Dental restorations, such as fillings and crowns, play a crucial role in maintaining oral health by protecting the tooth structure and preventing further decay or damage. When they suddenly fall out it’s not just an annoyance—it can lead to pain and potential complications if left unaddressed. Fortunately taking quick action can help mitigate some of…
Read moreDental Abscesses: Symptoms, Emergency Care, and When to Seek Help
With a dental abscess, the intense throbbing pain is usually the first indication that you have an issue. Whether the abscess is due to an impacted tooth, gum disease or tooth decay, it’s important to treat an abscess and prevent the infection from spreading to other parts of the body. Here’s why calling your dentist…
Read morePartial Dentures: Benefits, Types, and Care Tips For New Patients
Did you know the first dentures were designed by Etruscans from ancient Italy in 700 B.C.? Since then partial dentures have come a long way and thankfully, for millions of Canadians. They are more durable, flexible and hard to distinguish from natural teeth. Understanding Partial Dentures Partial dentures are custom-made to fit in line with…
Read moreExploring the Importance of Dental X-Rays in Preventive Dentistry
Just as general practitioners use X-ray imaging to diagnose or detect various health conditions, dentists depend on the same technology to get a detailed view of the oral cavity. Oftentimes, there are bone, tissue and tooth issues that need to be addressed but are not visible to the naked eye through a visual examination. An…
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