by Natures Design Dental | Sep 18, 2020 | Patient Education
Brushing your teeth daily may seem like a no-brainer, but why do most people’s oral hygiene routines stop there? One of the main reasons why people do not floss as regularly as they brush is simply because they don’t know how to properly. Flossing is an important oral...
by Natures Design Dental | Aug 31, 2020 | Patient Education
We all want to be confident in our smiles, but what we may not realize is that with a healthy smile, we have the opportunity to positively impact nearly every aspect of our lives. If more people truly understood this, we think a lot more people would be visiting their...
by Natures Design Dental | Aug 14, 2020 | Patient Education
The Canadian Dental Association (CDA) has strongly disagreed with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) guidance to delay non-essential oral healthcare during the COVID-19 pandemic. The advice is not applicable for Canada as it has largely contained widespread...
by Natures Design Dental | Jul 17, 2020 | Patient Education
In an article published in the British Dental Journal volume 228 no. 12, researchers have identified a possible connection between the oral microbiome and COVID-19 complications. The oral microbiome refers to the colonies of bacteria that reside in your teeth, gums,...
by Natures Design Dental | Jul 10, 2020 | Patient Education
Some things should not be do it yourself (DIY), and dentistry is one of those things. With accessibility and affordability being the main appeal of at-home or direct-to-consumer dentistry, we understand why these alternatives seem like a good idea. However, not all...
by Natures Design Dental | Jul 6, 2020 | Patient Education
Research has shown the connection between oral health and heart health. People who have poor oral health pose a higher risk of having cardiovascular problems. Studies have linked periodontal disease (gum disease) to numerous health conditions including heart attack...
