When you "go to the dentist" chances are you won't just be seeing the dentist. There are many wonderful professionals who support your oral health and work alongside the Doctors. At Blairmore Dental Centre our goal is to create an environment where staff love to come to work and patients are supported by a strong and collaborative team. Dr. Hamilton and Dr. Shire are grateful to have an awesome team of aides, assistants, hygienists, and administrative staff working with them and caring for you. Continue reading to learn more about each of the positions and how they work together at the clinic.
Nutrition: The GOOD, The BAD, and the UGLY, in relation to your Oral Health.
It has long been established that sugary foods are bad for our teeth. However, the reality is that the relationship is much more complex than that. Here is some general information about foods and how they affect your mouth and teeth. The food we eat allows bacteria in our mouth to produce acid which can lead to cavities. This includes all food and drink EXCEPT water. Specifically talking about our oral health, which foods are good and which are bad? And why?