Dental Health Resources

The Difference Between an Orthodontist & Dentist

Wondering about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist, and what distinguishes these two professionals from each other. Our Antigonish orthodontists explain.

How do dental implants prevent bone loss?

People with missing teeth sometimes look older than they really are as a result of the deterioration of jawbone that comes with tooth loss. Our Antigonish dentists explain why this happens and how dental implants can help.

Life After Braces & What to Watch Out For

You're finally free of braces! Congratulations - but there are some things you should know post-treatment. Here is what you can expect from life after braces - and a few things you should watch out for.

The Dental Implant Procedure

Replacing a missing tooth is a crucial step in preserving and maintaining your oral health. In order to support the dental restoration that will replace your tooth, your dentist may recommend a dental implant.

The Most Commonly Asked Questions About Orthodontic Treatment

When patients require orthodontic treatment, they often have many questions about the procedures, treatment methods available, and the effects they can have on their oral health. In this post, our Antigonish dentists answer 10 common questions about orthodontic treatment.

Bone Grafting for Dental Implants

If you want to replace your missing tooth with a dental implant, you might need to get a bone graft first. Here, our Antigonish dentists talk about the bone grafting procedure for dental implants.

7 Tips on How to Keep Your Retainer Clean & Fresh

Congratulations on making it through your braces treatment. Now it's time to wear your retainer. The next steps you have to take are wearing and maintaining it. Here, our Antigonish dentists share tips on how you can keep your retainer clean.

What is it like living with dental implants?

Are you considering replacing your tooth with a dental implant? In this blog, our Antigonish dentists discuss what you can expect on an average day with a dental implant.

Adults, Braces & Other Orthodontic Treatment Options

As a result of the recent advancements being made in orthodontic treatments and technology, more adults are seeking treatment for orthodontic conditions. In this blog, our Antigonish dentists talk about adult braces and other treatment options that may be available.

Is getting dental implants painful?

Dental implant surgery has many benefits, as it restores the appearance and function of your smile after losing one or more teeth. In this blog, our Antigonish dentists share the answers to some common questions asked about the pain that might be associated with dental implant surgery.