Athletic Mouthwear There are three types of mouthguards available:1. stock/ready made2. Boil and bite3. Custom- made by a dentistAll three types of mouthguards provide protection but differ in comfort and cost.  Mouth protectors are recommended for anyone participating in any recreational activity that might cause injury to the mouth.Generally, mouthguards cover the upper teeth and act to cushion blows to the jaw, thereby reducing injuries to soft tissues, face, jaw, broken teeth and tooth loss. They may also decrease the incidence and severity...

Amalgam-FreePatients who prefer amalgam-free dental fillings will be delighted to know that Strathmore Dental Centre can work with a variety of restorative materials, including those that are free of mercury or amalgam. Whether you need something as simple as a filling replaced, want to explore the aesthetic difference that a crown could make on a discolored or damaged tooth, or need more complex procedures like replacement tooth implants or root canal therapy, Strathmore Dental Centre can work with you to devise a treatment plan aimed at...

TMJ (TMD) TherapyMany suffer from Tempromandibular Joint pain or Tempromandibular Dysfunction. Symptoms include:Pain on opening.Inability to open wide or move from side to side comfortablyNeck and shoulder pain.Ear pain, hearing loss.Ringing in the ears.Clenching, night grindingChronic fatigueNoise, grating or popping in jointChronic Temporal or occipital headacheTreatment of these problems can be complicated.  The cause can often be multi-factorial.  Successful treatment may involve other professionals; Physiotherapy, Chiropractors, Massage...

MI PASTE TREATMENTWhat is MI Paste? MI paste is a milk-derived product that helps remineralize your teeth with calcium. It comes in toothpaste form and can be purchased from our dental office in conjunction with treatment and consultation.What are its uses? MI paste is used for sensitive teeth, preventing white spots from occurring during orthodontic treatment, dry mouth, in cases of high decay rates, reducing sensitivity with bleaching products and during pregnancy to help prevent tooth enamel erosion. It is also great for children over six...