A cavity begins as a damaged area on a tooth’s surface enamel. Once developed, the damage can vary in degree (and depth). Symptoms of cavities emerge at different stages of damage and are an obvious alert that something is wrong. Cavities are also referred to as dental caries, and can be caused by a wide range of factors, from poor diet, to...
Good oral health habits are simply about prevention. Bad oral health habits will eventually compromise both the teeth and the gums. Prevention begins by visiting the dentist on a regular basis (about every six months). This provides an opportunity to diagnose any potential problems early on. At the same time, bad oral health habits can be revealed,...
A root canal is a dental procedure that attempts to preserve a tooth that is decayed or infected. Failing other treatment options, the nerve of the tooth and the pulp would be removed, and the finished restoration would return things to normal. You may be wondering if you need a root canal treatment, based on various symptoms, and here, a...
You must have heard the warning that smoking is bad for your health. But did you know that the effects of smoking on your teeth could also be very severe? We are not just talking about bad breath. There is a multitude of problems tobacco products can cause when it comes to your oral health that dentists in Woodbridge warn of. Those include:...
Without question, good oral hygiene is essential for maintaining healthy teeth and a bright smile. But there’s another aspect to preventive health - paying attention to the foods and beverages that are consumed on a daily basis and checking in with your dentist in Woodbridge. Certain foods and beverages will stain your teeth, and ongoing...
While it sounds like a senior citizen’s ailment, periodontal disease actually materializes during the adult years and often culminates with serious repercussions. It’s therefore important for periodontal disease prevention to begin at an early age and continue through young adulthood. The good news is that periodontal disease is...
Gum disease (periodontal disease) varies with each patient, and varies in degree and severity. It can present simply as gum inflammation, or something more serious that could lead to tissue and bone damage. Worst-case, gum disease can lead to tooth loss. The good news is everyone can learn from their family dentist in Vaughan to prevent gum...
Wisdom teeth are the final teeth to emerge – they grow in the back of the mouth, on either side of the upper and lower jaw. In most people, they appear in the late teens or early twenties. With regular and routine visits to the dentist, it’s possible to monitor wisdom teeth as they grow, and to assess whether they are growing in...
The ill effects of cigarette smoking are well known and well established. Anyone who is unaware is certainly taking great risk with their overall health. Cigarette smoking (and tobacco chewing) has a direct and negative effect on oral health. In fact, smoking is likely one of the most damaging things when it comes to oral health – and it...
Protecting the mouth and teeth should not go unrecognized, especially while playing sports. This is much more than just oral hygiene - it’s about properly taking care of the mouth and teeth. And today, lifestyles are far more active than in years gone by. So much is going on - from bike riding, to racquet sports, to a wide range of...
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