Do you ever notice your gums seeming more red than usual? Are you struggling with bad breath? Do your teeth feel loose or hurt when you brush them? These symptoms can be common but concerning when they are a regular occurrence. If you are experiencing any regular pain or [...]
Periodontal diseases are harmful and often irreversible infections that can damage the soft tissues and bones that support your teeth. These diseases are a result of oral infection and inflammation and are caused by untreated bacteria in our mouths. Periodontal in Toronto is on the rise, affecting many people [...]
Gums are one of the most important structures within our mouths and are essentially responsible for protecting the roots of our teeth, the health of our jaw, and the periodontal ligament. If you’re in Ontario and are considering a visit to a periodontist, here are some interesting facts about [...]
When you receive your regular dental check-up, a dental hygienist will use several different techniques to remove bacteria build-up, tartar, and plaque from the surface of your teeth. One of these routine techniques used by dentists and hygienists is called “teeth scaling”. Teeth scaling is one of the most [...]
If you live in Ontario and suffer from gum disease, you may be frustrated with the uncomfortable and sometimes debilitating symptoms of periodontitis. If your gums are causing you pain, making it difficult to eat, and affecting your quality of life it’s time to see a periodontist in Toronto. [...]
If you’ve recently had a periodontic procedure in the Toronto area such as surgery for a dental implant or a periodontal flap, you may be wondering how to care for your mouth in the days and weeks after your procedure. Maintaining proper oral hygiene is essential to helping the [...]
When periodontal disease progresses from early to more advanced stages of the disease, individuals will often require periodontal surgery to help remove the bacterial buildup and prevent future damage. Periodontal surgery in Toronto is generally an outpatient procedure; depending on the type of pain relief administered, many patients undergoing [...]
Periodontal disease is one of Canada’s largest and most significant threats to oral health, affecting up to 40% of the population at some point during their lives. Periodontal diseases result from bacterial buildup in the mouth, which can lead to inflammation and infection of the gums and bone that [...]
When parents in the Toronto area think of taking care of their children’s teeth, we often think of wrestling a toddler with grape-scented floss or adding a sticker to the chore chart under “brush teeth.” In truth, helping your children with their oral hygiene extends well into early adulthood. [...]
For over 55 years, the professionals at Cumberland Periodontics and Implant Surgery have provided exceptional periodontal care to local families in the Toronto area by providing the most advanced periodontal treatments available in a warm and welcoming environment. Beyond the scope of dentistry, periodontists specialize in informing patients about [...]
