Have Questions About Dental Implants?

Dental implants are increasingly popular in restorative dentistry. The ability to replace a missing tooth with a new one is a viable option for many, especially due to the procedure's almost 98% success rate. There are many cosmetic and health advantages to dental implants, including improved speech, appearance, oral heal...

What Are the Advantages of White Fillings? (10 Top...

According to the Canadian Health Measures Survey, almost all have experienced cavities and/or tooth decay at some point. And the most common solution today is white fillings, a.k.a. composite fillings. This popular dental filling material restores decayed or broken teeth and is a subtle and aesthetically pleasing alternat...

Adult Tooth Loss: Its Causes, Prevention and Treatment

Tooth loss in adults is worrisome, but not uncommon. Adults characteristically have 32 teeth, and losing even one can impact the way we chew food which can adversely affect your health. Seeking emergency dental care in the event of a tooth falling out is necessary, but it’s best to be careful and know what to do if and wh...

How Good Dental Care Can Help You During COVID-19

Poor oral hygiene is considered a high-risk factor for COVID-19 comorbidities, particularly for those suffering from diabetes, hypertension or cardiovascular diseases. In fact, some recent studies have suggested that maintaining good oral hygiene can help mitigate the disease. Here are a few things you can do to maintain ...

How we are Protecting you during the Covid Pandemic

We hope that you have all been keeping safe and healthy during the COVID-19 Pandemic. We are Glad to be back and are ready to provide you service for all of your dental care needs! At Dentistry on Dusk we have been working very hard over the past few months to prepare for your safe and stress-free return to our friendly a...

Covid-19 Update – April 8, 2020

To our valued patients and community: We hope that you are all keeping well and are staying healthy and safe. Since our last update, the Ontario government has extended the "state of emergency" for the province into the month of April, and has mandated the shutdown of all non-essential businesses in order to help curb...

The Anatomy and Classification of a Natural Smile

Image Source - Cosmetic dentistry is about helping you achieve a prettier smile and feeling more attractive. After all, a bright smile can make anyone appear more beautiful and confident. From fixing discoloured teeth to filling gaps between them, this branch of dentistry enhances your facial aesthetics. Howe...

Root Canals: A Safe, Effective Cure for Painful Teeth

Image Source - No one wants to get a root canal. But when an infected or damaged tooth needs to be repaired, your dentist may suggest it. Also known as endodontic treatment, it’s considered one of the most intimidating dental procedures. Throughout dental history, endodontic procedures and their applications hav...

What Toothpaste Should You Use? Or Should You Use...

Have you ever asked your dentist which toothpaste you should be using? Doubtless, many of us have. We want to protect the beauty and health of our pearly whites at all costs. After all, stained and discoloured teeth can directly impact our self-worth. But no one toothpaste can singlehandedly solve our oral health p...

Is the Obsession with Daily Flossing Really Warranted?

Want to maintain good oral health? Then taking good care of your teeth at home is just as necessary as using the right products and regularly visiting your dental specialist. Along with brushing your teeth twice a day, you’ve likely been told to floss just as often. But you may wonder: if you’re brushing properly e...