Bad Breath (Halitosis)

Halitosis, or bad breath, is an embarrassing problem that nearly everyone knows, yet few want to talk about. Our experienced dentists at Tindale Dental centre can help you get to the bottom of this problem and give you simple solutions to prevent bad breath. Bad breath has many causes, such as: Odor-causing foods Tooth decay…

Do you wake up with dull headaches or stiff, sore jaw muscles?

Do you wake up with dull headaches or stiff, sore jaw muscles? If so, you may have a habit of grinding or clenching the teeth called bruxism. Many people are unaware they even do this because it often happens while they are sleeping. However, dental professionals can usually detect signs of wear on your teeth….

Thumb sucking

Thumb sucking Thumb sucking is a common habit in children from infancy to age four. Children suck their thumbs due to boredom, hunger, fatigue, stress, for comfort or as a sleep aid/association. However, this seemingly harmless habit can start affecting their dental health at five to six years of age. At this point, ending the…