News & Updates

At Hume Street Dental Care, we understand that dental visits can sometimes trigger anxiety,...

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Patients can rest assured all safety precautions are being taken to keep them protected throughout...

To our valued patients, Dental clinics are permitted to remain open under Schedule 2 of the Rules...

Our office has always followed strict infection control standards. Now there are additional levels...

Here are some of the changes you can expect at our dental care center. Appointments will be spaced...

We are proud to announce that we will start the process of reopening our office on Monday June...

Did you know, that at no later than age 7, children should have a checkup to tell you whether or...

Government News On Thursday, April 23, the Ontario government extended all emergency orders that...

Dear valued patients, Several patients have asked when our Dental office may be safely reopened...

Dear valued patients, We hope this letter finds you healthy in these unsettled times. On Sunday...

As your "dental health team," we want you to know that cleaning and polishing are regular parts of...

Yes, it is possible to do a root canal on a baby, or primary tooth. It may be necessary due to an...

Endodontics is a branch of dentistry concerned with preventing, diagnosing and treating problems...

Regular check-ups let us focus on helping you maintain good oral health, rather than treating...

But don't be alarmed, it's normal! Bacteria is present in your mouth at birth and will be present...

What has been your biggest obstacle in maintaining your own regular dental care? I've had a few...

Many of us never give our dental health a second thought. We brush and (hopefully!) floss, but...

Many people think brushing their teeth regularly is enough to prevent cavities and gum...

Grinding, gnashing or clenching of teeth or jaws, also known as Bruxism, can be an important...

PLAQUE forms on our teeth continually. When the BACTERIA in the plaque comes in contact with sugar...

If the tooth is not replaced, or held open by a space maintainer, it can create future problems....

I have been a patient at Hume Street Dental Care since the early 1980s. I was very satisfied with...

Dr. Shafiei, Dr. Saberina and our Hume Street Dental team is very proud of our patient Mason, who...

Widely-spaced primary teeth are beneficial for several reasons. First, because primary teeth hold...

Unlike your regular brief examination on your hygiene visit where immediate concerns and decay are...

It is important that you keep us informed of anything that may have an effect on your dental...

Dry mouth is often a side effect of medications such as antihistimines, decongestants, analgesics...

As parents, we protect our children every day. We teach them social skills, make sure their toys...

Our wonderful patients Bill & Doreen Monks are celebrating 63 years together! Married at the age...

We know that losing one or more teeth has an unwelcome impact socially and psychologically. That...

Many parents put their baby to bed with a bottle of milk, formula or juice. The sugars and acids...

Here is what you'll be missing: Examination of teeth, gums, and biting, chewing and swallowing...

We have all admired someone else's teeth at some time. Strong white teeth, perfectly straight and...

They are used to replace either a full or partial set of missing teeth. The plastic framework is...

Crowns can be made of different materials, including acrylic, metal and porcelain. All porcelain...

FRACTURED JAW: Contact us or go to a hospital emergency immediately! TOOTH KNOCKED OUT: See us...

Your trust in our practice has always been our inspiration. When I became the practice owner, I...

If your teeth have become worn down due to abrasion, we can help correct them. The upper incisors...

A bridge is an artificial tooth used to replace one that is missing. It is attached to your...

This is NOT SO! We can do many things to ensure you are comfortable during the procedure. During...

To all of our loyal patients I am pleased to introduce myself and excited to explain the new...

We understand that despite the amazing advances in modern dentistry some patients still feel...

To remove PLAQUE! Left on your teeth, plaque forms an acid with the food you eat. This acid, if...

Our aim is to completely relax our patients while they are in our office. We want your dental...

Seeing your child at one year allows us to check on the development of those important first...

As the year ends, it is frequently a very cost efficient time for you to receive the comfortable...

Fluoride is important because it interrupts the formation of enamel-eating acid in your mouth....

Reduce the frequency of your consumption of foods that stay in your mouth for prolonged periods of...

This unique program utilizes a series of thin appliances called aligners. Aesthetic orthodontics...

Your hygienist, will remove calculus and surface stains, examine teeth for decay and evaluate...

One of the most commonly asked questions we hear is: "How old should a child be for their first...

Here are a few advantages for tooth replacement: No interference with your speech or your ability...

One of the most commonly asked questions we hear is: "How old should a child be for their first...

Then we will work together to develop a long-term treatment and maintenance plan that meets your...

1. Take turns playing dentist when you clean your child's teeth. 2. Demonstrate to your child how...

We will take the time to explain the cost of your procedure prior to beginning treatment. You will...

Here are a few reasons not to avoid the dentist: We now offer many techniques to help you relax...

The more you know about your mouth, the more able you are to make good choices for your dental...

1) The fee guide is only a guide. The guide is based on the average time it takes the average...

Then use it! You're lucky to have one! It is important to understand your dental plan. Here are...

Implants are a great alternative to dentures or a Crown and Bridge. Implants enable you to have a...