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You have finally decided to get the perfect Hollywood smile you’ve always dreamt of, but are wondering is cosmetic dentistry worth it? In modern society, beauty and youth play a bigger role than ever before, and it is not surprising that cosmetic dental procedures gain more and more popularity among men and women alike. The good news is that at Mackenzie Dental Centre, we are determined to meet...

If you don’t have a dentist to take care of your teeth and see regularly, consider Mackenzie Dental, a Woodbridge dental clinic. How often do you see a dentist and if you have children, how often do you take your kids? If the answer isn’t every 6 months, then you risk getting cavities and other oral health problems. Going to your dentist for regular checkups and cleanings can make a HUGE...

If you’re looking for a new dental clinic, your Woodbridge dentist is accepting new patients. Just like your general health, dental health requires regular and ongoing attention. The fact is, children, teens, adults, and even seniors, should all be paying attention to preventive oral care throughout the year. Needless to say, aches and pains (in and around the mouth) need immediate attention,...

There is no way to sugarcoat it. Wisdom teeth can cause us a great deal of pain. There is a lot of pain associated with the growth of wisdom teeth if they are growing in the wrong, and that’s a major reason why wisdom teeth removal can be necessary. You might not be sure whether you need wisdom teeth removal and might be wondering, will the pain go away on its own? Removal is typically the only...

Prevent tooth decay this Halloween and make the holiday a little less scary! Unfortunately, the bitter truth is that you put your teeth at risk every time you eat candy. The good news is that you can prevent tooth decay this Halloween. There are many precautions you can take to make sure nothing bad happens to your teeth. Follow these simple tips provided by our dentists in Vaughan for the best...

Halloween is approaching and we all know the sugar in the treats our kids get are bad for their teeth (and ours as adults). But do we really consider why that is? It’s a good idea to understand why sugar is so bad for your teeth and can decay them. Basically, when bacteria eat the sugar and leftover food in your mouth, a weak acid is produced. That acid is the unwanted culprit that can...

Do you grind or clench your teeth and wonder how you can stop yourself from grinding your teeth at night? If so, you’re not alone. Also known as bruxism, teeth grinding affects about 8-10 percent of the population, according to some research studies. Many people (young and old) grind their teeth at night, which can lead to serious dental consequences. Regardless of the reasons why you grind,...

Many people are anxious about getting a dental implant. Naturally, there is some fear, and the biggest question is about how painful the dental implant procedure is. While the fear of pain is reasonable, today’s technologies and procedures have come a long way with dental implants.

Although dental crowns are widely used (and with great success), there are times when a dental crown may come loose for some reason and even fall off. If you have a dental crown (or crowns) installed, it’s important to know what you should do if your dental crown falls off. Whatever the case, any issue with a dental crown requires immediate professional care.

Have you wondered if your wisdom teeth are coming in? Wisdom teeth refer to the third and last set of molars, which you typically get in your late teens years or early twenties, so if your age falls within that range, odds are your wisdom teeth are coming in! These teeth are one of your mouth’s biggest mysteries because we don’t know exactly when they will come in, as every person is...