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The best dental care for kids actually starts at home – and at an early age. It’s the beginning of preventive care that will hopefully keep kids cavity-free as they grow up. Preventive care also includes regular visits to a family dentist in an effort to monitor and avert problems.

If you’re thinking of sending your kids to the dentist for the first time, and you’re looking for a dentist for kids in Woodbridge, the Mackenzie Dental Centre offers a wide range of services. Dr. Lloyd Pedvis is your local family dentist, providing a stress free experience for young children.

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.