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Do you hate visiting the dentist, and do you try and ignore the need to have your teeth looked at on a regular basis? Many people feel the same way about the dentist. In fact, Canadian Academy of Health Sciences notes that 6 million Canadians do not visit the dentist at least once per annum. These are staggering statistics. It does not matter how old you are. It is important to visit the dentist...

By any definition, accidents and mishaps are unanticipated. In many cases, they can also be emergencies that require care and attention immediately. When it happens around the mouth and teeth, immediacy is vital for best outcomes. Patients looking for an emergency dentist in Vaughan will find a competent team of specialists at the Mackenzie Dental Centre. At the Mackenzie Dental Centre, Dr....

Patients who receive regular dental health services from a dentist in Vaughan are doing it right - both for the short term and for the long term. The fact is, primary dental care and scheduled dental health services are simply integral to overall general health. With early diagnosis, it’s possible to treat conditions immediately and therefore avoid bigger, more serious problems. Committing to...

Losing a tooth (or teeth) can be the start of dental health problems for many years to come. It could create an unsightly gap between the teeth; it could affect a beautiful smile; and it could actually affect the ability to properly chew. Worse still, tooth loss can also lead to bone loss. The solution, of course, is to repair and restore the damage, and ensure long-term dental health.

For many patients, cosmetic dentistry is ideal for restorative work and can do a lot for personal self-esteem. Procedures have made great gains over the years, and have become more affordable, with far better results. Today, cosmetic dentistry services in Vaughan are more accessible than in the past - with better techniques and technologies, and with better, long lasting outcomes. Both men and...

Choosing a family dentist will likely get down to personal preferences. For some, communicating on a personal level with the dentist is important, while for others a professional relationship is all that’s required. The important thing is not to wait for symptoms to emerge and then react with some alarm. Oral care should be as essential as general health care, and just like securing a good...

Although many people will visit the dentist only when there’s a problem, it’s actually wise to have a general dentist near you in Vaughan as a primary health care provider. In fact, it’s wise for the entire family, young and old. After all, oral health is integral to general health, so having a preventive approach makes sense. For the most part, a general dentist will oversee the diagnosis,...

Market research studies show that “teeth whitening” is one of the more important priorities for people who are looking for self-improvement. With that comes the ongoing discussion about DIY teeth whitening or professional teeth whitening. Years ago, there were many “homemade” options for teeth whitening, and a good many DIY recipes - everything from baking soda mixes to hydrogen...

To be fair, not everyone has been endowed with a “Hollywood Smile”, along with teeth that are dazzling white and perfectly shaped. In fact, many who are in the spotlight can thank their dentist for enhancing their smile with dental veneers. For many, however, dental veneers are much more than just a cosmetic enhancement. Patients who have damaged or decayed teeth can derive great benefits from...

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 naturally or causing over-crowding. The main reason why dentists...