For those who feel they have an excessively “toothy” smile or have been aggresive tooth brushers that have caused their gums to recede, one possible solution is the Pinhole Surgical Technique. Unfortunately, for a long time gum grafts were difficult and quite painful, so it they were rarely performed unless there was a pressing need….
In the past, if someone was suffering from receded gums, there weren’t many options for improving their smile. The main option was a gum graft, which involved literally grafting skin from another part of the mouth (usually the roof) onto the gums to the affected area. Unfortunately, this procedure causes quite a bit of post-operative…
We all know that regular dental care is important for our teeth and gums. But how often do we think about the connection between oral health and overall health? “The mouth is the gateway to the body and we want to keep our whole body as healthy as possible,” says Guelph Village Dental’s Dr. Ketan…
Dentures are artificial teeth and gums that are custom-designed to replace lost or removed teeth. Dentures can be used to replace a few teeth or all teeth. If you’re thinking of dentures, Guelph Village Dental offers numerous solutions for lost teeth. Many questions may pop up in a person’s mind before and after getting dentures….
If you are the parent of a teenager, the onus is no longer on you to brush your child’s teeth. But sometimes you might wish you could, because you can’t always count on your teen to do it. Put a set of braces on those adolescent teeth and you have a whole new level of…
Do you wake up with a popping jaw or jaw muscles that feel tight and cramped? Chances are you’re clenching and grinding your teeth during sleep, a condition known as bruxism. Almost half of dental patients have this condition. Not just uncomfortable, it’s also potentially harmful for your teeth, gums and face. Your dentist may…
Over 60 percent of adult patients seen at Guelph Village Dental have gum recession. Also known as gingival recession, gum recession occurs when the gum tissue creeps down the tooth, exposing the roots of the tooth. Gum recession doesn’t always need treatment, but it does require monitoring and care to prevent it from getting worse….
Pregnancy affects your body in a myriad of ways. A swelling belly, stretch marks, sore ribs, heartburn – these are some obvious side effects of growing your bundle of joy – but have you given any thought to how pregnancy affects your teeth? “During pregnancy there are significant hormonal changes and therefore there’s going to…
Think of it as a facelift for your gums. Pinhole gum grafting is the latest way to deal with gum recession. Created in California, pinhole gum grafting is often referred to as a lunchtime gum lift. “Basically pinhole gum grafting is a newer way to treat gum recession, which creates less post-operative discomfort and is…
