by Cawthra Dental | Dec 12, 2022 | mississauga dentist
There have been many debates and mixed opinions on the use of fluoride in recent years. Mixed opinions range from whether or not it should be in the municipal water supply and consumed systemically, and also whether it should be used topically at the dentist or in...
by Cawthra Dental | Nov 24, 2022 | mississauga dentist
Let’s review the most common oral conditions that patients experience, the signs and symptoms associated with these conditions, and ways to help prevent and treat these conditions. Cavities Cavities are one of the most common dental conditions in children and...
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 | 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...