by Cawthra Dental | Aug 25, 2026 | mississauga dentist
Swollen gums are a common dental concern, but you shouldn’t ignore them. Healthy gums should generally feel firm and fit closely around the teeth. When gums become puffy, enlarged, red, tender, or painful, it can signal irritation or inflammation. Identifying...
by Cawthra Dental | Jul 23, 2026 | mississauga dentist
Having a tooth removed or extracted is a common dental procedure, and in most cases, the extraction site heals without complications. However, some patients may develop dry socket as a complication, which can cause significant discomfort and delay the normal healing...
by Cawthra Dental | Jun 24, 2026 | mississauga dentist
Some patients consider travelling overseas for dental care. Often referred to as “dental tourism,” this practice involves travelling to another country to receive treatments such as dental implants, dental crowns, dental veneers, root canals, or full-mouth...
by Cawthra Dental | Jan 27, 2026 | mississauga dentist
Many people assume that once adult teeth settle into place, they remain fixed for life. In reality, teeth can and often do shift over time. Tooth movement is a common dental concern that affects people of all ages, including those who previously had braces or...
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...
