A little tooth sensitivity after whitening can be normal. Learn what settles on its own, what points to gum or tooth problems, and when to pause and book an exam.
A veneer consultation is more than a cosmetic quote. Dentists check enamel, gums, decay, bite forces, grinding, and tooth structure before choosing a plan.
If you want a brighter smile and may also need bonding or veneers, whitening usually comes first so the final restoration can be matched to your finished tooth shade.
After Invisalign, retention still needs follow-up. Learn what a retainer check looks for and when a tight, loose, cracked, or lost retainer should be reviewed.
An old crown or large filling does not always need replacement. Dentists check for decay, leaks, cracks, looseness, and tooth support first.
Busy adults in Hamilton can compare clear aligners and braces by wear time, cleaning, comfort, and which tooth movements fit each option.
A filling may be enough for a small cavity or chip, but cracks, repeated failure, or too little healthy tooth can make an onlay or crown a better fit. An exam helps decide.
Sometimes yes — but crowns, fillings, and gum recession can change the plan. Here is what a dentist checks before deciding whether Invisalign is a good fit.
A consult is the right time to ask how aligners fit your gums, bite, wear-time, cost, refinements, and retainer plan before you start.
Learn how the CDCP may apply when you are missing teeth: what it may cover, what it excludes, and which questions to ask before treatment.
Medication-related dry mouth can raise cavity risk. Learn what to mention at a dental visit and how dentists plan fluoride-based prevention.
Before agreeing to bone grafting for implants, ask why it’s needed, what imaging shows, and whether timing or a non-graft option could fit your case.
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