"Who makes Dentures near me?" Looking for a great denture provider? I totally get it. And, I think I can help... I write a lot about locating dental service in the community because, every month, there are tons of people in any given city looking for a new Dentist. Usually, they are looking because they […]
"How do dental implants work?". This is a very common question that we get at the office. Intense marketing efforts have made most people in North America aware of dental implants and many of these people understand that dental implants can replace one or more missing teeth. However, only a small proportion of patients have […]
If you're looking for a Denture Clinic in Kitchener, you are likely considering a new pair of dentures or a transition from problematic teeth to dentures. Denture clinics can provide you with services you need to have a new denture made. However, General and Family Dentists can also provide these services. So, who should you […]
Dental Crown Preparation Historically, Dentists would prepare your tooth for a Dental Crown, take an impression, and book you for a crown delivery weeks later. During the intervening 2 week period, a dental laboratory would make your custom crown using impressions from your first appointment. However, a new technology (CEREC) allows Dentists to make their […]
When I recommend wisdom tooth removal for a teenager, parents often ask "who does wisdom tooth removal near me?". At our clinic, we remove the majority of impacted wisdom teeth under local anesthetic, with or without an additional sedative such as laughing gas (nitrous oxide). In some cases, a referral for extraction with the local […]
This week I'm discussing Root Canal Treatments and their longevity. The subject is a complex one because the success and longevity of treatment depends on many factors. First I'd like to explain what an ideal root canal treatment and tooth restoration would be. Then, I will discuss common reasons for failure as well as statistics […]
Dental crowns are cemented "caps" that act like a helmet to protect weak teeth. The crown can be made of porcelain, porcelain-fused-to-metal (PFM), or metal alloys including gold alloys. A Dentist will typically recommend a crown under a few circumstances: Following root canal treatment. These teeth are inherently more brittle and less fracture-resistant. As a […]
"Dentist Near Me" and "Dental Clinic Near Me" are the top two most commonly used search strings when people look for a new dentist online. This reflects how important convenience and proximity are to most people in today's world. Unfortunately, this kind of a search will give you a few websites based predominantly on geography. […]
When children are referred for dental treatment, parents often wonder "who is the Best Pediatric Dentist Near Me?". However, in some cases you may be able to find a Family Dentist with experience in, and enthusiasm for, treating kids. For basic restorative treatment like fillings, I find that having your child see a familiar face […]
Estimates suggest that close to 75% of adults in North America experience some level of dental fear or anxiety. Within this group, 5-10% experience a level of anxiety consistent with dental phobia. Dental Sedation provides an option for these people to receive necessary treatment comfortably and without anxiety. Below I explore some super-important, "need to […]
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