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Root canals have been a procedure feared by many for decades. Just hearing the term “root canal’ can send shivers down a patient’s spine. Whether you have a sore tooth and are worried about what may have to happen to fix it or have gone for a routine dental checkup...

In the world of oral health, there's a silent enemy that often goes unnoticed but can cause serious damage: periodontal disease. While it may not be as well-known as cavities or tooth decay, this chronic inflammatory condition affects countless individuals. It's...

The advancements in modern dentistry have made performing procedures such as root canals, fillings, and other oral surgeries much easier, less painful and ultimately more comfortable for the patient. More specifically, the advancement in laser dentistry has been at...

Let me set up a scenario for you. You’ve just gotten out of the dental chair after having a surgical procedure performed at Collingwood Dentistry. The procedure may have been a root canal or a dental implant and now you are beginning to worry about what you can safely...

If you’ve ever felt a clicking or popping sensation in your jaw while eating or have suffered from jaw soreness, chances are it was caused by a TMJ disorder. A temporomandibular joint disorder or TMJ is a term used to describe a group of symptoms including headaches,...

If you’ve ever been a regular canned soda drinker, chances are your dentist has told you to stop consuming them or to at least limit your intake. Some statistics show at least 50% of people are daily consumers of soda. This type of behaviour is not only associated...

Are you someone who suffers from sensitive teeth? When you drink a hot beverage or take a bite of ice cream do you quiver in pain? Chances are almost everyone has suffered from having sensitive teeth at one point in their life. But why does this occur? In this blog, I...

We’ve all been there. You're at a party talking to someone and begin to worry about the smell of your breath. Perhaps someone has told you before that you have bad breath and now you can’t stop thinking about it. It’s beginning to cause you extreme anxiety. But what...

Has your partner ever complained about how often you snore? Do you sometimes wake up in the middle of the night gasping for air or consistently start off your mornings with a dry mouth or headache? You may be suffering from sleep apnea. In this blog, I will go over...

Which Orthodontic Treatment is best for me? You’ve reached that time in your life where you’re ready to get the smile you’ve always dreamed of. Now that you're prepared to invest in orthodontic treatment, which options should you consider and why? Firstly, you should...