7 out of 10 adults in Canada may have periodontal disease. Periodontal disease attacks the gums and teeth, causing inflammation and bleeding. Some people even lose their teeth if it’s not treated. Dental scaling and root planning aim to treat chronic periodontal disease so it does not spread and worsen. But what does scaling and rooting
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Oral health is an important aspect of overall physical health. Teeth that aren’t properly aligned can lead to issues such as tooth decay, pain, and gum disease. It’s important to get these taken care of to improve your oral health. An orthodontist can help you correct your misaligned teeth. This is often done through treatments
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What Is Mask Mouth? “Mask mouth” is a term that has become increasingly common since the onset of the pandemic. But what is mask mouth? Stay tuned as we review what mask mouth is, what causes mask mouth and how to prevent and treat it. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, masks have become commonplace.
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Unless you experience sudden severe blood loss and swelling, bleeding to the gums generally isn’t a dental emergency. However, bleeding gums should be a dental priority; you should arrange to see a dental professional as soon as possible. Bleeding gums can be caused by many factors and there are various treatments and methods to stop
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Did you know that 5 million Americans have their wisdom teeth removed every year? It’s one of the most common dental procedures and very safe. But, it can cause a fair bit of swelling and pain once it’s done. Luckily, there are plenty of ways you can minimize these issues and speed up recovery. One such method
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Did you know that more than 90% of people in the United States alone have cavities? Cavities, along with other dental problems, can be painful to treat. For that reason, dental sedation exists. But you might be wondering, “What should I expect if I need to be sedated by a dentist near me?” After all, is
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Have you noticed that your teeth have become progressively flattened over the years? Have you ever woken up to the sound of your teeth grinding against each other loudly? If so, then you need to learn all that you can about why you might be grinding your teeth. If you’re dealing with any sort of
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Around three-fourths of Americans say they make some type of New Year’s resolution every year. Not surprisingly, health and self-improvement are the top areas people look to improve. If you have made dental health one of your priorities for 2022, you picked a great goal. Oral health can improve your overall health, because gum disease is linked
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Canadian’s see their dentists on average 3.54 hours per year. Over 80% of those visits were to a general dentist, and many would have been experiencing common dental emergencies. As a dental surgery, you see many of the same issues daily, all of which need to be treated with speed and the utmost care. Keep
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96% of Canadians have dealt with cavities at some point in their lives. Sometimes, people might not even know if they are suffering from a cavity. If you’re feeling discomfort, suffering from tooth sensitivity, or have sore gums, you might be worried you have a cavity. You might also be wondering how to tell if you
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A hurting mouth can make the rest of a person feel miserable and there isn’t anything quite as painful as a dental emergency. Dental emergencies can happen in several ways from breaking a tooth to pain from wisdom teeth to some sort of infection. All you know is you want relief now. Most dentists treat
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Many people use tooth gems to beautify their teeth. They use them as a way to make their smile more attractive. Some use it to cover up the spaces where they have lost teeth. But are you willing to risk the consequences of wrong use? It’s important that you know what will and won’t harm
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