Dental emergencies can be both painful and frightening. It’s hard to know what constitutes an emergency, whether you should visit your dentist or the emergency room, and what steps you can take on your own to minimize the damage until you receive professional care. If an unfortunate accident has taken place, and you are unsure […]
A cavity, as the name suggests, is quite literally a hole in your tooth. It’s also an extremely common condition. According to the national institute of health, cavities and tooth decay, are the second most commonly occurring condition, behind only the common cold. Despite how common they are, they can still be quite painful, and […]
It’s never a great moment when you notice traces of blood in the sink after brushing or flossing. The source of this blood is usually your gums. Bleeding gums can have many causes, some of which are temporary and some of which need a little more attention. In this post, we’re going to details what […]
Do you love drinking soda? If yes, you might want to skip this video. See what happens to a human tooth after five days of being inside a cup of soda. Still feel like grabbing a pop?
It’s all fun and games until someone breaks a tooth. If you do break a tooth you should try to see a dentist as soon as possible. Until you get into the dentists chair, there are several steps you can take to minimize the damage. What To Do When You Encounter A Broken Tooth […]
Sleep Apnea Device Markham Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition that affects over 40% of Canadian adults. It can have a huge impact on the amount of rest you get. We work with a qualified sleep M.D to diagnose the condition. From there, we can provide a take-home sleep monitor to diagnose the cause. If […]
Diabetes, if left untreated or managed properly, not only can affect parts of the body such as your eyes and feet but also your teeth and gums. Here are some ways that Diabetes can affect your oral health. Tooth Decay (cavities) The sticky substance that forms on your teeth (plaque), contains bacteria and when combined […]
Do you live with headaches, jaw pain, neck and shoulder pain, clicking of the jaw, or tinnitus (ringing in the ear)? You’re not alone. Many people suffer from discomfort on a daily basis, without knowing the root cause of the issue. This kind of pain can occur as a result of several situations – an […]
You may not have been born with them but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t treat your dentures to the same level of health care you do your natural teeth. The average lifespan of a pair of dentures is about five to seven years, but be kind to them and they will give you many years […]
For some, odontophobia, or fear of dentists, is more than a convenient excuse to opt out of a regular routine check-up. The extreme anxiety associated with a visit to the dentist is enough to keep people away from professional oral care for a lifetime. We all know how dangerous neglecting your oral health can be. […]