Cabbagetown Dental Centre

09/01/2026

You’re able to remove plaque at home by brushing and flossing, but calculus (hardened plaque, sometimes called tartar) is something that can only be removed by a dental professional. It requires scaling above and below your gumline with special instruments, and you’ll leave with smoother, cleaner teeth and healthier gums.

Do you suspect you have tartar (calculus) build-up? It does happen more easily as we age. Call (416) 927-7600 to schedule a hygiene visit with us, and we’ll take care of you.

08/11/2026

We offer dental implants as a long-term solution for missing teeth. Book a consultation today.

08/06/2026

Flossing can be tricky with orthodontics. It can rip or stretch on metal brackets and bands, and it can be difficult to thread under the wires and appliances.
Luckily, there is specialty floss designed for people with orthodontics. There is extra-strong floss that won’t break going around a bracket, floss threaders that have a stiff end for slipping through narrow areas, and even spongy expanding floss for cleaning around appliances.

08/04/2026

Palatal expanders can be used while children are still growing to help widen the upper jaw. Widening the upper jaw can make room for adult teeth, reduce overcrowding, and correct a crossbite. A palatal expander can improve breathing by opening the oral and nasal passages and allowing the patient to breathe through the nose. If your child is aged 7-10, ask us about this and other early orthodontic treatments! (416) 927-7600

07/30/2026

Let’s take a closer look at healthy gums and how periodontal disease can develop over time ...

07/28/2026

Popcorn? Crunchy nuts? Sticky dried fruits or candy? You can eat whatever you’d like by simply removing your clear aligners first. Just be sure to brush and floss afterward, and don’t forget to put them back in!

07/23/2026

The second molars are usually the last of the baby teeth to grow in - and the last to fall out! Kids often don’t lose their second molars until they’re 11 to 13 years old.

07/21/2026

There are a few things you can do to get some temporary relief for a toothache.

1) Try rinsing with warm salt water. If this makes it worse, try rinsing with cold water. Depending on the problem, cold water might feel better than warm water.
2) Floss around the problem tooth, as there may be food stuck. Remember to be gentle and not to force the floss between the teeth.
3) Take an over-the-counter pain reliever, as directed. Do not place aspirin directly on the gum or tooth.
4) Rub an over-the-counter antiseptic containing benzocaine or clove oil onto the affected tooth and gum to numb the pain.
5) Place a cold compress on the outside of your cheek.

Most importantly, give us a call at your earliest convenience. We’ll take a look at that tooth and let you know what’s wrong.

07/16/2026

Baby teeth don’t last forever, but you still don’t want them plagued by cavities. Here’s a common dental problem that babies and toddlers experience …

Learn about baby bottle tooth decay and what causes it.

07/09/2026

For children 3 to 6, it doesn’t take much toothpaste to clean their teeth. Use a dab of toothpaste the size of a popcorn kernel.