Dental implant surgery procedures have come a long way. The ancient Mayans used to hammer pieces of shell into the mouths of those who had missing teeth. Today, the procedure is high-tech and very effective. It’s true that many people fear dental surgery. They worry about pain and the time that they’ll need to spend…
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What Are the Most Common Reasons for Tooth Pain?
Are your teeth causing you discomfort? If so, you should know that tooth pain is really quite common. According to the Canadian Health Measures Survey (CHMS), 12% of Canadians report ongoing pain in their mouths within the past 12 months. Seeing a dentist will be the best way to get the cause of your specific…
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What Causes Toothache?
Anybody who has had an ache in their tooth can testify how terrible it is. It is agonizing and it’s hard to even concentrate when you have a stinging or throbbing pain in your mouth. Fortunately, there are treatments available to help reduce or eliminate the pain altogether. Toothache generally results from irritated pulp at…
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A Quick Guide to Gingivitis
When you go to the dentist, you will hear many terms that you may not be familiar with. Bruxism, calculus, periodontitis, tartar – sure, you have probably heard these terms on TV in toothpaste commercials, but do you know what they mean? Gingivitis is likely one of those terms. You know it’s bad, but do…
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