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Sooner or later, nearly every adult will need to visit their dentist for a dental filling. 96% of Canadian adults have some history of cavities, and most develop more than one in their lifetime.

Dentists typically use one of two options to fill in the spots where a cavity has damaged a tooth: silver or white fillings. This guide will help you learn about each type and give you the information you need to choose the right filling for your dental needs.

Children require regular dental care as much as any other type of healthcare, even when they are very young. The Canadian Dental Association recommends that all children visit a dentist before their first birthday and receive regular dental checkups every six months afterwards.

However, finding a family dentist in Mississauga is not always an easy task. You must choose a dentist that is able to provide reliable, convenient care for both the children and adults in your family. This guide will identify what to look for at a family dentist and offer tips to find the right one for you.

If you are unhappy with your smile due to crooked teeth, yellowing or staining, uneven gums, chipped or broken teeth, and gaps, cosmetic dentistry services can address your concerns and give you the smile you have been dreaming of.

Dentists who specialize in this type of practice are artisans with a keen eye for the subtle details that create an attractive smile. Learn more about what cosmetic dentistry can do and whether you might benefit from seeing a cosmetic dentist yourself.

The COVID-19 pandemic has disrupted Canadians’ dental health routines and made it difficult for patients to receive the dental care they need.

Like most dental offices in Mississauga, Trillium Smile Dentistry has continued to offer dental services throughout the pandemic. As we are considered an essential service in Ontario, we are still open and available to provide dental care.

We have modified our usual practices and made additional investments to ensure that our patients feel comfortable when they visit our office during the ongoing pandemic. Here is what you can expect from us at this time.

Many people enjoy the look of a bright white smile, but this classic marker of beauty can be difficult to maintain. Teeth are never naturally pure white and often tend to darken with age. Additionally, they acquire surface stains from food, drink, or tobacco use over time. As a result, people often become increasingly dissatisfied with the colour of their teeth.

Fortunately, these tooth discolouration issues can easily be treated using a variety of simple and painless tooth whitening procedures. These treatments can significantly whiten your teeth and help you make a sparkling first impression with everyone you meet. Both in-home and in-office options exist to allow every patient to balance convenience, cost, and effectiveness to best suit their needs.

Please note that to ensure optimal outcomes for your whitening treatment and dental health, we strongly recommend that you visit us for a cleaning before your whitening appointment.

Dental caries, commonly known as tooth decay, are the cause of one of the most common dental problems – cavities.

Dental caries originate from several strains of mutans streptococci bacteria. When these bacteria consume sugars from the food you eat, they secrete acid that breaks down your tooth’s protective enamel structures. Your saliva naturally repairs some of this damage, but if too much harm is done before your saliva can counteract the problem, a cavity begins to form.

If you believe that you have a cavity, please call our office at 647-371-1894 to book an appointment. Our team will be able to examine the area of concern and recommend appropriate treatment. If caught early, some cavities can be repaired without the need for anesthetic, so be sure to visit as soon as possible!

Invisalign is a modern alternative to metal braces. Using custom-made, clear plastic aligners, it can produce gradual changes in tooth positioning. It can treat many of the orthodontic problems that braces do, but many patients prefer it for its many cosmetic and functional advantages.

Treatment generally lasts between 12- and 18-months using sets of aligners that are changed every two weeks. You can use this treatment method to straighten your teeth, improve your bite, and correct any midline shift you may have. Since the retainers are nearly invisible, only you and your dentist will know they are there.

There are several ways to improve and maintain your oral and dental health. Most of us are familiar with the common ways, which is brushing teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, flossing daily, and visiting the dentist regularly.

At Trillium smile our goal is to educate our patients on not only how to prevent dental cavities, but also how to develop a healthy lifestyle to maintain their oral and dental health.

What is Dental Sealant?

Dental sealant is a simple and noninvasive procedure that effectively prevents decay on the biting surfaces of your chewing teeth. Sealants protect the depressions and grooves of your teeth from food particles and plaque that brushing and flossing can’t reach.