For a dentist, diagnosing oral cancer would include the assessment of growths inside the mouth, cheeks and tongue. Like other cancers, age is a risk factor with oral cancer (most people are 50+). Unfortunately, the national statistics for oral cancer are somewhat shocking. Worse still, delayed diagnosis is one of the main reasons for...
With so many technology advances in the dentist’s office, laser dentistry may already be commonplace for some patients. It has become a very effective approach with many dental procedures, allowing for the treatment of very specific areas of the mouth, without the potential to damage surrounding tissue. Whether it’s gum related or tooth...
Today, more and more people (both men and women) are having their teeth whitened. It’s a sign of the times, and professional treatments at the dentist’s office have become quite commonplace. Overall, the formulated whitening agents are safe, and the finished results are better than ever. Clearly, teeth whitening is a cosmetic procedure,...
Cosmetic dental procedures have come a long way in recent years – they are more affordable and the results are far better than ever. Today, cosmetic dentistry is accessible to anyone who wants a nicer, more attractive smile. And with better tools, techniques, and technologies, the outcomes are simply better. Depending on the need,...
For children of any age, a visit to the dentist in Vaughan can be a stressful experience. Even with suggestions from the Canadian Dental Association, parents still have a hard time managing. Needless to say, it would be great for every kid to have a “cavity free” childhood, but the best a parent can really do is to establish...
Dental implants have been successfully used in patients since the early 1970s. And with technical advances, the procedure is now widely used, having become the “gold standard” when replacing missing teeth. Unfortunately, there are myths about dental implants, and many patients remain misinformed. All things considered, dental...
These days, sleep apnea is quite a familiar phrase - a common complaint coming from patients of all ages. With sleep apnea, a patient will experience a pause in their breathing during sleep. For some, there may be a number of pauses throughout the night. A pause in breathing can be for a few seconds or even a few minutes. In most cases, normal...
INVISALIGN® is the brand name for a unique and innovative alternative to traditional braces. For some, it might just be a familiar name, perhaps from some advertising. But for patients seriously considering the procedure, it’s important to understand how it all works, and if it would even be a good alternative. Patients who have a...
There are many dental patients who are simply afraid of going to the dentist in Vaughan. Some will actually get fearful just at the thought of an appointment. Unfortunately, there are even patients so afraid that they avoid going to the dentist altogether. Sometimes, the idea of a simple and noninvasive teeth cleaning can conjure up phobia. Today,...
As the name appropriately implies, preventive dentistry is all about a preventive approach to oral health care. In the short term, it’s about taking care of your teeth and keeping them as healthy as possible. In the long term, it’s about preventing cavities, diminishing enamel wear, and lessening the probability of gum disease. The...
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