by Dr. Paltsev | Nov 17, 2025 | Abscess Tooth, Dental tips, Toronto Dentist
A dental issue that goes beyond a simple ache and enters the realm of a true emergency is a tooth abscess. Understanding the signs of an abscessed tooth is crucial for protecting your overall oral health. This blog post will break down what a dental abscess is, how it...
by Dr. Paltsev | Aug 22, 2025 | Dental tips, Teeth sensitivity
Overview: Teeth Sensitivity Teeth sensitivity (or dentin hypersensitivity) is a common dental condition characterised by a sharp discomfort, odd sensation, or temporary pain affecting one or more teeth. The sensitivity usually happens when there is exposure to...
by Dr. Paltsev | Jul 23, 2025 | Dental implants, Dental tips, Dentures
Overview: Options for Fake Teeth Tooth loss can have a significant impact on a person’s confidence. Missing teeth can also hinder your ability to eat/chew, and speak clearly. Other negative effects include bone loss and loss of facial muscles. Luckily, modern...
by Dr. Paltsev | Jun 20, 2025 | Dental tips, Flossing, Gums issues
Brushing alone won’t give you a perfect, healthy smile free of dental conditions. You must floss at least once a day. Flossing does what toothbrushes can’t: reach the tiny spaces in between teeth and remove food particles/plaque. This, in turn, prevents cavities...
by Dr. Paltsev | May 23, 2025 | Dental tips, Teeth sensitivity
Introduction: What is Tooth Sensitivity? Teeth sensitivity is depicted in many ways. It can look like sharp pain from simple things like breathing in cold air or eating ice cream. Food may also hit a certain spot on your tooth and cause an unwelcome sensation that...
by Dr. Paltsev | Feb 26, 2025 | Cavities, Dental tips
Overview: Cavities Cavities are simply holes or areas of dental decay that form on the tooth’s surface. They form when acids in the mouth erode the teeth’s hard outer surface (enamel)1. Here’s a detailed discussion of the causes of cavities. What are...
