Dental Patient Information

The Importance of Proper Oral Care

One of the most important steps you can take for your overall health is maintaining good oral hygiene. At Smile Dentistry, we believe a healthy mouth is essential to a healthy body. Over time, factors such as age, diet, lifestyle, and medical conditions can affect your oral health. Without regular care, issues like gum disease, tooth decay, or enamel wear can develop unnoticed. Visiting our clinic regularly allows our experienced team to monitor your oral health, detect any problems early, and create a personalized treatment plan to maintain or restore your smile.

Prevent and Detect Oral Disease - As your trusted dental clinic in Toronto, our responsibility is to protect your mouth from harmful plaque buildup and catch early signs of dental concerns — such as cavities, gum disease, and even oral cancer. These conditions can affect patients of all ages, which is why we recommend a dental check-up every 4 to 6 months. These semi-annual visits allow us to thoroughly clean your teeth and gums, and identify and address any developing oral health issues before they become more serious.

Prevent Bad Breath - Medical studies indicate that 85% of patients with ongoing bad breath (halitosis) are caused by oral health issues that can be prevented. Having an oral hygiene regimen is essential in preventing bad breath which includes routine dental care.

Brighten and Whiten Your Smile - During your dental cleaning with our team, we perform a dental exam to have a better understanding of the current state of your mouth. This exam allows our team to provide you with a thorough cleaning and polish of your teeth and gums. Having your teeth cleaned every 4-6-months helps remove plaque and helps remove most coffee, tobacco, and tea stains from your teeth, which gives you a fresh and bright looking smile.