While the majority of Canadians have dental insurance plans as an extended health benefit, coverage varies and what’s included in each plan may not always address an individual’s health needs. Patients should be aware that delaying or declining dental care based solely on dental plan coverage could impact their health and lead to more complex and costly treatment in the future.… Read more

BLEEDING
In order to control bleeding, maintain steady firm pressure by closing on the gauze that has been placed over the extraction site(s). Don’t chew on it and avoid talking.… Read more

Periodontal (gum) diseases, including gingivitis and periodontitis, are serious infections that, left untreated, can lead to tooth loss. The word periodontal literally means “around the tooth.” Periodontal disease is a chronic bacterial infection that affects the gums and bone supporting the teeth. Periodontal disease can affect one tooth or many teeth. It begins when the bacteria in plaque (the sticky, colourless film that constantly forms on your teeth) causes the gums to become inflamed.… Read more

1. Use only enough gel to cover the outside surface of the teeth you wish to bleach.
2. Ensure you wipe away the excess with your finger or a dry toothbrush after you seat the bleaching tray.
3. You may wish to bleach one arch at a time – this means less “bulk” in your mouth and you can see the difference between the arches as the arch bleaches.

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To understand gingivitis, it is important to have an idea of the anatomy of the tooth and its supporting structure. Almost all advanced periodontal diseases start with gingivitis.… Read more