Blog - Dentist Kitchener, ON

Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 03, 2024.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
A Brighter Smile for the New Year
posted: Dec. 27, 2023.

The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At MI Dental, a brighter smile is quick and easy! Given the Read more
Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
posted: Dec. 20, 2023.

Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay Read more
Tooth Worms? The History of Cavities and Tooth Fillings
posted: Dec. 13, 2023.

Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They Read more
Happy Holidays! Healthy Holidays!
posted: Dec. 06, 2023.

It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season Read more
Xerostomia: What does that mean anyway?
posted: Nov. 29, 2023.

Does your mouth always feel like it’s dry? If it does you may be suffering from xerostomia. Xerostomia is defined as dry mouth resulting from reduced or absent saliva flow. Read more
Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
posted: Nov. 22, 2023.

Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth Read more
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
posted: Nov. 15, 2023.

At MI Dental, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after a few Read more
Is your child a mouth breather?
posted: Nov. 08, 2023.

Have you ever watched to see if your child is breathing through his or her mouth? Breathing through the mouth instead of the nose may lead to trouble for youngsters. Read more
Getting Ready for Winter
posted: Nov. 01, 2023.

Winter Is Coming. Okay, that sounded a lot more dramatic in a popular fantasy series. But here in the real world, winter is coming as well, so let’s look at some Read more
The Intriguing History of Halloween
posted: Oct. 25, 2023.

Halloween is fast approaching, and Dr. Manzoor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is Read more
Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings
posted: Oct. 18, 2023.

Many varieties of fillings are available at our Kitchener office. Most people are familiar with traditional amalgam fillings: those big silver spots on top of teeth. Made from a mixture of Read more
Why should I have my child’s wisdom teeth removed?
posted: Oct. 11, 2023.

The wisdom teeth are the last of the permanent molars to emerge from the gums. This can occur as early as age 17 or as late as 21. Though some Read more
What To Do In Case Of A Dental Emergency
posted: Mar. 07, 2022.

Nobody can predict a dental emergency. That’s what makes them so inconvenient. The good news is that Dr. Sharib Manzoor at MI Dental in Kitchener, ON, is always available to assist you, so Read more
Dental Implants Can Bring Your Smile Back To Life
posted: Jan. 10, 2022.

Losing a tooth can be a stressful occurrence, and sometimes the confidence behind your smile can take a hit as a result. At Mi Dental in Kitchener, ON, Dr. Sharib Read more
FAQs About Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.

Patients who have missing teeth or major tooth and gum problems often have questions about dental implants. Implants are the modern solution for replacing teeth and are now often preferred Read more