You sit in the dental chair for what you thought was a routine cleaning, and the hygienist mentions you need a “deep cleaning” instead. Suddenly you’re wondering: what’s the difference, and why does this one sound more complicated? Regular cleanings focus on maintenance above your gum line, while scaling and root planing is a therapeutic […]
You bite into an apple and feel something hard in your mouth that doesn’t belong there. When you spit it out, you realize it’s a piece of your tooth. Your heart starts racing as you wonder whether you need to drop everything and rush to Arch Dental or if you can wait for a regular […]
You bite into an apple and feel a sharp pain shoot through your tooth. Maybe you notice sensitivity to cold drinks or experience random aches throughout the day. These symptoms often point to a cracked tooth, and it’s understandable to hope the damage isn’t serious — but a cracked tooth won’t repair itself without treatment. […]
You brush your teeth twice a day and floss regularly, yet your smile still doesn’t look as bright as you’d like. Many everyday habits and substances can cause tooth discolouration without you even realizing it. At Arch Dental, we help patients understand the common causes of teeth staining and provide effective solutions for maintaining a […]
You have a busy schedule, and it’s helpful to know how much time to set aside for your dental appointments. A professional teeth cleaning is a key part of maintaining your oral health, and we want you to understand what to expect during your visit. To help you plan, let’s look at the typical length […]
If you’ve ever noticed your gums bleeding when you floss, you’re not alone—and it’s not always a cause for alarm. Bleeding gums are often a sign that your oral hygiene routine needs a little more consistency or care. So, why do your teeth bleed when you floss? Most often, it’s due to plaque buildup near […]
Bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, and gum sensitivity are some of the earliest warning signs of gum disease and should not be ignored. Left untreated, gum disease can progress from mild irritation to more serious issues like receding gums, tooth loss, and infection. Gum disease often begins silently and without obvious symptoms, but early detection […]
The colour of your teeth can often be a misleading indicator of oral health, prompting the question: are yellow teeth actually healthy? Tooth colour alone doesn’t determine oral health; yellow teeth can be perfectly healthy, depending on the cause. Enamel thickness, age, and lifestyle habits all contribute to the natural shade of your teeth. What […]
Regular dental cleanings are about more than keeping your teeth bright and shiny; they’re a key part of maintaining overall health. So, how often do you need to visit the dentist for a cleaning? Most people should visit the dentist for an exam and cleaning every 6 months. However, your dentist may recommend more frequent […]
Have you ever spent time thinking about how to get the perfect smile? If so, you may have heard of veneers as a potential solution for dental concerns like chipping and staining. But what happens to your natural teeth underneath veneers? When veneers are applied, a thin layer of enamel is removed for proper bonding. […]
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