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.
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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
Bleeding Gums: When It's Brushing, When It's Something Else
Published on: 05/08/2026
83% of Canadian adults have bleeding gums. A Toronto dentist on when it's plaque, when it's pregnancy, diabetes or smoking, and what the research really shows.
Oral Health Basics
Can a Cavity Heal on Its Own? Early Tooth Decay, Explained
Published on: 02/07/2026
Can a cavity heal itself? A Bloor West Village dentist explains when early tooth decay can be reversed, cavity symptoms, treatment, and CDCP coverage.
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When You Floss Every Day But Your Gums Still Bleed
Published on: 29/06/2026
Gums bleed when you floss? A Bloor West Village dentist explains gingivitis, gum disease causes, treatment options, and what CDCP covers in 2026.
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Water Flossers vs. String Floss: Which Is Better for Your Teeth?
Published on: 15/01/2026
Water flosser or string floss? A Toronto dentist compares what each does well, what the evidence shows, and which one you will actually use every day.
Oral Health Basics