A dental crown is typically made from materials like gold, a metal alloy or dental grade porcelain. It is used to treat a significantly decayed or traumatized tooth. It is designed to replicate the original tooth enamel. However, a dental crown can still be chipped or fractured by an accidental blow to the mouth during sports, or a household fall.... read more »

Do you have questions about cosmetic dentistry? If so, you have come to the right blog. Today, our dentists, Drs. Sean and Michael Ferguson, are happy to give you the answers to commonly asked questions about cosmetic dentistry so you can know more about the branch. Those questions are: Q: What is teeth whitening? A: The process of eliminating the... read more »

Do you struggle with sensitive teeth but assume that it’s an issue that will always be part of your smile? Are you tired of having to be picky about the foods you eat to avoid irritating your teeth? Our dentist and team are here to inform you of a few remedies you can try to address and even prevent sensitive... read more »

Keeping your smile safe and productive for a lifetime of happiness includes always taking time out of your busy day to think about your oral health and even clean your teeth when you get the chance. Not only should you be brushing and flossing on a daily basis, but you should consider using alternative cleaning utensils such as mouthwash after... read more »

Have you suffered any severe damage to your teeth but wish to have them prepared without the need for an extraction? In many cases, it may be possible to save severely damaged teeth through the use of a dentistry procedure known as a dental crown. Dental crowns are prosthetic devices that are shaping and crafted for your exact smile to... read more »

Are you familiar with any alternative techniques to keep your teeth and gums safe, such as chewing sugarless gum? Chewing sugarless gum has numerous potential benefits to your smile to help ensure your teeth and gums continue to function as intended. Listed below are just some of the benefits that you can expect: - Increase saliva flow in your mouth,... read more »

If you’re interested in knowing how dentures can benefit you, then our dentists Dr. Ferguson and Dr. Batra, are more than happy to help you. Dentures are handy appliances that can replace your missing teeth and boost your oral health. There are also more benefits to dentures, and they are happy to tell you all about them. The benefits include:... read more »

When pearly whites first begin erupting from your child’s jaw, you’re most likely going to like the process as much as they will: not very much. This eruption phase can be uneasy for the child, leaving their gums throbby and tender. Imagine the feeling of a new tooth emerging through some of the soft tissue spots of your oral cavity,... read more »

When an accidental blow to the mouth carries sufficient force to knock one or more teeth out the pain and soft tissue damage is often severe. In a situation like this apply some basic first-aid and taking urgent action can help minimize complications, while improving the chances for successful treatment. If the traumatized tooth is whole and thoughtfully preserved it... read more »

Always look for new ways to protect your smile from cavities. Cavity prevention is extremely important to ensure oral health happiness. If enamel erosion is allowed to occur, not only will it give rise to cavities, but it will increase your potential risk of infections and tooth loss. Thus, you'll need to make sure that you're doing everything you can... read more »