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“Deep Cleaning vs. Regular Cleaning: What’s the Difference?”

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If your dentist or periodontist has recommended a deep cleaning, you might be wondering how it differs from the regular cleanings you’re used to.

Regular Cleaning (Prophylaxis)

A regular dental cleaning is designed for patients with healthy gums. It focuses on removing plaque, tartar, and stains from above the gum line. This is typically done every 6 months to maintain oral hygiene and prevent gum disease.

Deep Cleaning (Scaling and Root Planing)

A deep cleaning is a non-surgical periodontal treatment for patients with early to moderate gum disease. It goes beyond the surface:

  • Scaling removes plaque and tartar from below the gum line.
  • Root planing smooths the tooth roots, helping the gums reattach and heal properly.

This process may be done over one or more visits and may require local anesthesia for comfort.

Why It Matters

Gum disease can lead to bone loss and even tooth loss if left untreated. Deep cleaning helps halt the progression and supports healing—it’s the first step in restoring gum health.

If you’ve been told you need a deep cleaning, don’t delay. Your gums are the foundation of your smile—let’s keep them strong.

Need to schedule an exam or have questions about gum treatment? Contact our office today.

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Root Canal Treatment

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Root canal treatment is necessary when the pulp (soft tissue inside your teeth containing blood vessels, nerves and connective tissue) becomes inflamed or diseased. During root canal treatment, your dentist or endodontist (a dentist who specializes in treating the insides of teeth) removes the diseased pulp. The pulp chamber and root canal(s) of the tooth are then cleaned and sealed. If the infected pulp is not removed, pain and swelling can result, and your tooth may have to be removed.

Causes of an infected pulp could include:

  • a deep cavity
  • repeated dental procedures
  • a cracked or broken tooth
  • injury to the tooth (even if there’s not a visible crack or chip)

If you continue to care for your teeth and gums your restored tooth could last a lifetime. However, regular checkups are necessary; a tooth without its nerve can still develop cavities or gum disease. Most of the time, a root canal is a relatively simple procedure with little or no discomfort involving one to three visits. Best of all, it can save your tooth and your smile. (ADA)

Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski – Brampton Dentists

905-458-6620

If you don’t use it, you will lose it! DENTAL INSURANCE

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Have you been putting off your dental treatment?

The end of the year is fast approaching and due to circumstances, many of us have been putting off our dental cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, or even getting that impression done for a night guard. Each year we receive an individual dollar amount maximum from our insurance company. If this amount is not used, by the end of the year, it does not roll over to the next and is unfortunately lost. Be sure to check with your dental office to find out if you have any outstanding dental work so that you can get the best out of your dental coverage.

Remember: If you don’t use it, you will lose it!

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Brampton Dentist
905-458-6620

 

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Are you nervous or anxious about your dental treatment?

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Brampton Dentists, Top Dentist in Brampton, best dental treatment, Nitrous Oxide, Nervous Dental patients, Brampton Dental offices, Nitrous oxide also known as “laughing gas” is a safe and effective sedative agent that is mixed with oxygen and inhaled through a small mask that fits over your nose to help you relax during your periodontal treatment.

Nitrous oxide is one option we offer to help make you more comfortable during your periodontal treatment. It is not intended to put you to sleep. You will be able to hear and respond to requests, questions and directions. Your will be asked  to breathe normally through your nose, and within a few short minutes you should start to feel the effects. You may feel light-headed or a tingling in your arms and legs. Ultimately, you should feel calm and comfortable. The effects of nitrous oxide wear off soon after the mask is removed.

Talk to one of our dental professionals to find out whether nitrous oxide would be a good option for you.

Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski Dental Office

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Are your teeth going from white to not so bright?

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Young Man Smile Before And After Teeth WhiteningHave you noticed your teeth change colour ….. going from white to not so bright?

There are many reason teeth can change colour or get stained. From the foods consumed, and trauma to medication, age and visiting the dentist regularly for dental cleanings.

Food and Drinks

Certain foods and drinks have intense colour pigments that attach to the white outer part of the tooth (enamel) causing colour change. Such foods and drinks are: Coffee, tea, red wine, candy and foods containing colour.

Tobacco

Tar and nicotine create stains. Tar is naturally dark and although nicotine is colourless when mixed with oxygen it turns into a yellowish surface-staining substance.

Age

The enamel of the tooth is white however the layer under the enamel, called dentin, is yellowish. With age, as the enamel gets thiner, more of the yellowish dentin shows through.

Trauma

If you have hit your tooth you may notice it get darker as a reaction to the injury, by laying down more dentin.

Medication

Certain medications can also cause teeth to change colour and darken. Be sure to speak to your dentist if you have concerns that the medication you are taking are causing your teeth to change colour.

The best way to keep your teeth white is to brush twice a day, floss daily, see your dentist for regular checkups and professional cleanings, and limit stain-causing foods and habits. However if you feel your teeth can use a little whitening help, there are a few options you may want to consider:

Chair-Side Bleaching – usually takes about 2 hours.  A shield (or rubber dam) protects your gums from the bleaching agent (usually a form or hydrogen peroxide) which is “painted” onto your discoloured teeth and activated with heat or high-intensity light.

Take-Home Bleaching – is done by you at home. You wear a custom-made tray with special bleaching gel (provided by your dentist) for a period of time each day over a number of weeks. You may also use Crest Whitestrips Supreme which can be purchased at our office.

It’s important to know that not everyone’s teeth will “whiten” the same. It depends on the number of teeth involved and the severity of discolouration. Over-the-counter, at-home whiteners are not recommended because they may cause problems associated with over exposing gum tissues to the active whitening agent. Any bleaching treatment should be done under your dentist’s supervision.

Dr. Elizabeth Dimovski Brampton Dental Office

905-458-6620