Eating Disorders & How They Affect Your Oral Health

Eating disorders are a serious problem that come with serious consequences — but did you know that they can affect your dental/oral health amongst other things? The negative effects of an ED on your mouth can fluctuate in severity depending entirely on the individual. In this blog post, our team at Weston Dental Office would like to explain some of the main symptoms your mouth & teeth undergo while suffering with these disorders, as well as explain some common ED’s to gain some contextual ground.  Continue reading Eating Disorders & How They Affect Your Oral Health

How To Stop Your Gums From Bleeding

Another day has gone by and it’s time to get ready for bed. You wash your face, brush your teeth and notice that when you spit into the sink there’s blood. When you look in the mirror to see what’s transpired, you notice that your gums are bleeding!  Continue reading How To Stop Your Gums From Bleeding

Is It Ok to Drink Coffee After a Tooth Extraction?

Getting a tooth removed in a dental office can be painful, uncomfortable and downright irritating. As difficult as this procedure may be, a tooth extraction is essential in helping you get one step closer to healthy, beautiful teeth.  Continue reading Is It Ok to Drink Coffee After a Tooth Extraction?

Why Proper Hygiene Is Important to Your Oral Health

With the dramatic world changes due to COVID-19, hygiene has been an important part in keeping people safe. More than ever, you are probably hyperconscious about keeping yourself clean. Were you aware, however, that your bodily hygiene can actually affect your oral hygiene? Here at Weston Dental Office, we would like to explain why this is the case, and what you can do to prevent bad hygiene practices from affecting your mouth and teeth. Continue reading Why Proper Hygiene Is Important to Your Oral Health

Tips to Keep Your Teeth in Great Health for the Summer

As the summer months are upon us, our team at Weston Dental Office has a few tips for you to help keep your oral health at its best. These tips include remembering your routine, planning ahead, keeping hydrated, remaining safe, and getting the perfect amount of sun. By following these tips from our dental office in Toronto, you will be on the right path to enjoy the summer with a happy and healthy smile. Continue reading Tips to Keep Your Teeth in Great Health for the Summer

Dental Advice For Every Age Group

When it comes to helpful oral health advice, there can be a number of different tips and how-to guides to follow. A lot of them, however, will be targeted at a specific group of people. This means that your age group or state of oral health problems may be left out and you might be unsure as to how to properly take care of your teeth based on your situation. Luckily, we here at Weston Dental Office have come up with a guide on how to take care of your teeth regardless of your stage of life.  Continue reading Dental Advice For Every Age Group

Why Do I Grind My Teeth When I Sleep?

Teeth grinding (also known as bruxism) occurs most commonly in the nighttime. Teeth grinding happens when you clench your jaw muscles. When this takes place, your teeth can grind back and forth against each other. This condition is very much out of one’s control, and can affect people of any race, gender or age. 

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Five Signs You Are In Need Of A Root Canal

Trying to figure out whether or not you need a root canal is similar to the process of trying to figure out if you need a filling. In the early stages of tooth decay, it can be hard to figure out whether or not any type of dental filling or root canal is needed.

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Reasons Why A Tooth Extraction Will Need To Be Performed

Not many people know that a dental office will do anything possible to avoid a tooth extraction. This is mainly because treatments that restore the teeth are much more available these days, saving even the most damaged ones from complete removal.

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5 Reasons You Should Choose Dental Implants

Missing teeth can more often than not have a large detriment on both your health and self esteem. This is why it is important to replace them as soon as possible. 

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