while watching TV or listening to music, or even in the shower!

11/13/2025

Sensitive teeth can be uncomfortable, but there are things you can do to help. Let’s start by looking at what causes sensitive teeth …

Learn what causes sensitive teeth and the treatment options available to treat sensitive teeth.

11/11/2025

When placing the floss between the teeth, it’s important to be gentle. Snapping the floss into the gums can cause damage and recession. Also, we want to avoid forcing bits of plaque or food between the teeth. Use a gentle zig-zag motion to get the floss into the correct position for flossing … and if the floss doesn’t want to go in, don’t force it.

Remember to floss every day!

11/06/2025

Children often have spaces between their baby teeth to allow for larger permanent teeth to grow in and fill in the spaces. Not only are these gaps normal, but they can also make it easier to clean between teeth and allow permanent teeth to grow in straight.

11/04/2025

Toothbrushes come in many different shapes and sizes. That’s because our mouths are all different. When buying a toothbrush, try and get one that can reach all areas of the mouth. Some people have smaller mouths, so a brush with a smaller head works better. Sometimes it can be challenging to reach the back molars, a toothbrush with angled bristles can help solve this problem.

No matter the size of your toothbrush, always opt for a soft-bristled option unless otherwise instructed by your hygienist.