Periodontal or gum diseases generally occur due to infections and inflammation of the gums and bones that support and surround your teeth. The main reason for periodontal diseases is the presence of bacteria in your mouth for extended periods, which forms a film called plaque.

Plaque then turns into a hardened material called tartar or calculus, causing serious oral complications. Dental plaque is an archetypical biofilm and comprises a well-organised colony of bacteria that adheres to teeth surfaces and is embedded in a slime layer. It is the major cause of several gum diseases.

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The main cause which results in various gum diseases is poor oral hygiene and layers of plaque buildup on the surface of your teeth. However, there are various other factors that lead to periodontal diseases, including:

• Genetics
• A diet low in nutrients
• Smoking 
• Autoimmune or systemic diseases
• Hormonal changes in the body
• Bruxism (habitual, involuntary clenching or grinding of the teeth)
• Certain medications
• Excessive alcohol consumption

• Swollen or puffy gums
• Appearance of bright red, dusky red or purplish gums
• Gums that feel tender when touched
• Bleeding of gums while brushing or flossing your teeth
• Bad breath
• Presence of pus between your teeth and gums
• Painful chewing
• Sensitive teeth

If you have any of the above-mentioned symptoms, you might be in need of immediate and appropriate dental treatment in order to minimise the risks of severe periodontal diseases.

In Toronto, you can have the best oral care treatment at Balsam Dental, as we have a highly experienced and well-trained team of dentists that effectively correct your oral irregularities and provide you with a healthy and beautiful smile.

There are several types of gum diseases that adversely affect your oral health and should be treated in the initial stages before they cause serious dental complications and become a potential reason for tooth loss.

Gingivitis is an early phase of gum disease. It is an inflammation or infection of the gums caused by the accumulation of dental plaque above the gum line. Virtually all people have gingivitis in at least one area of their mouth at any given time.

If left untreated, gingivitis can progress to periodontitis, a more serious and damaging stage of infection and gum inflammation.

If gingivitis remains untreated for prolonged periods, it can convert to periodontitis, a severe gum infection that can lead to tooth loss and other severe health complications. 

Generally, it begins when the bacterial infection is caused by the plaque-inflamed gum tissue around your teeth and below the gum line where they are not visible. Over time, the gum tissue and bone supporting your teeth become destroyed, resulting in tooth loss.

1. Periodontal disease can be prevented by simply following a good oral hygiene routine. It involves basic home care and regular visits to your dentist or hygienist for an examination and professional oral cleanings. Moreover, you should at least brush and floss your teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush daily. 
2. Dental floss cleans the areas between your teeth and under the gum line, where a toothbrush can’t reach. Rinsing with an antibacterial or fluoride-based mouthwash also helps in the prevention of gum diseases.
3. Prevention is the best method of making sure your teeth and gums stay healthy, but if periodontal disease is discovered after the early stages, it can often be successfully treated. 
4. Initial therapy in treating periodontitis involves non-surgical cleaning below the gum line with a procedure called scaling and root planing. This procedure involves an ultrasonic instrument and specialised curettes to mechanically remove plaque and calculus from below the gum line. 
5. Laser therapy also greatly reduces the presence of periodontitis-causing bacteria, thus decreasing the level of inflammation. A dental laser has a bio-stimulating effect, helping your body’s natural healing process. So when the area is treated, the bacterial activity that causes inflammation and eventual bone loss is interrupted, giving the tissues a chance to heal. The frequent cleanings at your dentist’s office also prevent repopulation of the periodontitis-causing bacteria and allow you to closely monitor the affected areas. Moreover, if you smoke, consider quitting to minimise the chances of plaque buildup in your mouth.

Professional cleaning in our office, the Balsam Dental, will remove the plaque you’ve missed and the hard tartar you can’t remove yourself. Our dentists and hygienists also check for early warning signs of periodontal diseases in the areas you can’t see. In its earliest stages, periodontal disease can often be reversed.

Periodontal diseases in the initiation do not cause a life-threatening situation, but they can worsen if they remain untreated for prolonged periods. If periodontal diseases exceed the initial stages, they can cause serious aesthetic complications and bone or tooth loss.

That’s why it is necessary to cure gum or periodontal diseases in the beginning before they become severe and exert adverse effects on our oral health. 

Dental plaque is a sticky or slimy substance that is a combination of the leftover food particles and saliva in your mouth. If a person does not brush or floss his teeth properly, dental plaque starts building up on the teeth surface. It then converts into a hardened material called tartar or calculus, which is difficult to eliminate.

Plaque is a visible accumulation of a sticky film of bacteria on the tooth surface. If a plaque is not removed in the initial stages, it then gives rise to biofilm. A biofilm is usually a layer of bacterial cells surrounded by extracellular polymeric substances, which are firmly attached to the tooth surface.

If plaque is in its initial stages and has not transformed into calculus or tartar, it can be removed by brushing and flossing your teeth. However, you should also see a dental hygienist after regular intervals for in-depth oral cleanings, which can minimise the risks of several gum diseases.

An occlusal splint or night guard treats bruxism (teeth grinding), teeth clenching, and symptoms of TMD (temporomandibular joint disorders). An occlusal splint is an acrylic oral appliance that is custom-made to fit over the top or bottom teeth and is usually worn while sleeping. It may also be worn during the day in severe cases.

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It is used to reduce grinding and clenching behaviours, prevent damage to the teeth, and reduce muscle and joint pain. An occlusal splint takes the brunt of the pressure that would otherwise be directed at your teeth—the splint is worn down while your teeth remain protected. An occlusal splint is designed to keep your jaw in a more relaxed position while you sleep.

Bruxism (grinding) is when you slide your teeth back and forth over each other, eventually wearing down your teeth. Grinding or clenching can also be noisy at night to bother sleeping partners.

Grinding puts pressure on your jaw’s muscles, tissues, and other structures. This can lead to jaw pain, soreness, headaches, earaches, and damaged teeth. Teeth may become shortened due to extensive grinding; tooth enamel can wear away, causing teeth to become more sensitive to temperature extremes.

The pressure from grinding can fracture teeth and crack fillings. Grinding also exacerbates any periodontal issues. Clenching means you tightly hold your top and bottom teeth together, especially the back teeth. Constant grinding and clenching can lead to jaw pain and other tooth-related problems.

People can grind and clench subconsciously during the day and night, although sleep-related bruxism is often a bigger problem because it is harder to control. The cause of bruxism is not completely agreed upon, but daily stress may be a trigger in many people.

Clenching and grinding can worsen existing dental or TMJ (temporomandibular joint) problems. The TMJ is the small hinge-like joint that connects the lower jaw to the upper jaw allowing you to chew and talk.

There are a variety of approaches for treating TMD. One of the first treatments recommended is the use of an occlusal splint because it is a non-invasive, reversible treatment. It often resolves the TMD without the need for surgery (which is the last resort).

The common material from which occlusal splints are fabricated is either acrylic resin or softer thermoplastic rubber. The occlusal splints are removable appliances that can be easily removed when required. Nightguards or occlusal splints are specially designed to stabilise and support muscles to prevent malocclusions and correct the positioning of teeth. 

Wearing occlusal splints at night can effectively protect your teeth from any damage due to teeth grinding or clenching habits. Moreover, they are lightweight, non-invasive and comfortable to wear.

Occlusal splints have multiple benefits, including:

A well-fitted occlusal splint will allow your muscles to relax by aligning the jawbone. Wearing night guards or occlusal splints at night fosters healthier and restful sleeping patterns by reducing the tension or stress on teeth. Usually, when people wear occlusal splints initially, they find it slightly uncomfortable, but after some period, they get used to them.

The occlusal splints effectively limit the movements of the jaw muscles at night and provide protection against bruxism and teeth clenching, saving the orofacial structures from damage. That’s why they are also called nightguards, and they also absorb a large part of the pressure or strain produced by the jaw, which results in wearing down the structure of occlusal splints rather than tooth enamel.

Headaches and bruxism have a close relationship. A study has shown that extreme emotional disturbances like anxiety, anger, or stress lead to constant teeth-grinding habits, which result in extreme headaches and migraines.

The night guards or occlusal splints form a barrier between teeth and minimise their direct contact, distributing the pressure of grinding or clenching equally to the entire jaw, effectively reducing headaches.

The night guards allow the jaw muscles and ligaments to relax and prevent clenching or grinding of teeth by minimising their direct contact. The occlusal splints also prevent incorrect positioning of teeth and provide vertical support to the jaw by stabilising it. In this way, the occlusal splints or night guards effectively reduce jaw pain at night and increase sleep quality.

Due to clenching and teeth-grinding habits, you can’t breathe properly because it narrows down the airways and results in snoring. Night guards can effectively prevent snoring by separating the upper and lower jaw, which keeps the airways open so that enough air can pass through. This way, you can get better and improved sleep without snoring.

The term cracked tooth syndrome (CTS) refers to an incomplete fracture of a posterior tooth that intrudes the dentine and occasionally extends into the pulp. This condition is more common in patients aged between 30 years and 50 years. Cracked tooth syndrome generally occurs in mandibular second molars, mandibular first molars and maxillary premolars.

It is a common dental problem. Unlike teeth with obvious fractures, teeth with cracked tooth syndrome usually have fractures that are difficult to see on X-rays or with the naked eye. Sometimes the fracture is below the gum line, making it even more difficult to examine or treat.

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Cracked tooth syndrome usually occurs in molars or lower molars, which severely affects your chewing forces. People who grind or clench their teeth are more susceptible to having cracked tooth syndrome because of the consistent strain and force on teeth. Teeth with large fillings or teeth that have undergone root canal treatment are weaker than other teeth and are usually more likely to crack.

The first symptom of a cracked tooth is intermittent or persistent pain in the affected tooth when you bite or chew. Sometimes people feel pain sensations only when they eat certain foods or bite in a specific way. Moreover, it can get worse with the consumption of sugary foods as the sugar leaks into the tooth crack, causing severe pain.

Some other common signs of CTS may include:

• Swelling around the tooth.
• Infection or inflammation in the affected tooth
• Dysfunctional teeth

Generally, in cracked tooth syndrome, people do not feel consistent aches, but their teeth become more sensitive to extreme temperatures. Many people with cracked tooth syndrome have symptoms for months, but still, it is difficult to diagnose or examine because the symptoms are not consistent.

If your teeth show any of the above-mentioned symptoms, you might have CTS and need immediate treatment.  In Toronto, you can get the best dental care services at our Balsam Dental clinic. We intend to correct every kind of oral irregularity of our clients and effectively restore their oral health.

The diagnosis of cracked tooth syndrome involves a thorough examination of your mouth and teeth. It includes digital X-rays, although X-rays often do not show the crack. Dentists also use special instruments to test the tooth for fractures.

One assessment instrument looks like a toothbrush without bristles that fits over a specific part of the tooth as you bite down. If you feel pain, the cusp being tested most likely cracks. Treatment depends on where the crack is and how deep and large it is.

The diagnostic procedure for a cracked tooth also involves the assessment of the following components:

• Previous dental history
• Visual examination
• Exploratory excavation
• Percussion test
• Bite tests

Sometimes a crack affects one or more cusps of a tooth. In this case, the tooth may be fixed with dental crowns. Some cracks affect the pulp: the centre of the tooth, where the nerves and blood vessels lie.

In that case, the tooth will need root canal treatment. About 20% of teeth having cracked tooth syndrome need root canal treatment. The root canal treatment significantly restores tooth functionality by making the teeth no longer sensitive to temperature extremes.

Sometimes, the tooth needs to be extracted because it no longer remains treatable. In this case, the cracks affect the tooth’s root in the jaw; there’s no way to fix deeply cracked teeth.

After tooth extraction, you can replace it with various dental alternatives, such as dental implants or a bridge. However, it is best to preserve your natural tooth as no dental alternative can function like it. That’s why you should get immediate treatment if you feel minor cracks in your teeth.

You can protect your teeth’ functionality and can avoid cracked tooth syndrome by following various preventive care measures, including:

• Avoid chewing hard food items
• Practice good teeth and gum care
• Wear a mouthguard fabricated by your dentist if you play sports or have teeth-grinding habits
• Visit your dentist regularly

People with one cracked tooth are likely to have cracks in the adjacent teeth as well, either at the same time or in the future. An occlusal splint/ night guard can prevent you from grinding or clenching your teeth.

This will also reduce the chances of you cracking another tooth. An occlusal splint is usually worn while sleeping. However, it can also be worn at other times of the day to protect the teeth from bruxism or clenching.

Our teeth generally consist of three layers: the outer layer, enamel; the middle layer, dentin; and the innermost layer, the pulp.  When the outer layer of teeth gets cracked, it makes the pulp irritated or damaged, resulting in pain sensations while chewing food. Cracks in teeth also make them sensitive to extreme temperature conditions.

Moreover, extensive cracks in teeth lead to pulp tissue infection, which also damages adjacent teeth’ functionality.  That’s why it is necessary to treat the cracked tooth in the early stages to minimise the risks of severe dental complications in the future.

Minor cracks in teeth are generally treated with dental crowns or fillings. However, these dental approaches are unable to cure deep cracked teeth. In such situations, root canal therapy becomes necessary. If a crack exceeds the gumline or the pulp, the tooth no longer remains treatable and is extracted to protect the functionality of surrounding teeth.

If a crack is minor, it does not show extreme symptoms, and the person would normally feel minimal pain while chewing hard food items. However, if a cracked tooth remains untreated for prolonged periods, it can severely affect the form and function of the tooth.

That’s why a cracked tooth should not be ignored for more than two weeks, as immediate treatment can save the affected tooth’s functionality and prevent severe oral issues. 

We believe that the best teeth are your original teeth. But sometimes, a tooth is badly damaged or lost. One of the options available to replace a lost tooth (or teeth) is a dental bridge. A bridge involves one or more false teeth held in place and surrounded by healthy or natural teeth.

A dental bridge fitting involves several steps:

• Firstly, the teeth on each side of the missing one(s) are filled and shaped to prepare bridge fitting; these teeth are called abutments. 
• After that, a dental laboratory works to custom hand-craft the bridge per your dental structure, mimicking the size, shape, and color of your natural teeth. This can take 1 – 2 weeks; during this time, a temporary bridge is placed on your teeth. The temporary bridge is designed to protect your teeth and gums but is not durable enough to last for a more extended period.
• When your bridge is ready, your dentist will remove the temporary bridge, clean away the temporary cement and check the fit of the new bridge. If everything is suitable, the bridge will be cemented to your teeth. A bridge is not removable; once cemented, it remains in place. 

It is essential to take good care of your bridge with regular brushing, flossing, check-ups, and cleanings.

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Generally, we offer three main types of dental bridge services. 

Traditional bridges are the most widely used, and you might be familiar with them. These bridges create a filler tooth, supported by dental crowns, and are placed on healthy teeth on both sides of gaps in the mouth to keep the bridges fixed in one place.

Fixed tooth bridges replace lost teeth if healthier teeth are present on either side of missing teeth to support the dental bridge. During the fitting process, the healthy teeth on either side of the gap need reshaping so the dental bridge can be placed.

• Traditional fixed bridges prevent the dislocation of remaining teeth.
• Fixed dental bridges are stable and easy to clean.
• Reduces the risks of bone loss.

Maryland bonded bridges have the same structure as traditional fixed dental bridges. However, dentists use a porcelain or metal framework in these bridges rather than dental crowns. Through the utilization of this framework, the need to modify the remaining teeth is eliminated. 

• Maryland bonded bridges’ cost is less than traditional fixed bridges.
• They don’t need modifications in the abutment teeth during their placement.
• They are primarily used in the anterior part of the jaws.
• They provide aesthetic satisfaction.

The cantilever dental bridges require a single tooth for support. They are different in structure than the traditional fixed dental bridges. The dentists place these bridges only in the anterior part of the mouth i.e., in the front teeth. 

Because they require a single tooth for anchor, so too much strain can’t be put on them. That’s why dentists don’t advise these bridges to be placed in the posterior part of your mouth.

• It can save time during the placement process.
• They look natural.
• Cantilever tooth bridges are considered to be affordable.
• They are less invasive.
• Easy to place.
• Generally, long-lasting.

The prime objective of dental bridges is to fix the gaps in your teeth. It is also acknowledged as restorative and cosmetic dentistry because it helps to restore your oral shape and oral looks.

• Reshapes the teeth to ensure that the dental tooth bridge can fit over them.
• Maintains patient’s face shape by preventing the sunken-in appearance.
• Prevents the dislocation of teeth.
• Reduces the risks of bone loss.
• With good oral hygiene, bridges can last more than ten years.

The bridge can be made from:

• Gold alloys
• Various metals
• Acrylic or porcelain

Several reasons will directly influence the tooth bridge cost in Canada, such as:

• The type of bridge you pick.
• The number of teeth that needs to be filled in the gap.
• The materials used to make the teeth are usually metal or porcelain, costing you more.
• The difficulty of the placement.
• Additional treatments to support teeth.

• A traditional bridge costs between $1,500 and $5,000.
• Maryland bridges typically cost from $1500 to $2,500.
• An implant-supported bridge could cost between $4,000 and $15,000.

Dental Bridge Services are generally expensive because the bridge is custom-made by a skilled lab technician to fit your teeth accurately. If your case is complex and your dental shape is already distorted, it may be hard for the dentist to fix your dental condition. 

However, one of the significant reasons the tooth bridge cost in Canada is so high is because the dentists charge you additional fees for the following services:

• Diagnostic costs.
• An examination fee is also implemented.
• Digital X-ray might be requested to know the exact location of decay; this may typically range from $60 – $150.
• Treatment options will also include local anaesthesia costs.
• Additional fees may be added if the case was presented in an emergency or after-hours appointment.

There might be a few medications prescribed by your dentists, such as ibuprofen or naproxen., The dentist will specifically prescribe these medicines if you experience unbearable pain after the treatment. However, none of these medications are too expensive.

If your teeth are hurt or damaged, they should be treated immediately since they will keep you from suffering several headaches in the coming years. Here are the top ways that your dental care can be covered cost-effectively at Balsam Dental.

• Dental Insurance: You can get most of your dental treatments covered under insurance. However, the policies for dental insurance differ from place to place. But Balsam Dental ensure our clients that they can get high-end dental services that would satiate their needs under their dental insurance.
• Flexible savings accounts: Flexible spending arrangement refers to an amount that is pretax dollars taken from your pay each month to be used for health care expenses. FSA is available only to employers who offer it. It is usually covered with an account with a debit card. 
• Government Programs: Unfortunately, Medicare cannot pay for dental treatments since it only covers urgent hospital treatment. The only method Medicare will pay for dental care is in the event of an emergency. However, it cannot be produced as a dental treatment by itself. If this plan covers you, check your Medicare to confirm.

You can find the best Dental Bridge Services at Balsam Dental, where we provide quality at affordable prices. We aim to give you better dental bridge service despite the cost. We also offer several other dental experiences, such as dental crowns. Contact us today for further information.

The most exciting breakthrough in advanced dentistry is the utilization of computer-assisted technology to manufacture porcelain-based dental crown services in Ontario. A CEREC crown can be completed in a single appointment, rather than the multiple appointments required with the techniques used in the past, The modern dentistry techniques also reduce the number of anaesthetic injections needed.

Dental crowns are a “cap” placed on a tooth that is broken, damaged, stained, decayed, or not shaped correctly by the root canal. Sometimes, crowns can also support the structure of a dental bridge, top off a tooth implant, or may also be utilized for specific cosmetic or aesthetic reasons.

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A crown covers the entire tooth’s gum line and is different from the dental veneer, which only covers the front surface and requires a healthy tooth structure for support. If the tooth has extensive bone beyond the gum line, then a dental crown could be the best option for restoration. 

One of the advantages of Dental Crowns is that they can strengthen damaged teeth which allows them to properly function again. They can also enhance a tooth’s initial appearance.

Dental crowns are mainly manufactured from ceramic material. They are capable of expanding and contracting in response to temperature changes at a similar rate to enamel and dentin. 

Once your new crown is in place, you may experience mild sensitivity to hot or cold for several weeks. But this is a temporary feeling and subsides on its own.

Your crown should feel natural and comfortable within your mouth. While deciding the type of dental crown material, keep the following factors in mind.

• The position of the tooth and its condition.
• The number of visible teeth you see when you smile.
• The shade or color of the adjacent teeth.

It generally takes two visits to your dentist to finish the procedure. If a crown is placed over a natural tooth, there are several steps involved:

• The first step in preparing a tooth for a CEREC crown is to file and shape the tooth. 
• After that, an impression is taken with a camera digitally. Then the camera sends a 3-D optical image of the prepared tooth to your dentist’s computer. The dentist then uses the computer’s CAD/CAM  technology for designing the crown, and its specifications are then sent to a milling machine. 
• The milling machine then carves the actual restoration out of a hard ceramic block by utilizing diamond-coated instruments. 
• The crown is then placed in your mouth and checked for fit, occlusion, and appearance. If everything is acceptable, then the crown will be bonded to your tooth. All in a single appointment!

Dental crowns can protect the weakened tooth by preventing them from any kind of bacteria, food particles, and acid. As the tooth crowns fully encase the teeth, these particles cannot reach the teeth and can’t cause any further damage.

When a tooth is treated with root canals, it weakens because it does not have the blood vessels and nerves that normally supply the necessary moisture and strength to them. So the placement of dental crowns can prevent such teeth from breakage.

If you feel discomfort when you bite down on your teeth, there’s a possibility that they might have cracked. Through dental crown services, you can prevent them from further cracking and can keep the tooth together. Patients who ignore tooth cracks might require a root canal or dental implant treatment in the future.

 If a significant portion of your tooth is already missing, the only option to fix the tooth that has been damaged is through the use of a dental crown.

Enhance the appearance of your teeth that are discolored and misshapen with highly esthetic dental crowns made with white ceramic. 

The dental crown cost in Toronto can vary significantly from patient to patient. If you have a typical insurance plan, a single crown can cost you around $200 to $600. If you do not have dental insurance, an approximate estimate for the cost of a crown is around $800 to $1200.

Factors that determine the price of dental crowns:

• The type of dental crowns
• The material of dental crowns
• The place of the procedure and the complexity that the operation requires.
• The number of crowns that might be needed.
• Type of equipment and supplies needed for the specific treatment you are seeking.

You can find multiple dental crown treatments near me, but Balsam Dental can prove to be the best choice for you as we have expertise in almost every dental service and intent to provide our clients with high-quality services at affordable rates, which are often covered by insurance.

Like your natural teeth, dental crowns can also get damaged due to the presence of cavities and bacteria, so you should maintain good oral hygiene. 

• Cleanse your teeth daily by using fluoride-based toothpaste. Choose products for oral hygiene that carry an American Dental Association Seal of Approval, which means they have met ADA standards for effectiveness and safety.
• Avoid chewing hard food such as ice or other sharp objects and don’t bite your nails when you have dental crowns on.

It would be best to visit your dentist regularly for check-ups and for professional dental cleanings.

The cheapest dental crowns in Toronto are the metal ones. However, dentists prefer them on the back of molars where they can’t be seen. The average cost of tooth crowns in Ontario ranges between $900 to $1500 per tooth.

There is no significant difference between dental caps and tooth crowns. A dental cap is the second term used for dental crowns. However, the word “dental crown” is more frequently used nowadays.

On average, if you maintain good oral hygiene, the dental crowns can last up to 15 years or sometimes even more than 15 years.

In November 2008, the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) officially declared tooth decay an infectious disease. The report showed that all children are at risk for tooth decay and urged parents, the government, and the community to work together on prevention.

Children are particularly vulnerable and suffer from this disease at an alarming rate. Tooth decay can be transmitted by licking a pacifier, sharing a spoon or kissing. The ODA really believes that an ounce of prevention is a pound of cure.

Dental caries is a serious disease but is preventable in almost all cases. The following tips were compiled by the ODA for parents.

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Various factors become a reason for tooth decay in children, which adversely affects their oral health, including the presence of bacteria in the mouth, the consumption of sugary and starchy food items, frequent snacking, and poor oral hygiene.

In the initial stages, tooth decay does not show any symptoms, but as the tooth decay advances, it leads to severe oral complications and becomes difficult to treat. 

1. Before your baby has teeth, wipe the gums gently with a clean wet cloth after each feeding.
2. If your baby sleeps with a bottle or sippy cup at naptime or bedtime, fill it with water only.
3. If your baby normally falls asleep while feeding, brush his or her teeth before feeding.
4. Lift your baby’s lip and watch for changes in colour, lines or spots on your child’s teeth, as these may be signs of potential problems.
5. As soon as the first tooth appears, start brushing your baby’s teeth with fluoride toothpaste in the morning and before bedtime. Fluoride is a mineral that protects teeth.
6. Put a small dab of toothpaste across a small soft brush. Wipe off excess toothpaste until the child can spit it out. Begin flossing at least once a day when your child’s teeth are touching.
7. Change your child’s toothbrush every one to three months or immediately after an illness.
8. Let your child watch you brushing your teeth and assist your child’s tooth brushing.
9. To prevent spreading germs that cause tooth decay, do not put anything in your child’s mouth if it has been in your mouth. Don’t share spoons, cups, food, toothbrushes, etc.
10. Visit your dentist by the age of one year or when the first teeth appear. Take your child to the dentist for regular checkups to make sure there are no problems.

Tooth decay can be prevented by maintaining good oral hygiene, switching to a healthy diet instead of sugary or starchy food items, and increasing water intake. However, if tooth decay exceeds the soft tissues and reaches the pulp or in the middle of the teeth, it can no longer be treated at home and requires professional dental help.

Sometimes, pediatric dentists have to extract the infected tooth if the decay extends the gumline. That’s why it should be treated in the early stages in order to preserve the original teeth.

There are various treatments available for tooth decay in children that effectively remove the cavities and restore their oral health, including:

If a cavity has not reached the gumline yet, it can be treated through professional fluoride treatment. In this process, the dentists provide gels, varnish, and foam high in fluoride concentration.

They contain much more quantities of fluoride than your toothpaste or mouthwash and are applied with the help of swab, brush, or trays. Fluoride makes the teeth’ enamel more resistant to the action of cavities and acids. It also accelerates the build-up of healthy nutrients, which prevents or slows down the occurrence of decay.

Dental fillings are children’s most common and widely preferred tooth decay treatment. Dentists remove or extract the cavities during treatment and fill the infected area with tooth-coloured fillings.

There are various types of fillings; however, composite and porcelain fillings are the most common, which completely blend with natural teeth and do not affect dental aesthetics. 

Dental crowns are the best option to stop the spread of decay immediately. Children’s teeth are relatively weaker, have a thinner layer of enamel, and are more susceptible to the spread of infection. Dental crowns, in addition to saving the decayed tooth, also stop the spread of infection to adjacent teeth or other parts of the mouth. Crowns also restore the teeth’ size, shape, form, and function.

Root canal treatment becomes necessary if decay reaches the innermost layer of teeth. It involves the removal of the damaged nerve from the affected area and the replacement of empty spaces with fillings. Root canals effectively treat tooth decay and also anchor other dental treatments such as veneers, dentures, and bridges.

If the decay exceeds the gumline, the decayed tooth no longer remains treatable. In such cases, tooth extraction is the only option left to help stop the spread of infection to surrounding teeth. Pediatric dentists generally perform this procedure with the help of sedatives to make this process painless for their younger patients. The extracted teeth are then replaced with artificial dental alternatives, including dentures, bridges, and implants.

A cavity is a hole that forms on the surface of a tooth. Cavities are caused when sugars in the food we eat and bacteria in our mouths mix together, producing a mild acid that eats away at the outer layer of our teeth (called enamel).

To help prevent cavities, one of our dentists or hygienists can apply a hard coat of resin, called a sealant, to the biting surface of your children’s molars or back teeth. This coating fills in the pits and grooves of the teeth (where cavities often start), and acts as a barrier between the teeth and the decay causing acids that form in the mouth.

A root canal is a treatment done when oral bacteria invade the pulp inside your tooth and spread infection. During this process, a small amount of infected pulp or nerve is removed from your tooth. It is also called endodontic treatment and is a safe and widely used procedure to treat an infection in the tooth’s pulp.

In the past, damaged and diseased teeth were extracted to protect the surrounding teeth, but now, we can protect our original teeth instead of extracting them due to advanced dental care techniques.

Our original teeth are meant for life and saving a natural tooth is usually the best option rather than choosing artificial alternatives. At Balsam Dental, we intend to provide these services at affordable root canal costs in Toronto that can satiate their needs and give long-lasting and significant results.

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Root canal therapy is an effective way to treat decayed and infected teeth; hence, root canal specialists recommend it. As root canal treatment repairs your original teeth rather than removing them, it is the most preferred dental treatment nowadays. It has several benefits, including:

• Root canal treatment prevents further tooth loss.
• It prevents infection of surrounding teeth.
• It can boost the aesthetics of teeth.
• Through root canal treatment, you can also prevent jawbone degeneration.
• It improves oral and overall health.
• The procedure of root canal treatment is virtually painless.

Your teeth become infected when the soft tissue of nerves and blood vessels inside the tooth gets injured or damaged. Cracked or fractured teeth, deep and untreated cavities, and large fillings are some common causes of infected pulp. 

These factors can allow bacteria to enter the pulp chamber, causing inflammation and disease. When this happens, the pulp cannot repair itself, and it dies. If this is left untreated for a long time, the pus from the infection eventually builds up at the root tip, which makes a hole in the jawbone called an abscess. An abscess can also cause damage to the surrounding bone. Severe pain or throbbing while chewing food.

• Swelling in the infected area is also caused by periodontal disease.
• Severe tooth decay.
• Prolonged painful response to cold and especially hot food.
• Nerve demise because of a horrible injury or physical issue.
• Broken and crooked teeth.
• Dental abscesses.
• Serious toothache.

Patients suffering from tooth loss often find an unpleasant change in how they speak, chew, smile, and interact with others. A missing tooth strains adjacent teeth and can lead to further tooth loss. While many patients are well-served by false teeth like dental implants, bridges, and dentures, still the best option for your continued good health is to save your natural teeth.

That’s why if you feel any of the above-mentioned symptoms, do a favour on your oral health and book an appointment with us today and get your treatment done by a root canal specialist in Toronto.

The diseased pulp is removed during the root canal treatment, and the root canals and pulp chamber are cleaned, disinfected, and sealed.

• Firstly, the dentist makes an opening through the crown of the tooth into the pulp chamber.
• After that, the unhealthy pulp is carefully removed, and the canals are cleaned, enlarged, and shaped. Some medications are also put in the pulp chamber and root canal to help kill bacteria and prevent infection.
• If the tooth is severely infected or decayed, it might be left open for a few days to drain. During this period, a temporary filling is placed in the crown to protect the tooth between dental visits.

After this treatment, various antibiotics are prescribed to help control the infection. You should take all prescribed medications even if the tooth is not hurting. After root canal therapy, a large filling or crown is usually placed over the tooth for further protection. Another purpose of a dental crown is to protect your teeth from fracture. A dental crown helps prevent recontamination by the bacteria that are naturally found in the mouth.

Various factors influence the root canal costs in Toronto, like:

• A number of teeth require root canal treatment.
• The kind of dental specialist or expert you see for the treatment.
• The structure of your tooth.
• Age of the patient.
• The extent of your infection.

However, the estimated costs of the treatment of root canals in Toronto will cost you around $530 to $1250, depending on your tooth. These costs also fluctuate based on your region.

You can find several orthodontists in Toronto based on your preferences and requirements. However, Balsam Dental can prove to be your best choice as we have a team of professionally trained root canal specialists who perform the treatment with great expertise at 100% success rates. 

Root canal treatment, particularly in molars, is a perplexing and challenging task to do. For this reason, many general dentists are unable to treat it. A root canal specialist is someone who is professionally trained for this procedure and can treat your issue efficiently. That’s why you need to consult a root canal specialist for your treatment.

An endodontist has practical experience in treating endodontic issues like root canal treatment. They mainly take care of the complex dental problems that become a cause of decayed or infected nerves and pulp.

Whenever you choose an endodontist specialist near you, you can expect that he will follow a precise technique to solve your issues. An endodontist repairs the tooth roots in intricate ways. Firstly he diagnoses the issues of your tooth pain. Then he will perform the treatment followed by various steps. The main purpose of the endodontist is to save your natural tooth and remove the decayed pulp by protecting the surrounding teeth.

As root canal treatment is a complex and time-requiring procedure, it is generally completed in 2-3 dental visits. The recovery time after getting this treatment done is less than a week.