Gum Graft Surgery: When It Is Needed and What Recovery Involves

Learn when gum graft surgery may be recommended for receding gums, the main graft types, what recovery involves, and questions to ask your dentist.
How to Avoid a Root Canal: Practical Ways to Lower Your Risk

You cannot guarantee that you will never need a root canal. You can, however, lower several common risks by controlling tooth decay, protecting teeth from cracks and injuries, and having problems assessed before they reach the soft tissue inside a tooth. Some causes are not fully preventable, so good habits reduce risk rather than eliminate […]
How to Renew the Canadian Dental Care Plan: What to Know

CDCP renewals closed June 1, 2026 and reopen in spring 2027. See what to prepare, what to do if you missed it and what to check before your next visit.
Root Canal vs Implant: How Dentists Weigh Saving a Tooth

Root canal vs implant: one keeps your natural tooth, the other replaces a missing one. Learn how dentists decide and what to ask before you choose.
Can You Get Dental Implants in One Day? What to Expect

Can you get dental implants in one day? Learn how implant treatment is staged, why healing takes time and what decides if a faster plan could suit you.
Gum Boil: What a Pimple on Your Gum Can Mean

A gum boil, or pimple on the gum, usually signals an infection. Learn the causes, what to avoid, and when to see a Pickering dentist right away.
Sugar Free Gum and Your Teeth: Does It Really Help?

Does sugar free gum help your teeth? See what the ADA says, how to choose a gum, who should skip it, and why it never replaces brushing.
Pericoronitis: Gum Infection Around a Wisdom Tooth

Pericoronitis is a painful gum infection around a partly erupted wisdom tooth. Learn the symptoms, treatment, and when to see a Pickering dentist.
White Tongue: Common Causes and When to See a Dentist

A white tongue is usually harmless but can point to thrush or dry mouth. Learn the causes, home care, and when to schedule a Pickering dental visit.
Swollen Gums: Common Causes and When to See a Dentist

Swollen gums can signal gingivitis or gum disease. Learn the common causes, simple home care, and when to schedule a visit with a Pickering dentist.