Our son, Derek is enjoying his summer break from University (he's studying to be a dentist, of course :)) and is currently joining us...

You are not alone.  Bad breath, also known as Halitosis, is estimated to affect about 50% of the population1.  Most of the time, bad...

So, doctor says you have a cavity :(.  Now what? If you decide to leave it untreated, it is *theoretically* possible that if you take...

Did you know that if you take good care of your teeth, they will stay with you for life? It's a common misconception that as we age,...

Bruxism is the dental term for teeth grinding and/or clenching and it is estimated to affect about 8-31% of the adult population and up...

Image Designed by Freepik If you have a toothache, skip the prolonged suffering and book yourself in for an examination and treatment by...

When we talk about the health of your mouth, we're not just talking about your teeth.  Your gums make up a part of the foundation and if...

Here are some options available to you if you have lost a tooth (or teeth). Option 1) Nothing Pros: * Doesn’t cost any money Cons:...

Here's an infographic we created to remind everyone why we should all be *flossing*.  And, if you're not sure how to, or you notice a lot...

Icons vector created by Bakar015 - Freepik.com Do you experience tooth sensitivity to hot and cold? Being sensitive to cold is fairly...

Here's a quickie video about the services offered at Alfie :) . It is by no means, a complete list (because it would take forever to list...

Like always, we're so ready to welcome in the Spring.  This year, we're particularly excited as Alfie Dentistry is expanding to our...

Here's a quick before-and-after video showing some of Dr. Shirley's Smiling Stars.  These are some of the more complex full smile...

We created an infographic to let people know what to expect during a first visit at Alfie Dentistry.  Also known as a Complete Oral Exam,...

Here's an article (in Chinese) about TMJ from Ming Pao Daily.  You may recognize the doctor in there :) :) :) Click on the image to...

Root canal therapy is one of the more commonly feared procedures in dentistry - often next to extractions. However, it's a fairly routine...

Here's a quick infographic we created about Canker Sores - about what they are, how they're caused, how they're treated and when to call...

Dental implants are one of the best options for replacing missing teeth, if you're a suitable candidate. They look and feel like natural...

Don't get us wrong, we love to see you :)  But we like to see you the *most* when you're happy and free from dental discomfort - you...

Pass this info to your friends and loved ones. Gums don't grow back, so once it's gone, it's gone. And if you lose this foundation, guess...