Tips for healthier smiles
Plain-language advice from our Oshawa clinic on cleanings, kids’ teeth, braces, emergencies and more.
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Facts About Dental X-rays
If you regularly visit your family dentist, chances are you have had a few X-rays taken. Dental X-rays are extremely useful for the early detection and diagnosis of…
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Choosing a Caring Clinic in Oshawa
Many people have anxiety about visiting the dentist. Many of us are older, who suffered uncaring treatment from someone putting on braces or cleaning our teeth during our…
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Finding a Family Dentist in Oshawa
A family dentist is a professional who performs basic oral care services for you and your family. They are “generalists,” trained to perform services from tooth cleaning to…
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What You Need to Know About Cosmetic Bonding
If you have teeth that are discoloured, unevenly shaped, chipped, or cracked, you may want to consider how tooth bonding can improve your appearance. Tooth bonding is one…
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Diet Tips to Prevent Tooth Decay
If you’re concerned about your oral health, preventing cavities and gum disease, and maintaining a healthy smile, consider the following dietary recommendations to keep yourself in great shape:…
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Invisalign vs. Braces
Many of us will require teeth straightening at some point in our lives. Some of us make this commitment as adults, others will undergo the process as children…
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Oh, Baby!! Teething is Tough for Toddlers and Tots – How to Ease the Pain
Every stage of a child’s development is amazing to witness. From the moment a baby first opens his or her eyes, to the moment they start talking, walking,…
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The Word on Wisdom Teeth
What Are Wisdom Teeth? Wisdom teeth are your third molars. You can expect them to appear between the ages of 17 to 25. Interestingly, this period of your…
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Habits That Are Damaging Your Teeth
Knowledge is Half the Battle Many times we may have habits that we don’t realize are causing damage to our teeth and beautiful smile. Chances are if you…
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You Asked: Flossing Doesn’t Help?
Recently I heard on the CBC that there was a statement that “there has never been a study indicating that flossing is beneficial to your teeth and gums.”…
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Tooth Pain Primer: What to Do
Tooth pain can be caused by a number of factors. It may be induced by infection, decay, or dental injury. Many times the pain originates from an exposed…
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How To Identify The Warning Signs of Oral Cancer
Let’s be honest- taking care of our teeth and gums can prove to be challenging at certain points in our lives. But our oral health is so important…