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If you are unhappy with the colour of your natural smile, it may be time to talk to our team about the benefits of our cosmetic teeth whitening services. At Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, we work with patients to help brighten their smiles quickly and easily. Instead of utilizing over-the-counter whitening products that fail to provide noticeable changes, many patients turn to our team to learn more about the whitening options we offer. We are happy to let our patients know more about our solutions to achieve whiter, brighter smiles! Our teeth whitening services vs. over-the-counter … Continue reading “Enhance your smile with cosmetic teeth whitening”

Over the years, dental materials and technology have improved tremendously. In the past, when a patient had an area of decay in a tooth, they would have a filling placed to seal the area and prevent further growth. This filling was often silver amalgam formulated with approximately 50% mercury, a toxic substance. Instead, patients now have other choices in materials to fill a cavity. At Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, we are happy to provide tooth-coloured restorations such as white fillings. What are tooth-coloured fillings? Tooth-coloured fillings are essentially fillings that use a composite resin material. This … Continue reading “Tooth-coloured restorations as cavity fillings for tooth decay”

When you call our front office at Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, for a dental cleaning and evaluation, you will typically be making an appointment with our dental hygienists first. They are one of the first people you meet when you sit in the dental chair and will help guide you through the process of your dental treatments. What does a dental hygienist do? Dental hygienists play a vital role in ensuring the health and well-being of our patients. As such, some of their responsibilities and services they provide include: Reviewing the patient’s dental and health historyTaking dental x-rays and other … Continue reading “What Dental Hygiene services are available near me?”

Dentures are one of many reliable solutions available for patients looking to replace missing teeth. At Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, near Newmarket, Ontario, we strongly advise patients who have lost teeth to speak to a dentist as soon as possible about their options for replacement. In many cases, dentures might be a great choice! Denture options There are several different denture options that a patient can choose from to achieve their smile goals. Below are a few of the ways dentures can be used to restore your smile’s appearance and functionality: Partial dentures: Partial dentures are restorations that typically contain a thin … Continue reading “What types of Dentures are available for replacing missing teeth?”

Wisdom teeth are commonly known for being problematic for many patients. Either they are too far back in the mouth to be properly cleaned, putting the patient at risk of developing gum disease, or they are impacted and “stuck” in the jawbone and need to be surgically removed. Wisdom teeth, also known as the third molars, are the last teeth to come through the gum line between the ages of 17 and 25 for most patients. The Harvest Hills Dental Care team can advise patients in the East Gwillimbury, Ontario area if they are in need of wisdom teeth removal. We can also … Continue reading “Will my teeth shift after Wisdom Tooth Extraction?”

Over the course of your lifetime, your dentist may recommend that you have a dental crown placed. These custom-made restorations are very common, second only to dental fillings because they are incredibly versatile and can be used in many different scenarios to repair, restore, and improve the appearance of your teeth.  At Harvest Hills Dental Care near Newmarket, Ontario, we provide custom-made dental crowns that closely resemble a natural tooth in their appearance and feel and function like one. Read on for four things you should know about dental crowns before getting one placed. 1. There are many reasons a … Continue reading “Four things to know about Dental Crowns before getting one placed”

Root canal therapy is a treatment designed to save a tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted due to severe damage or infection. If you cringe when you hear the phrase “root canal,” you are not alone. While this treatment was indeed quite painful many years ago, advances in dental anesthetics and technologies have dramatically changed the paradigm – but the notion that it is a painful treatment, unfortunately, continues to persist.  At Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, we are committed to providing a safe and comfortable experience for every patient when they are in the … Continue reading “Is a Root Canal actually painful?”

For many decades, metal braces were the mainstay in orthodontic treatment for anyone who needed to straighten their teeth or fix bite problems – kids and adults alike. While braces are still a very effective treatment option, Invisalign® clear aligners have revolutionized how we fix misalignment issues for patients seeking an alternative to braces. At Harvest Hills Dental Care near Bradford, Ontario, we are proud to offer Invisalign® treatment to help our patients discreetly achieve the beautiful, healthy smiles they deserve. More than just a great smile: Straight teeth are also good for your oral health While most people think … Continue reading “Benefits of Invisalign® orthodontic treatment for adults”

The phrase “root canal” is likely to elicit groans from almost anyone you know, but root canal therapy has received an unfair reputation for being a painful treatment when in reality, it is a pain-relieving treatment. Root canal therapy has frequently become the only option to save a tooth from extraction after it has been severely compromised. At Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, our dentists use modern dental anesthetics and a gentle touch to help get you out of pain and back to your daily life.  Why root canal treatment might be needed Root canal therapy is … Continue reading “East Gwillimbury dentist explains how root canal treatment can save infected teeth”

At Harvest Hills Dental Care, we are committed to serving the oral health needs of families in the Newmarket, East Gwillimbury, and surrounding Ontario areas. Part of a healthy mouth includes proper tooth and jaw alignment, which is why we provide orthodontic options that include braces and clear aligners in addition to preventive and general dentistry services for children and adults.  Benefits of having straight teeth Many people think that having straight teeth only has cosmetic benefits by improving the appearance of your smile, but the advantages of properly aligned teeth and jaws go well beyond that! In addition to … Continue reading “Braces and clear aligners: orthodontic options for children and adults”

Regular dental care is an essential part of growing up. Children’s teeth and gums are susceptible to disease just like adults, and developmental issues with your child’s teeth and jaws can arise as they get older. However, the costs of dental care can be a complicating factor for many families. If you have been searching for “affordable children’s teeth cleaning near me,” the team at Harvest Hills Dental Care in East Gwillimbury, Ontario, is here to help! With the Healthy Smiles Ontario program, we are able to provide preventive and general care services to qualified children, all at no cost … Continue reading “Affordable children’s teeth cleaning in East Gwillimbury: Healthy Smiles Ontario program”

Many patients who visit Harvest Hills Dental Care in Newmarket, Ontario, often ask about ways to straighten their smile. Orthodontic services are readily available with our professionals and may be right for a patient based on their unique situation. Orthodontic treatment may encompass one of these two methods used at the practice. Orthodontic services available at Harvest Hills Dental Care include traditional metal braces and clear aligner treatments with Invisalign. Traditional metal braces – for patients with significant malocclusion and misalignment of the smile, traditional metal braces may be the best option. Metal brackets are glued to the teeth, and … Continue reading “Orthodontic Treatment Services Available at Harvest Hills Dental Care”