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Common Wisdom Teeth Removal Questions

Wisdom teeth are the four permanent teeth located at the back corners of your mouth and erupt in adults between the ages of 17 and 25. Wisdom tooth removal is the surgical procedure to remove one or more of the wisdom teeth that may not have enough room to grow and may be causing pain. If you ...

How to Find the Best Dentist in Stoney Creek

Finding the right dentist in Hamilton and Stoney Creek can take a bit of time, especially if you have any kind of anxiety about visiting the dentist. But once you find the best dentist, regular dental care won’t seem like such a big deal. Here are a few tips for finding the best dentist in ...

Should I Get an Electric Toothbrush? (pros & cons)

The debate between manual and electric toothbrushes (and which is better) is ongoing. Overall, the decision to purchase one over the other is personal and will be different for everyone. However, some key factors can help you make the right decision. Here’s what you should know when ...

Common Dental Emergencies & How to Avoid Them

Although you may try to avoid them as much as possible, dental emergencies do happen. While it’s a lot easier said than done, if a dental emergency does arise, try not to panic! Instead, follow the tips and tricks below about common dental emergencies, including how to avoid and fix them. ...

How Long Does it Take Invisalign to Work?

Invisalign braces are a modern alternative to metal braces. They can be used for slight cosmetic adjustments or even major alignments and they can be used by both teens and adults. One of the main questions patients have when they start looking at their options for treatment is: how long will ...

Is Mouthwash Necessary For Oral Hygiene Routine?

While most of us know and understand that brushing our teeth regularly is important for overall oral health and hygiene, you might not be sure about using mouthwash. Is mouthwash a necessary part of good oral hygiene? Watching commercials and advertisements would make you believe yes – ...

Dental Implants vs. Bridges: Pros & Cons

As much as we may try to avoid it, sometimes we need to have teeth pulled because they are cracked, rotting or otherwise can’t be saved. When that happens, your Stoney Creek dentist will discuss options for replacing the teeth that have to be pulled out. If you don’t select ...

Is a Waterpik better than Flossing? (pros & cons)

Every time you visit your Stoney Creek dentist , you know you’re going to be asked about whether you’re flossing and how often you do it. While most of us are accustomed to brushing our teeth a couple of times a day, we often either forget to floss, are in a hurry, or genuinely do not like ...

What Is PPE in Dentistry?

Due to COVID-19, the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) has increased in importance. Now, PPE, including face masks, gloves, and face shields, is commonly being used by workers on the frontline. Since COVID-19 is transmitted largely through droplets from coughing and sneezing, ...

Why Brushing & Flossing is Important During Lockdowns

Because of the government’s restrictions placed on essential services due to COVID-19, non-emergency dental treatments have been put on hold for patients Ontario-wide. There’s an inability to complete social distancing in dentistry and a difficulty securing a reasonable supply of ...

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