What Is COVID-19?
COVID-19 is impacting society in an unprecedented manner, and it’s changing the way that we live. For months, people have not been able to travel, enjoy fun activities, or see family members. It’s important now, as restrictions start to lift, to remember that the COVID-19 pandemic is not over and that social distancing measures are […]
August 4, 2020What Is Oral Maxillofacial Surgery
You may have heard the term dental surgeon. Or perhaps the term oral surgeon. Maybe you have been told by your dentist that you need oral surgery. But what is oral surgery and what is an oral surgeon? The proper name for an oral surgery specialist is actually an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon (OMS). But […]
May 20, 2020Why Should I Have My Wisdom Teeth Removed?
Human evolution has removed the need for our third molars, also referred to as our wisdom teeth. Wisdom teeth are a set of four adult teeth located in the back corners of your mouth. They typically grow in usually between the ages of 16 and 24; hence the name wisdom teeth for the “wise” young […]
January 20, 2020The Main Differences Between Sedation and Anesthesia
Going in for oral surgery can be frightening or overwhelming, especially if you’re young or you’ve never had a surgical procedure done before. Often, it is just more comfortable to be sedated or asleep when you are having an oral surgery procedure such as wisdom teeth extractions. In addition, many complex surgeries performed by oral […]
December 9, 2019What You Need to Know Before Going in For Wisdom Teeth Extraction
More than 80% of the population of Canada has or will need to have their wisdom teeth removed at some point in their lives. While some patients may have them removed at the first sign of detection, others may decide to hold off on having them removed until there are obvious signs of eruption or […]
October 21, 2019What to Know Before Going in For Sedation & Anesthesia
If you’re going in for dental or oral surgery, you are typically given two options. The options are dependent on your anxiety level and the procedure’s complexity. One option is for your dentist to administer a freezing/numbing agent. You will be awake throughout your procedure. This is called local anesthesia. It is a numbing medication […]
September 30, 2019Why Consider Dental Implants to Replace your Tooth.
It is critical for your health to take adequate care of your teeth. However, tooth loss is a pretty common event. Causes for tooth loss include age, gum disease, failed root canals, tooth decay and accidents (e.g. sports accidents, tripping and falling, etc.) More and more people are looking to dental implants to replace their […]
July 22, 2019Wisdom Teeth Post-Operation Steps to Follow
More than 80% of Canadians are going to need to have their wisdom teeth extracted at some point in their lives. It’s fair to say, wisdom teeth extractions are a common procedure. However, that does not mean the recovery is fast or painless. Here are some helpful hints below. Rest assured that our nurse will […]
July 2, 2019The Negative Effects of Losing Your Teeth
The idea that senior citizens are the only ones that deal with tooth loss is a myth. Poor oral health and neglecting to address oral pains and aches could result in tooth loss for children, teenagers and adults. The importance of your teeth is one that needs no explanation; we generally don’t appreciate the role […]
June 7, 20195 Reasons Bone Grafting Is Beneficial For Oral Surgery
Losing teeth not only impacts your physical health, but it also affects your mental health including your self-confidence and overall happiness. Dental implants are the most effective replacement for your missing tooth or multiple teeth. Bone grafting is essential to implant surgery because in some cases, it is necessary to prepare your mouth for a […]
May 15, 2019