by Appleby Dental Professionals | Sep 16, 2026 | Family Dentistry Burlington
There is no single dental checkup schedule that is right for every adult or child. Many people are familiar with the idea of visiting every six months, but a family dentist may recommend a different interval based on age, oral health, cavity risk, gum health, dental...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Sep 16, 2026 | Oral Health
Seeing a little pink in the sink can be unsettling. Gums may bleed for several reasons, including plaque buildup, irritation, a recent change in brushing or flossing habits, or another oral health concern. Occasional light bleeding is different from bleeding that...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Aug 21, 2026 | Dental Emergency
A dental emergency is a problem involving pain, damage, swelling, trauma or possible infection that may need timely assessment. Severe tooth pain, a broken or knocked-out tooth, spreading swelling and uncontrolled bleeding are common reasons to call a dental office...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Aug 16, 2026 | Family Dentistry Burlington
Tongue tie and lip tie involve oral tissues that may restrict movement for some children. A tongue tie affects the tissue beneath the tongue, while a lip tie involves the tissue connecting the upper lip to the gums. Depending on the child and the degree of functional...
by Appleby Dental Professionals | Jul 24, 2026 | Root Canal Therapy
A filling may be considered when a tooth can be repaired and the soft tissue inside it, called the pulp, remains healthy. Root canal treatment may be discussed when the pulp is infected, injured, or no longer healthy. The difference cannot be determined from the size...
