Children all over Ontario are about to head back to school, and parents are working hard to make sure they’re ready. You’ve gone shopping for school supplies and new clothes, reviewed school bus information, and created a meal plan for several weeks of healthy lunches – but have you brought your child to the dentist
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Many people want to correct small defects in their smile, but they may not relish the thought of wearing braces for years. Thanks to modern technology, there’s a better way to get orthodontic treatment: SureSmile. This new clear aligner therapy offers many advantages over braces and other aligner brands. Let’s take a closer look at what
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Have you ever glanced at your face in the mirror and wondered how much better your smile would look if your teeth were just a little bit straighter? Veneers may be able to help. While these prosthetics have their limitations, they are great for making minor touch-ups like this. Learn more about veneers and the
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While you may have been excited to feel a loose tooth in your mouth as a child, it’s a whole different ball game when it happens to you as an adult. A loose permanent tooth may be lost forever if you don’t act quickly. Whether it happened due to an injury, teeth grinding, gum disease,
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Have you ever had a dental problem that was bad enough to make you think about calling your dentist for an emergency appointment? No matter what you decided to do, you probably second-guessed your decision at least once. Dental emergencies can be difficult to define. Today, we’ll take a closer look at what types of
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So you’ve just had a tooth extracted and are beginning to think about your next steps. You know dental implants are the gold standard and you want to get one to replace your tooth, but you aren’t sure if you want to do it right away. Can you wait a while and get one placed later
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Teeth whitening products can help you get a brighter, more attractive smile, but did you know they can also damage your teeth? While whitening products are safe to use when handled with care, it’s easier to overdo it than most people realize. Learn more about what kind of damage these products can cause and how
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Root canals are incredible procedures that can often save injured, damaged, or heavily decayed teeth that would otherwise have to be extracted. They are also some of the most involved dental procedures that most people will ever undergo. If you’re preparing for a root canal, your dentist has probably already warned you won’t be able
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Did you know that only 28% of Canadians floss at least 5 times a week? Many don’t floss at all. This means that well over half of the population does not follow dentists’ recommendations to floss at least once per day. If you’re one of the many people who don’t floss as much as they should, it’s never
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More and more people are switching from manual toothbrushes to electric toothbrushes these days. With so many options on the market, it can tough to find the right one for you. Oral-B is one of the leading manufacturers of electric brushes, and their Genius line is one of the most popular. Today we’ll be taking
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