ANDREW MARTIN, DMD, MBA

Obtaining a perfect smile is something much easier said than done. Over time, our teeth lose their sparkle and shine all on their own. By this I mean teeth can eventually become discolored due to aging and certain food consumptions, while also occasionally chipping or...

Everyone experiences dryness in their mouth from time to time, and it usually can be cured with a simple glass of water. However, dry mouth can be something to worry about when this uncomfortable feeling lasts for long periods of time, with no simple remedies that offe...

Most people strive for a healthy looking smile filled with pearly white teeth. But this dream can be taken away when we drink things that can stain our teeth, like coffee, or even through normal eating habits that can cause microscopic cracks in the top layer of our te...

A child losing their first tooth can be an exciting time for both the child and the parent. Losing baby teeth signifies the child is growing older, but still allows the parents an opportunity to celebrate the occasion with the possible visit of the Tooth Fairy! However...

Recently Americans have been looking elsewhere for dental care, like the country of Mexico. Similar to buying Canadian prescriptions or traveling to other countries for medical care, this practice has started because it may be less expensive to find dental care in Mexi...

There are many parts of the human body that have become antiquated and useless to typical human needs in the year 2018. Since the existence of first humans, we have lost and gained a variety of attributes, such as thick hair all over the body for warmth or a hunter-gat...

Most people tend to get a sinking feeling in their stomachs when the “C-word” is mentioned, that's right – cancer. Some cancers come out of nowhere with the person having no predisposition or any real reason to have been affected by it. While on the other hand, many ca...

One of the most incredible modern-day inventions in dental hygiene is the electric toothbrush. While many people suffer from cavities, gum diseases and many other effects of improper brushing, these problems can be significantly reduced simply by using an electric toot...

Smoking has been known to cause serious health issues with many areas of the body, but one that most people don’t think about is smoking’s effect on your teeth.

Smoking can cause oral issues such as stained teeth, bad breath and a lesser ability to taste the foods that...

For most children, sucking their thumb is a natural reflex that gives them security and comfort. But, this seemingly harmless act can actually damage the development of your child’s teeth.

If your child is sucking his or her thumb, especially after permanent teeth come...