A dental emergency is consider any dental problem that requires immediate attention, but not all dental problems are emergencies. Understanding what a dental emergency is, can help individuals in situations at the right time and seek prompt care and prevent potential long-term damage to their oral health. In Canada, dental emergencies are urgent dental issues that need immediate treatment to... read more »
Do you know that "The Canadian Dental Association: recommends infants to visit the dentist, within the 6 months of the eruption of the first tooth or by one year age. The reason is to prevent any problem with his or her teeth. Why Age One? Early Detection: Even baby (primary) teeth can develop cavities. Identifying problems early makes treatment less... read more »
What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)? The Canadian Dental Care Plan, known as (CDCP) is an insurance program launched by the federal government that gives coverage of various oral health care services for Canadian residents that are elegible. Who is this type of program for and what does it cover? The program is especially for uninsured Canadians who... read more »
Baby Bottle Tooth Decay often occurs in the upper front teeth, but other teeth may also be affected. There can be many factors that can cause tooth decay. This one is one of the common cause in babies and the most frequent, because of the prolonged exposure of baby's teeth with the sugary drink, mostly occurs when the baby is... read more »
Dentures are artificial replacements that are formed to help gums and replace lost or removed natrural teeth. They are customized and designed to fit and match to your exisitng teeth. Types of dentures Partial Dentures: Known as removable dentures, they are used when more than one few teeth are missing either surrounding natural teeth are not strong enough to supports... read more »
A mouth guard is a U-shaped piece of plastic that fits between the upper and lower teeth. A mouth guard is designed to protect the teeth, gums, soft tissue and surrounding bone. Would be a good idea to get a sports mouth guard for my child? Yes. It is very useful before your child starts a sport or exercise activity,... read more »
As the population ages through the time, taking care of their health and oral health are so important. Seniors need to mantain their dental health, it is crucial in preventing complications that could impact their well-being by prioritizing dental visits. People think that oral health is often seen as separate from general health, but it is, in fact, deeply interconnected.... read more »
Why should you apply for this new dental plan? The federal government's establishment of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) in December 2023 represents a big step toward removing the financial barriers that many Canadians encounter in accessing dental treatment. SMILE Team Dentistry strongly encourages our patients to apply for this dental plan as we want them to obtain the... read more »
What more is there to know about this dental plan? The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), launched by the federal government in December 2023, is a public program intended to remove financial barriers that many Canadians have while seeking dental health care. The CDCP is being carried out in stages, and the application process is following suit. As of March... read more »
The use of at-home teeth whitening has become increasingly common as a way to bring out the natural color of teeth and create smiles that are more aesthetically pleasing. Philips Sonicare whitening kits help patients achieve a whiter smile from the comfort of home with at-home teeth whitening. These kits have whitening gels that contain hydrogen peroxide and also come... read more »