Willow Dental Toronto Cosmetic Dentistry Blog

How Do I Take Care of My Dental Implant?

2012-01-30T11:12:00.001-05:00

The best way to take care of your dental implant is to take care of your mouth. Unlike other tooth replacement options, such as denture or a dental bridge, your dental implant will require no additional special care whatsoever. As a reminder, here's what you need to do:• Brush your teeth twice a day• Floss your teeth once a day• Have your regularly scheduled check-upsThat's all. No muss. No fuss.

Are Dental Implants Right for Me?

2011-12-05T11:32:00.000-05:00

Dental implants are the best replacement option for a missing tooth, but that doesn't mean that they're right for everyone. Here are some reasons why you may not be able to have dental implants:• Too little bone density• Advanced gum disease• Certain chronic diseases• Poor general health• Heavy smoking• Alcohol abuseIn most of these cases, you can overcome these obstacles to become a dental

What Is the Recovery Time for Dental Implants?

2011-11-22T12:51:00.000-05:00

If you are considering dental implants, one of the essential factors you have to take into account is how long your recovery will be. It is impossible to tell you what the recovery time will be for your dental implant until you come in for a consultation. In some cases, you may be able to come in, have a tooth removed, and have an implant base placed immediately. In other cases, you may have to

Smoking and Dental Implants

2011-11-15T12:48:00.000-05:00

If you are considering getting one or more dental implants to replace your missing teeth, now might be a great time to quit smoking. Smoking is not only bad for your mouth as a whole and may have contributed to your initial loss of teeth, it dramatically inhibits your body's ability to recover from the dental implant procedure, increasing your risk of dental implant failure.Smoking is toxic to

Why Do I Need Dental Implants?

2011-09-26T12:33:00.003-04:00

When you lose a tooth, you may find it uncomfortable and a minor inconvenience when eating, but mistakenly assume that this is the extent of the damage. The truth is that even a single missing tooth can compromise the oral health of your entire mouth, putting your other teeth at risk of falling out and leaving you vulnerable to many other dental problems.A missing tooth poses several dangers:

Treating Headaches Caused by TMD

2011-08-11T16:05:00.002-04:00

If you experience painful, chronic headaches that your doctor has been unable to diagnose, there is a chance you may be suffering from temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD). This all-too-common disorder involves a delicate jaw joint that is intimately connected with your back, shoulders, and neck muscles. When this jaw joint is even slightly displaced, a wide range of painful symptoms can occur

Who is a Candidate for Bioliners™ Clear Braces?

2011-08-04T12:39:00.002-04:00

Bioliners™ clear braces are an appealing alternative to traditional bracket-and-wire braces for many reasons. The transparent aligners used in the Bioliners™ system are virtually invisible when worn, and can be easily removed when patients need to eat, eliminating many of the cumbersome aspects of traditional braces.However, if you have significant problems with your teeth that require major

Smile Makeovers: Not Just for Celebrities

2011-06-29T15:28:00.000-04:00

If you’re familiar with the term “smile makeover,” it’s probably thanks to television – and the countless celebrities that have cosmetic dentistry to thank for their perfect pearly whites. But smile makeovers are not just a privilege granted to movie stars; they are available for everyday people who suffer from dental problems such as cracked teeth, misaligned teeth, missing teeth,

How Porcelain Veneers Can Transform Your Smile

2011-06-27T15:26:00.000-04:00