Donlands Family Dentistry Blog

As COVID cases across the country continue to decline, more people are emerging from their homes. You’re able to enjoy certain things that you might have missed over the last several months, like preventive appointments with your dentist. Although the COVID pandemic is slowing, you might still have a few concerns about visiting your dentist because you’re vulnerable to illnesses. Don’t worry, dentists are accommodating at-risk patients. Here are 3 steps they are taking to keep patients well.

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You’re having a normal day, and then – out of nowhere, a dental emergency strikes. It can be painful, stressful and time-consuming. If at all possible, wouldn’t you like to avoid this happening? Statistics show that 60% of dental emergencies are preventable. It all starts with having the right information. Here are 7 ways to protect yourself from a dental emergency!

If you already have dentures or you’re looking for a way to replace your missing teeth, you’ve likely heard of the option of having dental implants placed. However, you may not be sure if this is the right route for you to take. After all, it requires a greater initial investment than other methods of tooth replacement. Are dental implants worth the cost? Continue reading to find out!

As an athlete, injury certainly comes with the territory, which is why those who play sports competitively are automatically more likely to experience dental damage. Thankfully, an emergency dentist can restore your smile back to its full health and beauty. Because dental emergencies can never be completely prevented, it’s important for athletes to understand the ways they put their teeth at risk. Read on to learn about the 3 most common types of dental injuries that can occur during sports and what you can do next to save your smile.

The holidays are a time when having fun and spending time around family and friends is the norm, but if you’re recovering from oral surgery, it can be difficult to embrace these moments. Fortunately, a dentist in East York is here to provide a few helpful tips that will allow you to recover successfully while enjoying the festivities this season. Read on to learn what you can do after undergoing dental implant placement or wisdom tooth extraction during your holiday break.  

Six months ago, our lives were forever changed as the novel COVID-19 virus spread into a worldwide pandemic. Fortunately, infection control measures like social distancing and face masks have made the transition out of quarantine and into our “new normal” possible. However, many patients are still hesitant to schedule a checkup and cleaning, even though they haven’t gone all year. If you are on the fence about attending your biannual appointment, read on for four reasons you should visit your dentist.

If you find it difficult to enjoy some of your favorite hot and cold beverages and snacks because of a sharp pain in your mouth, chances are that you’re suffering from tooth sensitivity. This is extremely common. One in eight adults claim to have some level of temperature sensitivity. There are several different causes and things you can do to lessen your discomfort. Continue reading to learn more from your emergency dentist.

When you’re in a lot of pain because of an infection or otherwise, you may feel inclined to have the tooth extracted and have it replaced with an implant. Even though this may sound like a quick and simple fix, this option should only be used if your tooth cannot be saved by a root canal. Your emergency dentist shares some benefits of saving your natural tooth if you are able to.

Did you know over 5 million teeth are knocked out each year? As a child, losing a tooth means a visit from the tooth fairy. As an adult, a knocked-out tooth is far from a pleasant experience. In fact, it is often anxiety-inducing and traumatic. Since it can happen at a moment’s notice, it is important to be aware of what to do in this situation ahead of time so you can react as calmly and quickly as possible. Read on for step by step instructions on what to do until your emergency dentistry appointment.