A dental abscess or tooth abscess refers to the build-up of pus that forms inside your gums or teeth. The abscess typically comes from a bacterial infection that forms in the soft pulp of your tooth. The harmful bacteria are found in plaque, which is a by-product of saliva, food particles, and bacteria found in […]
People with diabetes tend to have difficulties controlling their sugar levels post-surgery. This difficulty is because one undergoes stress, which produces cortisol, which leads to insulin resistance. It then triggers the body to produce more insulin to remove glucose from the blood. Some of the tips for oral surgery recovery include eating the right foods, […]
An oral cancer screening is a precautionary activity that we can do at any dental appointment. Contrary to what some people think, an oral cancer screening is a quick process. In fact, a comprehensive oral cancer screening takes less than two minutes! When you come to us for a screening, we do not only look […]