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Braganza
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1119 Clonsilla Avenue,
Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 5Y6, CANADA
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Do you feel that you have a Gummy Smile or an Uneven Gum Line?
Periodontists are often considered the plastic surgeons of dentistry. If you are looking to improve your smile, a periodontist may be...


Comfort during your treatment - Nitrous Oxide (N2O) Sedation (Laughing Gas)
During your periodontal treatment we do everything possible to create a comfortable and relaxed environment best suited for each patient....


Oral Piercings
Oral piercings may look cool but they may cause a lot of damage to your mouth. Problems can start immediately after getting an oral...


Oral Health Risk Factors
Taking care of your teeth requires more than brushing, flossing and regular dental visits. Understanding the risk factors that impact...


Dry Mouth - Causes and Prevention
If your mouth often feels dry and uncomfortable you may have xerostomia, or dry mouth. It’s a common condition that occurs when the...


Causes of bad breath
Poor dental hygiene. The most common cause of bad breath is when the bacteria in your mouth break down the food caught in and around...


How to help prevent tooth sensitivity
Keep your teeth clean. Plaque forms bacteria that irritate your gums and may make them recede. Use desensitizing toothpaste and...


Treating sensitive teeth
Depending on how bad the sensitivity is, your dentist/periodontist can suggest several ways to treat the problem. Brushing regularly with...


Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth sensitivity happens when the protective enamel on teeth is damaged. Enamel protects the more delicate part of the tooth, called...


Treating gum disease
In the early stages of gum disease, treatment usually involves removing the plaque and calculus in the pockets around the tooth and...
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