In a world where we are bombarded with information online—whether it be through TikTok, Instagram, Facebook or other social media platforms- we can be easily intrigued by DIY trends.  “Oral health hacks” can be especially alluring because of claims of using products that you may have at home, are relatively inexpensive, and are considered “natural”.  But do these hacks actually work and are they safe?

Digital dental impressions represent cutting-edge technology that allow dentists to create a virtual, computer-generated replica of the hard and soft tissues in the mouth using optical scanning devices. The digital technology captures clear and highly accurate data in mere minutes, without the need for traditional impression materials that some patients find inconvenient and messy. It replaces the need to take messy impressions for a night guard, crowns, invisible orthodontic aligners, or when you need to compare and monitor tooth and gum changes that would otherwise not be easy to do. Digital impressions significantly increase efficiency, productivity, and accuracy and make it possible for dentists to email the virtual impression to the laboratory rather than send a traditional impression or stone model via regular mail.

We all have good and bad habits. Why does it seem impossible to change the bad ones no matter how hard we try? This is not for lack of will power but rather because habit formation involves multiple parts of the brain. So in order to change a habit there are specific calculated steps needed. Here are a few tips that can help you with those habits that you want to change in your life.

A dental implant is a procedure where modern dentistry has been able to predictably and aesthetically replace missing teeth, fill in gaps and create better chewing function for patients of all ages. Some people are still not sure that dental implants are right for them. Here are some myths about dental implants that may prevent you from having the smile of your dreams.

The daily stresses of life, especially over the last 2 years, has taken a great toll on our bodies as well as our teeth. Unfortunately, I have seen more of this with many of our patients presenting with damage to their teeth, fillings and crowns that present as chips, cracks, and general wearing down due to teeth grinding and jaw clenching. Even if you don’t think you’re clenching and/or grinding your teeth during the day, it could indeed be happening at night.

I am so excited to share with you the new technology that we just purchased.

I have been waiting a long time and after much research I feel I have found the right digital scanner for our patients.

The Dentists on Bloor team wishes you a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season with your family and friends, and all the best for the New Year 2022!

While a dentist’s appointment may not be your favorite appointment, it is one that should be kept and not canceled. Visiting the dentist at least twice a year is vital to help monitor and maintain the condition of your teeth and gums. It has been well researched that poor oral health may lead to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, lung disease, and oral cancers. Regular examinations will help control and catch conditions before they become that emergency visits we all fear.

Good oral hygiene alone may not help combat bad breath also known as HALITOSIS but its a good place to start.      

Every industry has its own language and terms. These words and phrases can be confusing to anyone who is not part of the daily operations of a specific sector, and the dentistry business is no exception.

 

 Egyptians are believed to have started using a paste to clean their teeth around 5000BC

Not all dental situations need to be seen immediately. How do you know if you need to go to an after hour dental emergency clinic, go to the hospital or simply wait until the office can see me?

 

Follow this simple guide that will help you decide what is the best approach

 

My patients often confuse TMJ with TMD.

TMJ is the Temporal Mandibular Joint whereas TMD is Temporal Mandibular Disorder.

We all have the joint but many of us also have the disorder.                               

TMD is not just one disease but a group of disorders that can be painful affecting the joint or the muscle of chewing

TMD commonly affects twice as many women than men.

WHAT IS GUM RECESSION

Gum recession or receding gums is the exposure of the roots of the teeth caused by a loss of gum tissue and/or retraction of the gingival margin from the crown of the teeth.

Tooth Paste. What does it do.?

Brushing your teeth is the most effective way to prevent cavaties.

COVID-19 has impacted all our lives in many ways we could have never imagined. Protocols have been implemented to help protect you at your next visit. Please see our protocol pages. 

Dentistry has come along way from the days when dentist would just drill out an entire tooth surface to get access to the cavity and hopefully prevent further tooth destruction. Today we know a lot more about the chemistry of cavity formation and so a relatively new product to North America has been added to our tool box to help fight this disease. 

COVID-19 changed how most companies and industries work to curb the spread of the virus and mitigate any economic fallout. While there are many businesses and other establishments that can handle their jobs remotely, dentistry is unfortunately not one of them.

The year 2020 was an incredible year of uncertainty, major lifestyle and work disruptions and not to mention the stress. I want to take a moment to remind you of what we all realized this year that is so important;  family, friends and our health. As with every begriming of a new year we try to make changes so let's include these ones for a better 2021. 

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