by Dr. Paltsev | Nov 21, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Nearly everybody has experienced the brutal pain of growing wisdom teeth at some point in their lives. As these massive molars push their way through your jaw, piercing the gum’s surface, the pain they instill can often be overwhelming. If this is how you’re feeling...
by Dr. Paltsev | Nov 14, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Modern dentistry has no shortage of amazing prosthetics that can fix even the worst of physical dental maladies. Among these tools are Dental Crowns and Bridges – fixed dental prosthetics that attach directly to the teeth. Unlike removable prosthetics like dentures,...
by Dr. Paltsev | Nov 7, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
No matter how brave we may be, we have all felt the overwhelming dread often accompanying a trip to the dentist’s office at some point in our lives and there are actually several important reasons to visit. However, it’s likely that we have experienced the sudden...
by Dr. Paltsev | Oct 31, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
No matter how widely our individual taste buds may vary, there is always one thing everyone can agree on – sugar tastes amazing. Unfortunately, it is an indisputable fact that despite how wonderful sugar tastes, probably the worst possible substance that our teeth...
by Dr. Paltsev | Oct 24, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Your smile is one of the most intuitive indicators of your oral health, and by association, your overall health. Unsurprisingly, black gums indicate that your health is compromised, and sadly, they are far too common among the general population. Whether the source...
by Dr. Paltsev | Oct 3, 2017 | Flossing, Toronto Dentist
Whenever the topic of proper, thorough dental care comes up in conversation, the number one piece of advice is always the same – floss regularly. Yet, despite common knowledge that flossing is key to excellent dental hygiene, very few of us can truthfully...
by Dr. Paltsev | Sep 26, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Even though the dentist has a head-on, front and center view of your teeth during an examination, problem areas can often hide in the invisible nooks and crannies around your teeth. For this reason, dentists employ the use of X-Ray technology to get complete scans of...
by Dr. Paltsev | Sep 16, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Back to school season is the start of a new chapter, and your kids are probably equipped with all the school supplies, clothes and sports equipment that they need to succeed. But, are they equipped with the right tools to maintain healthy teeth? This time of year is a...
by Dr. Paltsev | Aug 28, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Braces have been one of the most bittersweet innovations of modern dental technology since their inception. Though they are an expensive nuisance and an awkward symbol of youth all at once, the promise of perfectly straight teeth is often worth the hefty price tag. ...
by Dr. Paltsev | Aug 25, 2017 | Toronto Dentist
Bad habits — everyone has one, and kicking it for good is a hard thing to do. As harmless as you think your bad habit may be, it could be causing more damage to your teeth than you realize. Dental emergencies, accidents and sudden tooth problems are often caused...