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Improve Your Quality of Life with Dental Implants!

July 26, 2024

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The loss of teeth can significantly impact the quality of life, affecting physical appearance, functionality, confidence, and overall health. Fortunately, dental implants can offer a dependable and long-lasting solution to these challenges, transforming lives by restoring both form and brampton dental implant dentist gta function. Learn how dental implants can dramatically improve quality of life, focusing on their benefits, the procedure, and the long-term impact on oral health and well-being.

What Are Dental Implants?

Dental implants are artificial roots of a tooth, typically made of titanium, that provide a sturdy foundation for fixed or removable replacement teeth. They are designed to match natural teeth in function and appearance, making them an ideal tooth replacement option for individuals with missing teeth. The dental implant is inserted surgically into your jawbone, where it properly fuses with your bone through the osseointegration process, ensuring stability and durability.

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What Causes Tooth Loss?

June 26, 2024

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Tooth loss affects people of all ages. It can significantly impact oral health, appearance, and even your overall well-being. Understanding and stopping the causes of tooth loss is vital for prevention and maintaining a healthy smile. Learn the main factors that contribute to tooth loss and provide tips on how to keep teeth strong and healthy.

Gum Disease

Gingivitis, or gum disease, is a major cause of tooth loss in adults. It starts as gingivitis, a mild inflammation of the gum tissue, and can progress to periodontitis when left untreated. Periodontitis, the progression of gum disease, causes the gums to shrink away from the teeth, forming infected spaces or pockets. This infection can damage the bone and connective tissue that hold your teeth in place, leading to tooth loss. Frequent dental check-ups and good oral hygiene can help prevent gum disease.

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How to Keep Baby Teeth Healthy

March 3, 2022

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Brushing and Flossing

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Brushing and flossing are essential in keeping your child’s teeth healthy and cavity-free. Begin brushing at the sign of the first baby tooth and continue helping until your child is around the age of 8 to reduce the risk of cavities. Flossing should begin around the age of 4 when the molar contacts close in, and cavities are possible between the back teeth.

Fluoride/ Xylitol

Both fluoride and xylitol help reduce the risk of cavities, but for different reasons. Fluoride helps by strengthening the enamel (the outer structure of the teeth) to prevent the penetration of acids and bacteria. Xylitol helps by altering the bacteria in the mouth, changing it from the type that causes cavities to the kind that doesn’t cause cavities. Fluoride can be found in toothpaste, mouthwash and tap water in most municipalities, and xylitol can be found in mints, candies and gum.

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We’re Moving To A New Location – Just 300 Meters Away!

September 9, 2021

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The Salvaggio Dentistry team is excited to announce that we will be moving to a new location in the same plaza! Our new location is located across from Giant Tiger. We expect to be fully operational in February 2022.

In our ongoing efforts to better serve you, moving to a new and larger location will provide many more benefits to our patients. Here is what you can expect in our new location.

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5 Amazing Benefits of Dental Implants

June 15, 2021

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A dental implant is a replacement tooth that is used to fill the space of a missing tooth. Natural teeth can be lost due to decay, trauma, extraction, etc. A dental implant consists of a titanium screw inserted into the bone and a porcelain or ceramic crown on top. The screw is left to heal and integrate into the bone for 4-6 months before the permanent crown is placed. In the interim, a temporary crown can be placed on the screw to fill the space.

Best Option for Aesthetics and Function

Dental implants are the best option in many areas for replacing missing teeth both as they excel in aesthetics and function. Dental implants act, look and function just like natural teeth. Dental implants are also cleaned in the same way as natural teeth, brushing at least twice a day and flossing at least once a day. Your dental hygienist will use a softer cleaning tool around the implant during your routine cleanings to prevent any microscopic scratches or scrapes.

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Learn How To Clean Between Your Teeth

May 25, 2021

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Each tooth is like a box; they have 5 surfaces that require cleaning. By using a toothbrush, you are cleaning the top, front and back surfaces, but due to the diameter of the bristles, they are unable to access between the teeth. That means that if you are brushing your teeth but not using an interdental aid such as floss, you are missing nearly half the surfaces in your mouth! Bacteria are constantly forming on your tooth surfaces and even underneath your gums, and the same is true for between your teeth.

Gingivitis, which is inflammation of the gums from the presence of oral bacteria, is thought to affect up to 90% of the population in varying severity. Gingivitis can lead to gum disease, bleeding gums, tooth sensitivity and even loose teeth. Gingivitis can occur localized or generalized, and therefore it is important to clean all tooth surfaces to prevent it.

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Tips For Helping Your Teething Baby

February 26, 2021

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When new teeth are erupting in your baby’s mouth, they can feel pain, discomfort and even flu-like symptoms. Teething can occur when any or all of your baby’s teeth erupt through the gums. The first baby teeth to erupt are the lower front teeth, around 5-10 months old, and the last will be the back molars around 2 ½ years old. The symptoms your baby is experiencing during teething are due to a small immune response in their body, which is why your baby might also experience a mild fever.

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Maintain your Oral Health with These Habits

December 14, 2020

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Brush Your Teeth Twice a Day

It is vital to brush your teeth at least twice a day, in the morning and before bed. You can use a manual or an electric toothbrush. Brushing your teeth helps remove bacteria from tooth and gum surfaces that can lead to cavities and gum disease.

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All You Need to Know About Tooth Decay

November 9, 2020

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Cavities, What Are They?

A cavity is an area of cavitation in the tooth enamel (outer tooth structure) and dentin (inner tooth structure) caused by oral bacteria and acids. When sugars are consumed, they get converted into acids in the mouth, which then attack the enamel of the teeth. The acids slowly demineralize the outer structure of the teeth and leads to cavities over time. Cavities most commonly affect the deep grooves and fissures on the biting surfaces of the molars and the in-between surfaces of the teeth, which are both problematic areas to adequately clean. It is vital to catch cavities in their earliest stages, so minimally invasive treatment can be provided. Dental x-rays are an essential tool for diagnostic purposes and are used to catch cavities early before they are visible and start causing pain.

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Learn All About Dental Tools That Clean Your Teeth Effectively

October 26, 2020

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Manual Toothbrush – Manual toothbrushes come in either super soft, soft, medium or hard, and it is recommended never to use medium or hard because they are too abrasive on your teeth and gums. Make sure to change your manual toothbrush every three or so months or when the colour starts to fade from the bristles.

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