5 Tips for Taking Care of Your Child’s Teeth
If you’re a parent running after your child every evening so that they brush their teeth before going to bed, you are not alone. This is a common struggle faced by many mothers and fathers. What can make this even more stressful is if your child loves having sugary treats every day. As a parent, […]
Braces? Clear Aligners? What Dentists Say in 2021
Even though what is considered to be beautiful may be subjective, straight and healthy teeth are desired by many people. Straight, healthy teeth look great and give you confidence in your smile (and in other areas of your life). That’s not all…there are other benefits of orthodontic treatments as well. They help make it easier […]
Happy Canada Day
We would like to wish all of our clients a very Happy Canada Day! If you want a new dentist that you or for your family can trust, call us at (905) 237-7976 to book an appointment or send us a text message at (437) 995-0592 if we do not answer your call. One of […]
The 7 Best Things About Hummingbird Dental
We have a lot to be thankful for when it comes to our Hummingbird dental dentists. They are consummate professionals in their field, and they handle everything from root canals to emergency dentistry to fillings with care and precision. Hummingbird Dental’s dentists don’t just provide great service, they offer professional advice on how to maintain […]
What to Eat and What to Avoid After a Filling
Unless you wish to see your dentist again in a day or two, do not dive into a bag of crunchy potato chips after getting a tooth filled! Dental fillings cause some sensitivity, so you should avoid chewing in the area of the filling for the next 24 hours. In addition, you should be careful […]
How to Choose the Best Toothpaste, and Should You Change Toothpastes Periodically?
Many people like to try new things to grow and discover their personal preferences. They often do this to find out what’s working well and what isn’t. When it comes to your toothpaste, you don’t have to reinvent the wheel. Dentists will tell you that switching your toothpaste brand doesn’t make a big difference. What […]
Have You Had Your Teeth Whitened Since the Pandemic Started?
Ever since the pandemic started, life as we know it has changed. Casual handshakes became hangouts on Zoom, and a movie night with friends became a Netflix watch party. Since the standards of normal have been redefined due to the pandemic, we have had to adapt many aspects of our lives. Dinner at a fancy […]
A Dentist’s Advice After the Holidays: Checkup and Teeth Cleaning
From gingerbread cookies to layered trifles to hot chocolate to butter tarts, the holiday season is associated with mouthwatering delicacies from around the world. These delicious foods are highly anticipated by all, and while you can’t wait to enjoy every morsel, you should be aware that your teeth and gums will eventually begin to show […]
The Effects of Smoking: Is Teeth Whitening Safe?
Most of us are aware that smoking can have a negative impact on our health. It can lead to life-threatening medical conditions, chronic diseases like lung cancer and eventual tooth loss. However, there’s another side effect of smoking that doesn’t get as much attention. Smoking can also be detrimental to oral health. “Smokers’ teeth” or […]
Teeth Types – From Childhood to Adulthood
While many of us don’t put in much thought to the different kinds of teeth we have, there are a few types of teeth that we grow from childhood to adulthood. In the grand scheme of things, every tooth has the same purpose…chomp, chomp, chomp! Knowing the purpose of every tooth you have can make […]
