Oral Health Tips

The Importance of Dental visits

In order to take care of your teeth, you need to do more than just brushing and flossing. For complete care, you should make an appointment every 6 months with your dentist for a regular checkup and cleaning. Regular dental visits will help your teeth stay cleaner, last longer and can prevent any oral problems [...]

2017-09-14T11:58:39-04:00 September 14th, 2017|Oral Health Tips|

What is a Root Canal?

A root canal is a treatment that repairs a damaged or infected tooth. This procedure involves removing the area of the damaged tooth, cleaning the remaining part of the tooth, and sealing it. The tooth can be affected due to cracks, cavities, or even germs that lead to tooth decay. What to Expect? A root [...]

2017-08-30T09:31:45-04:00 August 30th, 2017|Oral Health Tips|

Teeth Whitening Treatments

Are you self-cautious about your smile due to stained or discoloured teeth? If that sounds like you, you're not alone. Even if you start out with nice white teeth, you will notice that in time your teeth will become discoloured and stained. Teeth lose their natural colour due to many reasons such as:  • Smoking • [...]

2017-08-03T14:02:49-04:00 August 3rd, 2017|Oral Health Tips|

Teething Tips for Parents

Teething is a big part of a young child's development. Watching your child grow up is something very special. "No parent likes to see their child in any pain or discomfort," says Dr. Maryam Adibfar, a Toronto dentist who has been helping children and parents alike with their oral health. "That's why the teething phase [...]

2017-01-02T13:16:44-05:00 January 2nd, 2017|Oral Health Tips|

Healthy Snacks to Keep Your Teeth Healthy

Healthy snacks aren't always easy to come by. Whether you're watching your favourite hockey team, settling in for a movie night or having friends over for game night, you're probably thinking about what snacks to have on hand. It's no secret that these fund past times are great excuses to indulge on your favourite foods. [...]

2016-12-03T10:31:52-05:00 December 3rd, 2016|Oral Health Tips|

Root Canals: The Truth About Them

Root canals have gotten a bad rap. We've heard the stories about how painful they are or how comfortable they can be. "Root canals have become synonymous with pain and discomfort," says Dr. Maryam Adibfar, a Toronto-based dentist who has been performing root canals for years. "But as the dental industry, technology and skills have [...]

2016-12-03T10:27:03-05:00 December 3rd, 2016|Oral Health Tips|

4 Oral Health Benefits That Water Provides

Water is great for your body. We've all been taught that at an early age. But did you know that water provides a lot of benefits when it comes to your teeth, gums and oral health? "Staying hydrated keeps our bodies healthy and strong," says Dr. Maryam Adibfar, a Toronto dentist with years of experience. [...]

2016-11-01T18:16:32-04:00 November 1st, 2016|Oral Health Tips|

How Proper Nutrition Supports Healthy Teeth

Proper nutrition is extremely important. We've all heard it before. But did you know that there's more to great oral health and beautiful teeth than brushing and flossing? "Proper nutrition can have a very large impact on our teeth, gums and overall oral health," says Dr. Maryam Adibfar, a Toronto dentist who has been helping [...]

2016-11-01T18:12:40-04:00 November 1st, 2016|Oral Health Tips|

Common Oral Health Questions About Snacks

Snacks and food area big part of our lives. For many, food is much more than just something that gives us the nutrients and energy we need. It's something many of us love. Whether it's that delicious breakfast to kick-start your day, the mid-day energy boost or cooking up some inventive snacks for movie night, [...]

2016-10-01T15:05:10-04:00 October 1st, 2016|Oral Health Tips|