How to Deal with Sensitive Teeth

How to Deal With Sensitive Teeth

If you have sensitive teeth, you already know how distracting this experience can be in your daily life. This guide reviews how to deal with sensitive teeth and when you should reach out to a dentist for help. Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity Knowing what causes tooth sensitivity is a good place to start before […]

Can TMJ Cause Your Teeth to Hurt?

Does TMJ Cause Tooth Pain?

Can TMJ Cause Your Teeth to Hurt?   Toothaches, jaw pain, and migraines — these excruciating experiences are common symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ). TMJ is a relatively common condition, and while it’s often associated with jaw issues, it can also cause tooth pain. In this article, we’ll explore causes, symptoms, and treatment options […]

Five Types of Tooth Pain 

Five Types of Tooth Pain 

    Tooth discomfort can be an uncomfortable and distressing experience that can make even the simplest activities, like eating and drinking, unbearable. Different types of tooth pain come with their own unique sets of causes and treatments. Thankfully, a trip to the dentist can help you get to the bottom of what is happening […]

Four Reasons Why Dental Care is Important

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  If you often overlook dental care because you lead a busy life or have limited financial resources, you aren’t alone. However, the importance of oral hygiene cannot be stressed enough. From preventing tooth loss to early detection of cancer and other diseases, it’s vital to take your dental practices as seriously as other aspects […]

How to Avoid a Root Canal Procedure

How to Avoid a Root Canal Procedure

When you make an appointment with your dentist, you’re taking a step to ensure your oral health is as it should be. While your dental professional can do check-ups, they are also capable of more in-depth procedures, including restorative dentistry like fillings and root canals. The term restorative refers to the process of fixing teeth […]

What Are Dental Crowns? Exploring Cost, Procedure, & Aftercare

What Are Dental Crowns? Exploring Cost, Procedure, & Aftercare

  Have you heard of the term “dental crown” before and wondered what it means? As it happens, these are special treatments that can help not only protect your teeth but also restore their appearance. Let’s explore this in more detail.   What Do Dental Crowns Do? Dental crowns are designed to cover the tooth […]

Types of Dental Crowns

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  Everything will eventually undergo a little wear and tear when used for a period of time, our teeth being no exception.   Whether due to tooth decay, poor dental hygiene, or unfortunate accidents, your teeth can get severely damaged. When teeth fracture, chip, or break, an artificial dental crown can be placed to prevent […]

The Stages of Periodontal Disease

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  Tooth decay is one of the most prevalent dental issues in the world, with 7 in every 10 Canadians suffering from some form of gum disease.   Periodontal disease is most common in adults over thirty, and as individuals get older, they become even more susceptible to gum infection and inflammation.    While factors […]

Common Dental Restoration Procedures

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  Everyone wants to have a beautiful and healthy smile.   While preventative care is the most effortless and cost-effective way to keep your teeth in good shape, accidents may happen.   This branch of dentistry focuses on repairing or replacing missing and damaged teeth. Depending on the severity of the trauma, treatments from other […]

5 Recovery Tips for After Wisdom Tooth Removal

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  Wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars, are always the last adult teeth to erupt.   For many, there is not enough room in their mouths for these teeth, which is why they need to be removed. If left to grow, wisdom teeth can become impacted, meaning they develop underneath the gums, or […]