Medical Disclaimer

The content on this website is provided for general educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional dental or medical advice, diagnosis or treatment.

Always seek the advice of a licensed dentist or qualified health-care provider with any questions you may have about a dental or medical condition. Never disregard professional advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Emergencies

If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency — including uncontrolled bleeding, swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, suspected jaw fracture or loss of consciousness — call 911 immediately.

No guaranteed outcomes

Dental treatment outcomes vary by patient and depend on many factors. The information on this website does not promise any particular outcome.

External resources

Where this website links to government or third-party resources (for example, the Government of Canada's information about the Canadian Dental Care Plan), we are not responsible for the content of those external sites.

Editorial process

Articles on this website are written by the MapleLeaf Smile Dentistry editorial team and reviewed by a licensed dentist before publication. Drafts that are still awaiting review are clearly marked.