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A dental cleaning is a routine cleaning that is performed to remove plaque and tartar from the teeth. A deep cleaning, also known as scaling and root planning, is a more thorough cleaning that is performed to remove plaque and tartar from the teeth and below the gum line.

For most people, getting your teeth cleaned every six months should be enough to keep them in good condition. This will give your hygienist a chance to remove any tartar and plaque that’s built up since your last cleaning. Your dentist will also be able to keep tabs on any issues with your teeth and handle them before they get too bad.

In some cases, you may need to visit your dentist more than a couple of times a year. If you have periodontal disease or another serious dental issue, your dentist may want to see you every three months or so. It’s best to talk to your dentist to find out how often you should have your teeth cleaned.

You might be surprised to learn that you should take your child to the dentist for the first time around three years old. This will give their dentist a chance to check that all of their teeth are coming in properly and start preparing for a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Knowing what to expect during your dental cleaning can make the process easier for you and your kids. Your hygienist will start by placing a paper bib on your chest and leaning you back in a comfortable chair. Then they’ll begin to clean your teeth using small metal instruments to scrape off plaque and tartar.

As your hygienist cleans your teeth, they’ll offer you water to rinse your mouth out with. Once all the plaque has been removed, your hygienist will polish your teeth using a small vibrating device like an electric toothbrush. Finally, they’ll floss your teeth and may use a fluoride treatment to keep your teeth strong and healthy

This is the first question many patients ask. A root canal is a treatment where a dentist opens the infected or decayed tooth and removes the pulp. Next, they thoroughly clean and disinfect inside the tooth and root canal system. The dentist then refills the tooth and reseals it. Depending on the strength and location of the tooth, a crown or other form of protection may also be placed.

Here are a few possible signs that you might need a root canal:
· Swelling and tenderness in the gums near a specific tooth.
· Severe pain or a toothache while biting down or chewing.
· A recurring pimple on the gums near the tooth.
· Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold temperatures.
· Tooth discoloration.

Of course, other oral health concerns may cause some of these issues, so see a dentist for an examination and discuss your symptoms, any pain you experience, and your concerns.

After a root canal, most patients feel mild discomfort or tenderness while healing. Taking an anti-inflammatory pain reliever like ibuprofen usually helps. Sometimes a patient also needs a crown or other form of restoration. If that applies, the healing process will be complete after treatment is complete.

If your tooth is decayed and you leave it untreated, you will make matters worse because the decay will spread to other teeth. If you wait until you are in a significant amount of pain, your dentist might have to perform a root canal on more than one tooth. This will cost you more money than if you had taken care of it much earlier.

Your dentist may suggest a tooth extraction in scenarios such as severe tooth decay beyond repair, advanced periodontal disease, checking severe infection spread, addressing overcrowding, or dealing with impacted teeth. Assessments will be made to determine if extraction is necessary for maintaining dental health.

The short answer is, yes. A local anesthetic will be administered around the tooth being removed. Sedation dentistry can also be useful for those who are uneasy about dental procedures. Our goal is always to have you feeling comfortable in our office for a positive experience.

Your teeth are designed to work together, so missing one or more can sometimes impact speech, eating, and overtime cause other dental issues. Missing teeth can also change the shape of your face, as it can cause your mouth to shift.

Expect to have mild to moderate discomfort that can be managed with prescribed pain medication or over the counter pain relievers. Some swelling and residual bleeding within the first 24 hours is normal. We recommend that patients follow our post extraction care instructions for a straight forward recovery process.

A dental implant byitself is not a tooth! A dental implant is a prosthesis used to replace missing teeth.Essentially, it is a small titanium post/fixture that is inserted into thejawbone, on top of which a single crown (cap),a fixed bridge, apartial denture, or fulldenture can be attached. Once the implant integrates to your bone, a structurecalled an abutment is connected to the implant and then the artificialtooth/teeth are attached. Therefore, there are 3 parts to an “implant tooth”:the dental implant itself, the abutment, and the artificial tooth.

Almost anyone who is missing a single tooth, multiple teeth, or all teeth is candidate for dental implants. Talk to your prosthodontist for your specific needs.

It varies from individual to individual and with health and habits. For a healthy individual with good oral hygiene and good health, dental implants are predictably successful with reported success rates above 90-95 percent.

Unlike natural teeth, dental implants are not susceptible to dental disease such as decay; however, the health of the gums is vital to maintaining lasting implant success. Conscientious home care by the patient and regular professional cleanings and check-ups are essential elements for dental implant sustainability. Each patient is different, and success relies upon diagnosis and planning, medical history, and a variety of other factors.

The Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommends that children first visit an orthodontist around the age of seven; however, orthodontic treatment is not exclusive to children and teens, with about one in every four orthodontic patients being over the age of 21. Whether you're considering treatment for yourself or for a child, any time is a good time to visit the orthodontist.

The amount of time spent in braces will vary depending on the individual patient, because every smile responds differently to treatment. Treatment times can take anywhere between six and 30 months, but most standard treatments take about 22 months.

Braces do not often hurt though you may feel a small amount of discomfort for a couple days as your teeth, gums, cheeks, and mouth get used to your new braces.

Invisalign clear aligners are virtually invisible- people may not even notice you’re wearing them. You can remove them to eat and drink, to brush and floss or for special occasions. There are no metal brackets or wires that could irritate your mouth or break.