I am a Dentist in Kitchener, ON, and each week I like to explore a question that I commonly get at my Kitchener Family Dental office. This week, I'd like to discuss gum disease and bone loss around teeth, and whether this condition is reversible or not. "Can dental bone loss be reversed?". Many patients […]
Dental Bridges have a long and successful history as a durable and non-removable tooth replacement option. They cost about half as much as dental implants and tend to have fewer complications, overall. When presenting this treatment option to patients, many ask "How do Dental Bridges work?". Today I'd like to discuss Dental Bridges and their […]
I am a Dentist in Kitchener, ON, and each week I like to explore a question that I commonly get at my Kitchener Family Dental office. This week, I'd like to discuss address whether or not you can whiten dental crowns. Teeth whitening has become a multi-billion dollar industry and each year, Canadians spend more […]
I am a Dentist in Kitchener, ON, and each week I like to explore a question that I commonly get at my Kitchener Family Dental office. This week, I'd like to discuss whether or not dental implants can fail. Dental Implants become more and more popular as a tooth replacement option each year. Many patients […]
If you are missing one or more teeth, chances are you've discussed replacement options with your Dentist in Kitchener. Dental Implants are expensive, but they are becoming more and more popular each year. One obstacle to treatment acceptance with dental implants is that patients have concerns about their comfort during the healing process. "Is it […]
"Why do I get so much tartar on my bottom teeth?". Tartar drives patients nuts because it makes their teeth feel rough and it can cause inflammation and bleeding gums. As a Kitchener Dentist, I get a lot of questions about how to best control tartar. So, first, let's discuss what tartar is and its […]
Parenthood is an exciting time. For many parents it also means learning when to have checkups with the Family Doc and visits to the Dentist. You child's first dental visit should be a positive experience. It should also help you to have the necessary information to help your child build positive dental habits. Below are […]
"How do I make dental freezing wear off faster?". We get this question from our patients from time to time. Most people realize that numbness makes painless treatment easy to achieve. However, sitting around for 1-2 hours waiting to eat and feel normal again is no fun. So what can be done? Oraverse: Reversal of […]
Crown lengthening involves adjusting the level of the gums and bone around a tooth to allow for easier treatment access. For instance, a Dentist uses this procedure to allow for repair of cavities deep under your gums. Crown Lengthening allows your Dentist to place a filling or crown under the gums without chronic irritation of […]
Teeth whitening is a popular treatment because it is relatively low-cost and therefore accessible to everybody. But, many options for whitening exist: whitening strips, toothpastes, and several custom options available from your Dentist. So, what works best and what do you choose? Well, many home whitening options available work on the same chemistry as options […]
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