Conditions We Treat

Abscess/Tooth Infection A tooth abscess is a bacterial infection caused by a dead/ necrotic tooth or infected gum tissue.

Chipped/Broken Tooth Dental enamel is the hardest, most mineralized structure in the human body. It is extremely strong and durable; however, trauma, such as a fall, a blow to the face, or biting down on something hard can cause a tooth to chip or break. In addition, if a tooth has a

Clenching/Grinding Clenching and grinding, also known as bruxism, is a condition wherein you consciously or unconsciously (while sleeping) clench/grind/gnash or bite your teeth together for purposes other than eating. Clenching and grinding are common problems that can result in jaw pai

Dental Crowns: Tooth Restoration A dental crown is an restoration that fits over the remaining part of a prepared tooth, making it strong and giving it the shape of a natural tooth. Dental crowns are an ideal way to repair teeth that have been broken, or have been weakened by decay o

Oral Cancer Oral cancer is an abnormal growth or sore in the mouth that does not go away. It can include cancer of the tongue, cheek, lips, throat, and palate. Oral cancer can be life-threatening if not caught and treated early.

Sensitive Teeth Tooth sensitivity, or dentin hypersensitivity, is a common dental symptom. It is defined as pain or discomfort in the teeth as a response to certain stimuli, such as hot or cold temperatures or sweets. It can affect one tooth, several teeth, or a person’s entire

Sore/Bleeding Gums Swollen or bleeding gums are often a sign of gum disease. Plaque and tartar buildup underneath the gums can cause the gums to become inflamed and/or infected. Dental cleanings and checkups are recommended to help properly diagnose the problem and recommend an effec

Stained/Discoloured Teeth Stained/discoloured teeth can be caused by many different factors and can decrease the aesthetics of a person’s smile over time. Some diet and lifestyle habits as well as poor dental health can contribute to dental staining and discoloration.

Tooth Ache A toothache or tooth pain may be caused by: Dental decay An abscessed/infected tooth A broken, cracked, or fractured tooth A defective filling Excess pressure on a tooth caused by clenching and/or grinding Inflamed or infected gum tissue

Tooth Decay/Cavities Cavities or tooth decay are permanently damaged areas of tooth structure. They can lead to holes or openings in the tooth that increase in size the longer the cavity is left untreated. They can lead to toothaches, infection, and tooth loss. The cause of cavities/

Wisdom Teeth Pain Wisdom teeth or third molars can become painful if they become impacted or do not have enough room in the mouth to erupt properly. They are the last teeth in the mouth to emerge. It is common for people to have between zero and four wisdom teeth in the mouth. Impacted