A hard bump on the head or an accidental fall in the home can sometimes affect the mouth, damaging the tongue, soft oral tissues and teeth. At the same time athletes who do not use a protective mouthguard can also be at increased risk of suffering a significant oral trauma. In a distressing moment like this, some basic first aid... read more »
Tooth enamel is microscopically porous. When you consume a dark beverage or use a tobacco product, minute dark particles are introduced into your mouth. These substances can sometimes adhere to the surface textures of your teeth causing surface stains.  If minor dental stains are not removed by your daily oral hygiene routine, they can start to saturate deeper... read more »
Are you interested in having a more beautiful smile? If so, our dentist, Dr. Lin Wong, encourages you to consider dental bonding treatment. This treatment can give you the results you want and help you achieve the smile of your dreams. To tell you more about this treatment, our dentist is happy to share some facts. Those facts are: -Dental... read more »
Did you know that mouthwash comes with several benefits beyond just freshening your breath? It's true, and although many individuals use mouthwash to help freshen your breath, there are many other potential benefits that it can have. In some situations, mouthwash may include teeth whitening treatment systems to help remove stains and discolorations. It can also be useful for improving... read more »
Sports accidents whereby there are injuries to the mouth occur literally thousands of times annually. Teeth get knocked out, or using the medical term, avulsed, and jaws, lips and mouths are severely damaged. People who wear mouthguards while playing sports have far greater protection from these injuries. Unfortunately, many sports do not require them. This makes it not so surprising... read more »
Oral hygiene is very important. In fact, it’s vital for a top-notch oral health and smile. This is why your dentist, Dr. Lin Wong, strongly recommends keeping up on oral hygiene regularly, which should include brushing twice a day and flossing daily. For an even better oral hygiene routine, you can go the extra mile. You can do so by... read more »
When you receive a dental filling, it is bonded or cemented to your tooth enamel with the intention of benefiting your smile for several years. However, inconsistencies in daily brushing and flossing or neglecting to schedule regular dental checkups can hurt your oral hygiene weaken the seal of your dental filling. When a dental filling comes loose and falls out,... read more »
At Wong Dental we are happy to assists our patients and their families with all of their dental care needs, especially dental injuries. While your tooth enamel is extremely strong, you can still crack a tooth, and you may not even know you have a cracked tooth unless you feel a sharp pain when biting down. If you are wondering... read more »
To keep your smile safe from dental damage that can arise, it is always a good idea to analyze your life, and any unhealthy habits that are you're involved in to assess any tooth hazard risks that may be present. The risk of tooth hazards can damage and cause oral accidents or injuries to your teeth and gums, which... read more »
When you eat, the acids from your food and drink make your enamel more prone to damage through abrasion. To avoid this, don’t brush your teeth right after you eat (unless directed to by your dentist). So how to clean your teeth after eating? Studies have shown that chewing gum for 20 minutes after eating can help prevent cavities! Let’s... read more »
