by Cawthra Dental | Oct 24, 2022 | mississauga dentist
Peg-shaped teeth, often referred to as “peg laterals,” are a dental condition that affects the size and shape of the upper lateral teeth, which are the second from the centre. It occurs when the teeth do not fully form and erupt smaller in size and...
by Cawthra Dental | Sep 12, 2022 | mississauga dentist
What we eat and drink can affect the health of our teeth and mouth. Eating disorders cause nutritional deficiencies that affect the soft or hard tissues of the mouth and teeth. An eating disorder can sometimes exhibit the first symptoms in the mouth. These effects may...
by Cawthra Dental | Aug 30, 2022 | mississauga dentist
TMJ is the abbreviation for the temporomandibular joint. This joint is near your ears and connects the upper jawbone to the lower jawbone and your skull. A TMJ disorder occurs when the joint causes pain or has a reduction in movement. TMJ disorders may be caused by...
by Cawthra Dental | Jul 25, 2022 | mississauga dentist
Teeth clenching and grinding are nocturnal habits in both children and adults. The medical term for this is “bruxism.” During teeth grinding, the jaws clamp down, and teeth shift back and forth. With teeth clenching, the jaws forcefully clamp over an extended period....
by Cawthra Dental | Jun 22, 2022 | mississauga dentist
Your toddler’s baby teeth, though temporary, are still prone to tooth decay. Early childhood caries, commonly known as baby bottle caries, often affect young children’s upper front teeth. Most people don’t realize that healthy baby teeth contribute to healthy...
