Patient Care Blog

Is Vaping Bad for Your Teeth and Gums?
Vaping gets marketed as the “chill” cousin of smoking — less smoke, fewer chemicals, no lingering smell on your hoodie. But your mouth doesn’t care about

The Best Ways to Remove Deep Stains on Teeth (And When Whitening Is Not Enough)
Deep stains on teeth can be frustrating. You brush, you floss, you try whitening strips — yet the dark patches, banding, or deep yellow tones barely

Dental Crown vs Onlay vs Veneer: How to Choose the Right Option
Crowns, onlays, and veneers are custom-made indirect restorations, meaning they are created outside the mouth and then bonded or cemented to the tooth. They are designed

Can Braces or Aligners Move Teeth Too Fast and Cause Damage?
Most people want their orthodontic treatment to move along as quickly as possible — especially with all the new “fast braces” and “accelerated aligner” options advertised

What Happens If You Skip a Dental Cleaning?
Skipping a dental cleaning might not seem like a big deal, especially if your teeth don’t hurt or look any different. But professional cleanings do far

How Dental Guarantees, Financing & Insurance Work in Ontario
If you’ve ever tried to understand how dental insurance, financing, or guarantees work in Ontario, you know it can feel like decoding a foreign language. Between

How Dentists Evaluate Enamel Health (and Why It Matters)
Tooth enamel is the hard, shiny coating that covers the outside of each tooth.It’s made mostly of minerals (hydroxyapatite) and protects the softer inner layers —

PAP+ and Purple Toothpaste: Do These Whitening Alternatives Work?
Most people want whiter teeth, but not everyone loves the idea of hydrogen peroxide whitening. In the last few years, two big trends have emerged online

Should You Whiten Teeth Before or After Other Restorative Treatments?
Teeth whitening can dramatically enhance your smile — but if you’re planning crowns, veneers, bonding, or fillings, timing matters more than most people realize. Only natural
The Benefits of a Good Cosmetic Dentist
Learn how a cosmetic dentist focuses on improving the look of your smile through a variety of procedures including veneers, fillings, teeth whitening, and dental implants
March 5, 2023