An untreated cavity keeps growing through enamel and dentin until it reaches the nerve, which can lead to pain, infection, an abscess, a root canal or losing the tooth. Here’s the timeline, warning signs and what treatment looks like at each stage.
Most root canals take 60 to 90 minutes and are done in 1 or 2 visits. Here’s how timing changes by tooth type, what each step involves, and recovery tips from a Kitsilano dental clinic.
Veneers aren’t bad for healthy teeth when planned well, but traditional veneers remove a thin layer of enamel that can’t grow back. Learn the risks, benefits, and alternatives in Kitsilano.
Your first dental visit usually includes a health review, X-rays, a full exam, a cleaning, and a treatment plan. Here’s what to expect step by step at a Kitsilano dental clinic.
With modern freezing, getting a tooth pulled shouldn’t hurt. You’ll feel pressure, not pain. Learn what extraction feels like, recovery tips, and comfort options in Kitsilano, Vancouver.
An oral cancer screening is a quick, painless check of your mouth, tongue, and throat for early warning signs. Learn what happens, how often to get one, and where to book in Kitsilano.
The implant post can last 25 years or a lifetime, while the crown on top usually lasts 10 to 15 years. Here’s what helps implants last and what makes them fail.
Your child’s first dental visit should happen by age 1, or within 6 months of the first tooth. Here’s what to expect and how to make it a positive start.
Dental X-rays use a tiny dose of radiation, often less than a day of natural background exposure. Here’s how often you need them and what they reveal.
