Need Teeth Whitening in Toronto?
What Causes Discolouration of Teeth? What are the benefits of teeth whitening at the dentist’s office? What is Zoom professional whitening? What should I expect during my Zoom teeth whitening treatment? Will I need to follow any at-home care instructions after I complete my Zoom teeth whitening treatment? Are your teeth as white as you’d […]
Which is the Best Dentist in Toronto for You?
When you’re searching for the best dentist in Toronto, making an informed choice can be overwhelming with all the different options available. Having routine dental checkups in your dentist’s office is crucial in keeping your teeth, mouth, and gums healthy and safe from dental diseases. Dental care is also an essential part of your overall […]
7 Restorative Dentistry Procedures Your Dentist Might Recommend
At Yonge Eglinton Dental in Toronto, we take pride in helping our patients have a beautiful, healthy smile they can be proud of. In most cases, our patients achieve this through brushing twice per day, flossing before bed, and coming into our office for regular dental checkups. However, teeth can become damaged due to infection, […]
Do Dental Probiotics Really Work?
What is a dental probiotic? Bad breath? How probiotics can help Are probiotics good for your teeth? How probiotics help treat gum disease Can probiotics help prevent oral cancer? Do dental probiotics really work? There’s been a lot of buzz online about the benefits of probiotics for your oral health. Some of our patients at […]
How Does Dental Health Affect Heart Health?
The dentists at Yonge Eglinton Dental in Toronto firmly believe that when patients take good care of their teeth and gums, they’re making a positive contribution to their overall health and well-being – and taking dental care to “heart”. Many of our patients ask us, “How does dental health affect heart health?” It’s a fair […]
Can COVID-19 Harm My Teeth and Gums?
What effects can COVID-19 have on my oral health? How are healthcare experts linking long-haul symptoms to COVID-19? Could something else be causing long-haul symptoms? What should you do if you have long-haul symptoms of COVID-19? If the COVID-19 pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that we still have so much to learn about the […]
Invisalign vs. Braces: Which is Best?
For decades, metal braces were the standard practice for fixing smiles that have been affected by crowded, misaligned, or gapped teeth, complex bite and alignment issues, or back teeth that need to be rotated or moved vertically. In fact, braces were so commonplace that they almost seemed like a rite of passage for kids and […]
Infection Control: How We Protect our Patients from COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic that continues to sweep across the world this year demonstrated how important infection control is to preserve public health. Special measures had to be taken wherever people gather, especially in a healthcare facility. Here at Yonge Eglinton Dental, we take infection prevention and control very seriously to protect the well-being of our […]
How Can You Tell if You Have Gum Disease?
Late October brings us pumpkin spice lattes, changing fall colours, and a host of frightening movies to watch. As we march closer to the end of month, our thoughts turn to the ghosts, ghouls, and goblins that haunt us during the Halloween season. But what’s scarier is the thought of tooth decay and gum disease […]
What Causes Bruxism, and How is it Related to COVID-19?
2020 has certainly brought us our share of stress, a large part of which was triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic. From adjusting to new public health protocols, potential job losses, changing routines, and the constant barrage of information from both traditional and social media, it’s no surprise that people are experiencing more anxiety than ever […]
How to Treat Canker Sores
What is a canker sore? Canker sore vs. cold sore Home remedies for canker sores How to treat canker sores that are more than three weeks old Can you prevent cankers? Have you ever felt pain and irritation on the inside of your cheek, and poked your tongue there to rub against a mushy growth? […]
What is the Role of a Dental Hygienist?
When you visit your dentist’s office, you’ve likely noticed that you spend a lot of time with a dental hygienist before your dentist comes into the room. It might cause you to wonder what the role of a dental hygienist is, and how it differs from that of your dentist. Just like your dentist (and […]