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Tooth pain and sensitivity require prompt treatment. The longer infections go untreated, the further they can spread, and the more likely you will need a tooth extraction to address the issue. If you are suffering from a dental emergency in the Burlington area, Burloak Centre Dentistry can help. Our office offers emergency appointments six days a week, […]

Incorporating technology in dentistry is no longer an option in a world where the demand for accuracy, comfort, and speed is ever-growing. Patients expect nothing less than perfection, and if you are not up to the task, you will be left behind. At Burloak Centre Dentistry, we are never shy to adopt revolutionary technology to […]

Wisdom teeth are the most commonly extracted teeth. Although for some individuals, these teeth never erupt. For others, impacted wisdom teeth require removal to prevent additional dental problems. If you are searching for answers regarding your wisdom teeth, contact Dr. Shefali Tuli and the team at Burloak Centre Dentistry in Oakville, ON. Why do we […]

While high-impact sports such as football and hockey can pose a risk for injury, they can be especially traumatic on your teeth if you do not have proper protection. The dental team at Burloak Centre Dentistry offers sports mouthguards with a custom fit to protect smiles while our patients enjoy their favorite pastimes. Benefits of […]

A 2013 report by CBC News indicated that 1,239,000 Canadians aged 15 and older play ice hockey, and the sport is second only to golf for adults. Part of the appeal stems from hockey’s nickname, “the fastest game on earth.” The action is non-stop, which leads to bumps, bangs, and bruises from ice, sticks, skate […]

Parents in the Oakville, ON area who have children involved in high-impact sports such as hockey, soccer, or football need to think about ways to protect their kids’ teeth. The professional team at Burloak Centre Dentistry work with patients to help them determine if a custom sports mouthguard will help protect their smiles. Protect Your […]

Cancer screenings are routine in the medical setting. Likewise, dental patients do well to receive oral cancer screening from their dentist on an annual basis. This adjunct to the routine dental examination is beneficial even for those who have not noticed an obvious abnormality. Early detection is key to the treatment of oral cancer, a […]

For many children, and even adults, dental visits can be somewhat frightening. The reasons for dental anxiety are as diverse as individual patients, some of whom avoid seeing the dentist until a dental problem cannot be ignored. Unfortunately, finding a dentist who offers sedation tailored to the individual can be challenging. Although dentistry has evolved […]

While dentistry is designed to help people of all ages enjoy healthy, attractive smiles, there are millions for whom a visit to the dentist is all but impossible. Understanding the dramatic effect the smile and oral health in general has on wellbeing is only so helpful in getting an anxious patient to schedule professional care. […]

Sedation was at one time something only medical patients could expect. As time has gone on, however, sedation has been identified as a wonderful addition to dental practices. In the early days of dental sedation, this level of service was limited to surgical procedures such as wisdom tooth removal. In our Oakville area dental practice, […]

It’s estimated that 35 million Americans face serious apprehension and anxiety about dental procedures. An additional 10 to 12 million Americans are “dental phobic” and avoid dental care altogether. Dr. Shefali Tuli and her team at Burloak Centre Dentistry in Oakville, ON want to help patients with this fear they face using nitrous gas for […]

The general rule with oral hygiene is that we should brush and floss our teeth on a daily basis. This recommendation is nothing new to anyone who has seen a dentist in their lifetime. There is more to the care of our teeth, gums, and general oral health, though. Oral cleanliness that inhibits bacterial activity […]