If your jaw or neck feels sore after you wake up, you may be one of the millions of people suffering from sleep bruxism—when a person involuntarily clenches their jaw and grinds their teeth during their sleep, including the following: Severe headaches Facial pain Disruption during sleep Tooth pain or sensitivity Damaged enamel, fractured and chipped teeth Tight jaw muscles... read more »
What does tobacco do to your teeth? Although tobacco use has long been linked to a host of health issues, its effects on oral health can often be overlooked. Unfortunately, however, tobacco usage, like cigarettes, has six times the risk of mouth, tongue, throat and lip cancer. Early signs of oral cancer include the uncomfortable feeling that something is stuck... read more »
What are tooth infections and how can they be treated? A tooth infection or “tooth abscess” is a collection of pus and bacteria that forms inside the tooth or gums. If left untreated, dental infections have the potential to spread to other parts of the body and cause dangerous, potentially even fatal consequences such as sepsis, an infection that spreads... read more »
What are root canals? The purpose of a root canal treatment is to remove infected or inflamed pulp from inside teeth. The tooth is then carefully cleaned, disinfected, filled and sealed. The goals of root canal therapy are to save the natural tooth, stop the infection from spreading, and eliminate bacteria from the infected root canal. What are the advantages... read more »
It is common to experience dental trauma. The Smile Team is here to provide you with the care you need and the right steps to take during situations like these. To start, what is dental trauma? Dental trauma is when injuries occur to the teeth, gums, tissues, and bones of the mouth. Some examples of this include the following: A... read more »
At The Smile Team Cosmetic and Family Dentistry, we accept refugee patients who are new to Canada and covered under the Canadian government. If you are a refugee and have appropriate documentation, you can simply call our dental office in Scarborough and book an appointment for an initial examination. Refugee insurance covers new patient exams, dental X-rays and taking out... read more »
If you have a young child, these basic tips may help you prepare them for their first dental visit. -Bring them in for a check up early on. -Read or watch videos about children going to the dentist. -Don’t let them inherit your dental anxiety and allow them to create their own experience . -Ask the dentist clinical questions (that... read more »
When dental pain strikes, it can be debilitating. Many rate dental pain as worse than childbirth! But THE SMILE TEAM is here to take care of all your emergency needs. Most dental emergencies involve three main issues: Bone loss and subsequent infection or mobility of teeth Trauma that can range from a tooth being broken to being completely avulsed A... read more »
Here’s some information about root canals that can help you better understand this procedure. Here at The Smile Team in Scarborough, Toronto, we perform many root canals each month. Feel free to call Scarborough’s top clinic when you are in pain to evaluate if a root canal is needed. Why do I need a root canal? Root canals are needed... read more »