Dental Health Tips

Practical advice from Dr. Kaur to help you and your family keep your smiles healthy.

Can a Cavity Heal on Its Own? Early Tooth Decay, Explained

Can a Cavity Heal on Its Own? Early Tooth Decay, Explained

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
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.

Oral Health Basics
When You Floss Every Day But Your Gums Still Bleed

When You Floss Every Day But Your Gums Still Bleed

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
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.

Oral Health Basics
Water Flossers vs. String Floss: Which Is Better for Your Teeth?

Water Flossers vs. String Floss: Which Is Better for Your Teeth?

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
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
Natural Dental Care: What Works and What Doesn't

Natural Dental Care: What Works and What Doesn't

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 15/08/2025

A Bloor West Village dentist on natural dental care: what helps (xylitol, baking soda, diet), what harms (lemon, charcoal), and the truth about fluoride.

Oral Health Basics
Bad Breath Even After Brushing? Causes and Fixes

Bad Breath Even After Brushing? Causes and Fixes

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 15/06/2025

Brushing but breath still smells? A Bloor West Village dentist explains why bad breath happens, from tongue bacteria to dry mouth, and what genuinely fixes it.

Oral Health Basics
Floss or Toss?

Floss or Toss?

Dr. Abinaash Kaur
Published on: 15/04/2025

Does flossing actually work? A Toronto dentist on the famous AP story that said flossing was unproven, what the evidence really shows, and what to do daily.

Oral Health Basics