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  There is a particular kind of nervousness that comes with booking your child’s first appointment at the dentist. Will my toddler scream? Will they even sit in the chair? Here is the truth after years of welcoming Little Italy families through our doors on College Street: most kids do just fine, and the ones who do not are still gently, patiently guided through it. A first visit does not need to be a battle, it can be the start of a habit your child keeps for life.   When Should Your Child See a Dentist for the First Time? […]

  A toothache always seems to show up at the worst possible time. Maybe you woke up in the middle of the night with a throbbing jaw, or your child suddenly won’t touch their dinner because their tooth hurts. Either way, that sharp, nagging pain can be alarming, and it’s normal to wonder what to do next. As your trusted dentist in Little Italy, we want our patients and neighbours across the community to know exactly how to handle a sudden toothache, and when it’s time to call for help.   Why Toothaches Happen Tooth pain can come from a […]

  If you have ever winced at cold water or ice cream, teeth whitening might make you nervous. Sensitive teeth are one of the top concerns we hear at Little Italy Dentistry before patients book teeth whitening in Toronto. The short answer is yes, whitening can be safe for sensitive teeth when it is done with the right approach and guidance from a dentist.   What Causes Tooth Sensitivity After Whitening? Whitening works by allowing a bleaching agent to pass through enamel to break down deeper stains. This can temporarily open tiny channels connected to the tooth’s nerve, which usually […]

  “How much is this going to cost me?” It’s usually the first thing patients ask once we’ve told them they need a crown, and honestly, we’d ask the same thing. Nobody wants a surprise bill for a treatment they didn’t see coming. So let’s break down what actually goes into the cost of a dental crown in Toronto, and why the answer isn’t quite as simple as a flat price tag.   What Is a Dental Crown? A dental crown is basically a custom-made cap that slips over a tooth that’s been cracked, worn down, or treated with a […]

  If your morning coffee and evening glass of wine are two of life’s little pleasures, you are definitely not alone. They also happen to be two of the biggest culprits behind stained, dull looking teeth. At Little Italy Dentistry, we hear this question a lot: should you grab an at-home whitening kit off the shelf, or is it worth booking professional teeth whitening in Toronto? Here is what we tell our patients.   Why Coffee and Wine Stain Your Teeth Coffee and red wine are loaded with chromogens, deeply pigmented compounds that cling to your enamel. Wine also contains […]