Braces are a common treatment option for fixing misalignment in the teeth or jaw. In fact, the Canadian Association of Orthodontics reports that more than 4 million people wear braces in Canada and the United States alone. We all know what braces are, but many people still believe that they’re just for teens. However, more […]
Do you have jaw pain? Do you have trouble chewing? Do you notice a clicking in your jaw when you talk? These are all signs that you may be suffering from a temporomandibular disorder or TMJ. Although common, TMJ is challenging to diagnose because there are many different causes and symptoms. The good news is, […]
Generally, a toothache is the sensation of pain in and around the teeth and gums. Toothaches can arise for many different reasons, and specific treatment options will apply to different causes of tooth pain. Treatment for toothaches can range from simply changing your dental hygiene, getting braces, to having oral surgery. Booking a dental examination […]
No one wants to deal with tooth decay (cavities). While treatment can solve tooth decay, avoiding having to book a root canal or inlay/overlay procedure is possible with proactive action. Visiting your dentist for regular dental exams and cleanings can help catch the issue before it has gone too far. Do you think you have […]
Missing teeth can cause you to lose more than functionality; they can affect your confidence and self-esteem. There are many ways to replace missing teeth, and dental implants a great option. Receiving your implants can be a several-month long process, so it’s important to understand how they’re installed. If you’re interested in dental implants, your […]
We don’t usually plan to see our dentist outside of a scheduled exam or cleaning. Unfortunately, accidents happen and they can affect your dental health. Do you know what to do if you experience a dental emergency? Learn about 10 common dental emergencies, their causes, and what to do if they happen to you. 10 […]
Veneers are thin “shells” applied to the front of the teeth to give you the perfect smile you’ve always wanted. They’re primarily used to improve your teeth’ appearance and are a permanent way to fix unsightly problems with your smile, such as chipped, broken, discoloured, or smaller-than-average teeth. Each veneer is applied individually, so you […]
If you’ve ever had a partner sharing your bed tease you about snoring, you might have gotten a little red around the ears. But if it’s quite a severe complaint, and if there’s a real concern for your health in it, your snoring could be a symptom of a much deeper problem. Sleep apnea can […]
We all remember what visiting the dentist could be like when we were kids. Some of us were terrified of even going for a routine cleaning — and God forbid they should find a cavity to drill! Now that we’ve grown up, those of us with families face another challenge: how can we make the […]
Neck pain can make even the simplest daily tasks into tedious challenges. Many people don’t even know where their neck pain is coming from, making matters even more complicated. For instance, what if we told you the pain in your neck might result from temporomandibular joint (or TMJ) disorder? Not sure what TMJ is or […]
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