Imagine that you are at Dr. Motiwala’s office for a cleaning and regular checkup. Dr. Motiwala tells you that you have a hole after the cleaning goes well. You’ve been afraid of hearing this news, and now you’re worried that something must be wrong...
Well, if you’re reading this, you’ve probably already been through teething, but a baby hasn’t. We care about the health of our patients at Dr. Motiwala Dental Clinic & Implant Centre, which is why we want to give you useful information about...
If you’ve been to our blog before, you know that tooth loss is one of our favorite topics. Most people have had or will have tooth decay at some point in their lives. The National Institutes of Health say that it is the most common disease in the world. Today,...
There are many reasons to straighten your teeth, and there are many ways to do it. But you might not know that there are many different times in your life when it might be best to fix your teeth. In general, dentists start to think about whether or not a patient needs...
Your mouth is a smart machine that works because each part does its job. When you’re missing a tooth, the empty spot is more than just unsightly; it can also be dangerous. Having a full smile is important for your other teeth, gums, and even the bones in your...
The first thing that may come to mind when you suddenly have a toothache is a home remedy. Home remedies can be found just about anywhere these days, from your great-aunt’s advice to a pin on Pinterest. Dr. Motiwala can provide additional insight into tooth pain...
People in the U.S. eat more sugar than people in any other country. (We also have some of the best doctors in the world, which is a good thing.) “Sugar makes your teeth rot,” you hear all the time. Is that true? Why is sugar so bad for your teeth? What...
If you’ve been having trouble keeping your smile healthy or only floss once a week or less, it’s important to remember that good oral health is a run, not a sprint. Patients with the best oral health do small but important things every day to keep their...
It’s not too much of a stretch to say that Invisalign has changed the way orthodontics are done. No longer do you have to wear painful headgear, metal clips, and wires that can poke you in the mouth. One of the best things about Invisalign braces is that they...
Getting a toothache can be a real pain. It can be hard to eat, work, or get a good night’s sleep when you have a toothache. When your child is in pain from a tooth, it can be hard on you as a parent. It can make it hard for them to pay attention at school or...