Here are some frequently asked questions by our patients.

Q: Do you accept new patients?

Yes, we do! We are accepting new patients and referrals of family/friends.

Q: How often should I see my dentist for a check up and hygiene visit?

Depending on patient’s individual oral health condition, we recommend to see us for an exam and hygiene visit 2-4 times per year.

Q: When should I bring my child for their first dental appointment?

It’s important to get an early start on dental care, so that your child will learn that visiting the dentist is a regular part of health care. Canadian Dental Association encourages the assessment of infants, by a dentist, within 6 months of the eruption of the first tooth or by one year of age.

Q: Do I need x-rays at each visit?

How often you need to have x-rays also depends on your oral health. A healthy adult who has not had cavities or other problems for a couple of years probably won't need x-rays at every appointment. If your dental situation is less stable and your dentist is monitoring your progress, you may require more frequent x-rays.

Q: How can I tell if I'm brushing and flossing properly?

Brushing: Brush your teeth gently, paying special attention to the areas where your teeth and gums meet. Clean every surface of every tooth. Use the tip of your brush to clean behind your upper and lower front teeth.

Flossing: Take a piece of floss about 18 inches long and wrap it around your middle fingers. Using a clean section of floss each time, wrap the floss into a C shape around a tooth. Wipe it over the tooth, from base to tip, a couple of times. Repeat on each tooth. After flossing, roll it up in a tiny ball and put it in the garbage. Never flush floss down the toilet.

Q: How common is gum disease?

Very! Seven out of 10 Canadians will develop gum disease at some time in their lives. It is the most common dental problem, and it can progress quite painlessly until you have a real problem. That's why it is so important to prevent gum disease before it becomes serious.

Q: Do I need a crown?

If your tooth is damaged, a crown can be used to restore its shape, appearance and function. You may also need a crown if you have a root canal, a large filling in a tooth or a broken tooth.

Q: What is a root canal?

A root canal procedure treats disorders of the pulp (the soft tissue inside the crown and roots made up of blood vessels, nerves and lymph vessels that help keep your tooth nourished). A root canal treatment restores your tooth to a comfortable state by removing the damaged tissue and replacing it with a substance that will help preserve the function of the tooth.