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Over the past decade, dental implants have become the gold-standard tooth replacement method in Mississauga. The only tooth restoration that spans from root to crown, dental implants are placed in the jawbone and anchor your new artificial teeth in place. The result...

Do you know the real meaning of the term “tongue-tied”? It’s a common expression for not knowing what to say or feeling embarrassed and unable to speak at a certain moment. But the real meaning of being “tongue-tied” is physiological.   A tongue-tie is often...

Losing a tooth is, for better or for worse, part of the circle of life. As a kid, you may remember your baby teeth falling out to make way for your permanent teeth. On the other end of the life cycle is aging, when the bones weaken and tooth loss can occur as a...

By now, most adults know the basics of good oral health: regular oral hygiene and visits to your dentist or periodontist. But how many of us follow the second part? Regular visits to your dentist or periodontist means up-to-date check-ups and cleanings to prevent...

Did you know that good oral health goes beyond taking care of your teeth? It also includes the gums. The gums are essential tissues that help anchor the teeth in place in the jawbone and protect sensitive nerve endings or the roots of the teeth. Without proper care,...

The reality is, when you lose one or more teeth, you lose more than the full power of your bite that helps you bite and chew, and a complete set of teeth that help you talk and communicate clearly. One of the biggest impacts of having missing teeth is losing...

Do you know what a perfect smile looks like? One of the main things that makes a smile healthy and beautiful is the alignment of your teeth. When the teeth aren’t crooked, crowded, or protruding, the bite is perfectly aligned.   But what if your teeth are any of...

As a parent, you look out for a lot of things to make sure your kids grow up strong and healthy. When it comes to your kids’ oral health, it’s usually cavities that come to mind first. After all, the risk of cavities is high in kids, since they’re still learning good...

Do you know why there’s nothing better than dental implants? Essentially, they’re the closest you can get to the real thing. After all, can you imagine all the possibilities—everything you can do again, thanks to a restored, healthy smile?   With a reputation for...

Do you know if you have gum disease? Chances are, you won’t notice until symptoms, such as swollen and bleeding gums worsen. When you’re past the early stages that can be reversed with good oral hygiene, it’s best to visit a periodontist in Etobicoke and find out your...

Do you think your smile looks “gummy”? A “gummy” smile means the ratio of gum tissue to teeth is uneven, so much that your teeth look much shorter and smaller, while your gums are more visible when you smile.   A “gummy” smile can affect your self-esteem, causing...

Did you know that there’s more to losing a tooth than a gap in your smile? Losing a tooth due to a necessary extraction, injury, decay, and gum disease can have a lasting impact on both the appearance and health of your smile. When left untreated, the gaps left by...

Gum recession can affect anyone at any age, although certain genetic, health, and lifestyle factors can speed up the thinning and loss of gum tissue. Over-brushing, poor oral hygiene, smoking, and many other habits can cause gum recession. And over time, you may...

Have you ever heard of the phrase “long in the tooth”? Or maybe you’re more familiar with descriptions like “toothy smile”. What do they mean?   These expressions mean one thing: you are experiencing gum recession. Essentially, the gum tissue is pulling away from...