Does Purple Toothpaste Actually Whiten Your Teeth?
Published on: 18/08/2026
Purple toothpaste tints teeth rather than whitening them. A Toronto dentist on the colour theory, what the trials measured, and how long the effect lasts.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Silver Diamine Fluoride: Stopping Cavities Without a Drill
Published on: 14/08/2026
A 2026 trial of 830 children put real numbers on silver diamine fluoride. A Toronto dentist on how well it works, the black stain, and what it replaces.
Family Dentistry
What Perimenopause Does to Your Teeth and Gums
Published on: 12/08/2026
Dry mouth, bleeding gums, a burning tongue and taste changes are documented parts of the menopause transition. A Toronto dentist on what the research shows.
Wellness
Can a Toothache Affect Your Kid's Grades?
Published on: 10/08/2026
A Bloor West Village dentist on why late-summer checkup timing matters, backed by real research linking dental pain to missed school and lower grades.
Family Dentistry
Are Nicotine Pouches Safe for Your Teeth and Gums?
Published on: 10/08/2026
A Bloor West Village dentist on what nicotine, not the missing tobacco leaf, does to gum tissue, and why tobacco-free isn't the same as risk-free.
Oral Health Basics
Is Your Teen's Energy Drink Habit Bad for Their Teeth?
Published on: 10/08/2026
A Bloor West Village dentist explains what energy drinks do to a teenager's tooth enamel, two separate mechanisms, and why sugar-free doesn't fix it.
Oral Health Basics