Procedures and Treatments
Types of Bite Problems That Need an Orthodontist’s Attention
Adequately aligned jaws are considered to be aesthetically pleasing and makes a smile look attractive. But, not everybody has a perfectly aligned jaw. If you are one of those people who have slightly or majorly misaligned jaw, it is better to get it treated soon. If a misaligned jaw is not fixed in time, it…
Read MoreGetting Dental Crowns? Here are the different types of dental crowns
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap which is placed over a decayed or damaged tooth, which needs to be repaired and restored to its normal state. It helps restore the strength, shape, and appearance of the tooth. A dental crown is required in cases like: Protection to a weak tooth or a cracked tooth…
Read More7 tips to overcome dental paranoia
Getting a little nervous before visiting a dentist is normal. But, if that nervousness turns into anxiety and prevents you from visiting a dentist when you should, is a matter of worry. Being afraid of needles, the sound of the drill, or the cost of the treatment, any negative past experiences, and embarrassment over the…
Read MoreEat Right: 4 Best Foods For Your Oral Health
They say prevention is always better than cure. If you are here, then you probably want to know about the best foods for dental health so that you can prevent any oral health problems. Your concern is understandable because in today’s lifestyles we consume various foods that can ruin our dental health. Foods that are…
Read MoreCommon Cosmetic Dentistry Procedures
It’s a common misnomer that maintaining a good smile is easy. However, quite often, a cosmetic dentistry procedure is needed to bring the ‘wow’ back into your smile. Having stained teeth, a broken or chipped tooth, or misaligned teeth can be a problem. Let’s take a look at some of the most common cosmetic dentistry…
Read MoreSix Steps To Have Healthy Teeth
Maintaining good oral health is as important as maintaining the overall health of your body. Although you may brush daily, it is not enough to keep you away from various dental problems. According to Edmonton dentist, to avoid unnecessary dental problems and have healthy teeth, following these 6 steps is vital. 1) Brush Your Teeth You brush…
Read MoreTeeth Bonding – Pros and Cons
Tooth bonding is a cosmetic dentistry procedure which is ideally suited for people who have chipped, cracked, discolored or misaligned teeth. A tooth bonding procedure typically includes the application of an enamel-colored, composite material over the damaged surface of the tooth. This composite resin is shaped, hardened and polished in such a manner that the…
Read More3 Signs You Need Root Canal Therapy
More often than not, when people suffer from a toothache they wonder – ‘Do I need a root canal?’ The answer is, not necessarily. Yes, toothache is one of the signs of an infection, but it does not always result in the need for an endodontic treatment. Root canal therapy, also known as endodontic treatment,…
Read MoreDo You Need A Root Canal Therapy?
A root canal therapy, also known as endodontic therapy, is necessary when the pulp or the nerve tissue of the tooth becomes inflamed and suffers irreversible damage due to crack, decay or tooth fracture. According to the Canadian Health Measures Survey, a large chunk of working hours for adults and school hours for children are lost…
Read MoreCosmetic Dentistry 101
The word ‘cosmetic’ is always associated with beautifying or enhancing one’s appearance. Cosmetic dentistry is a field of dentistry, which focuses on treatments for a healthy and attractive smile. Some of the dental procedures under cosmetic dentistry are teeth whitening, veneers, smile design, crowns, and dental clean-up.
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