Dr. Janice Mummery, Dentist
Etobicoke, ON
Gum disease is one of the most widespread oral health issues afflicting Canadians. According to the Canadian Dental Association, “seven out of 10 Canadians will develop gum disease at some time in their lives”. Oral abscesses are just one type of gum disease that many Canadians may develop throughout their lifetimes. Most oral abscesses typically begin with food particles becoming Continue Reading
You’re probably already aware that your diet affects your oral health just as much as it does the rest of your body. But did you know that specific foods can actually damage your teeth far more than others? Certain chemical compounds, ingredients and consistencies found in these foods have been known to contribute to mild or severe tooth decay. To Continue Reading
Cavities are a lot more common than you might think. According to the Canadian Dental Association, nearly 100% of adults worldwide have tooth decay! Plus, oral health isn’t an isolated thing; it’s connected to other aspects of your overall physical health and can actually impact your organ function if severe oral conditions are left untreated for too long. So what Continue Reading
A child’s first dental visit is never an easy task, especially since children often fear unfamiliar settings and situations. The dentist’s office and all of its seemingly daunting instruments is no exception to this rule. Understandably, you’re probably just as nervous about your child’s first trip to the dentist as they are. You might even be wondering whether you’ve done Continue Reading
