Dental bridge or implant: how they differ and how to choose

A tooth has been taken out, or is about to be, and now there is a gap. Two words keep coming up: bridge and implant. One sounds quicker, […]

How long do dental implants last? What helps them last and how to care for them

Before choosing an implant, almost everyone asks the same question: how long will it last? It is a fair question. An implant takes several months, more than one […]

Filling, inlay, onlay or crown: the differences and which suits your tooth

The dentist looks at the X-ray and says the cavity is quite large: you could have a big filling, but an onlay or a crown might protect the […]

A cavity in your tooth: is a filling enough, or do you need a root canal?

You run your tongue over a back tooth and feel a small hole. Or you notice a dark spot in the mirror, or food keeps catching in the […]

Gummy smile: can the gums be trimmed, what causes it and what are the options

Every group photo shows the same thing: a band of pink gum above your top teeth. Some people start smiling with their lips closed, or cover their mouth […]

Bleeding gums: causes, when to worry and how to stop it

You brush, spit, and the foam in the sink is pink. Or there is a red streak on the toothbrush or the dental floss. Most people feel a […]

Does teeth cleaning hurt? What it feels like and how often to go

You know it is time for a cleaning. Maybe your gums bleed a little, there is a hard line along the back of your lower front teeth, or […]

Dental implant surgery: does it hurt, what does it feel like, and how long should you rest?

Many people put off implant treatment for one reason: the word surgery. You picture drilling into the jaw, imagine a swollen face for a week, and wonder how […]

Swollen gum with pus (tooth abscess): causes, warning signs and what to do

It often starts as a dull ache. A day or two later there is a tender lump on the gum, the tooth feels taller when you bite, and […]

Crown or Veneer Fell Off? What to Do and Can It Go Back On?

You’re eating, and suddenly there’s something hard and loose on your tongue. Or you floss and the crown comes out with it. Some people find a thin veneer […]