We have reopened for regular dental appointments. In light of Covid-19 public health concerns, there will be some changes to our usual protocols. Click here to learn more.
From an early age, we all learn the importance of brushing and flossing. However, despite our best efforts, our teeth can put up a good fight. Some teeth have such deep crevices and grooves that it’s almost inevitable that food will get stuck - and when it does, it can quickly turn into a cavity. When... READ MORE
March 18, 2020
Dear Patients and Prospective Patients, Following the recommendations of provincial and local health authorities regarding the prevention of Covid-19 spread, we at Dr. Elston Wong Dentistry have decided to suspend all elective dental appointments until the first week of April. At that time, a reassessment will be made as to whether this closure needs to be... READ MORE
March 17, 2020
It’s a morning like any other. You’re going about your daily routine, pouring your coffee, getting ready for the day. Then, all of a sudden, it hits you: something’s wrong with your teeth. Something doesn’t feel quite right or look quite like it should. As you examine your mouth in the mirror or rub your jaw,... READ MORE
March 3, 2020
As with regular physical checkups, going to the dentist is standard practice for staying healthy. Adults and teenagers are (for the most part) used to this facet of life, but for young children who haven’t been to the dentist before, the experience can be daunting or even scary. How, then, to get your child acclimated... READ MORE
February 21, 2020
If our patients step through the front door, we are hoping that they are seeking serious consideration and the best dental advice that we can give. We hope our love for dentistry shows through our enthusiasm and continuous change. First, a little anecdote from Dr. Wong's earlier practice life as associate dentist in Saint John, New... READ MORE
October 22, 2017
The allure was strong: place a dental bridge without having to shave down a substantial amount of tooth structure like a conventional bridge. Bond that thing in and you have a tooth where there was none before! This type of bridge was developed at the University of Maryland in the early 1980's (although provenance is... READ MORE
August 25, 2017
As we have mentioned in the past, we like to use this portion of our website to truly communicate updates to our current (and future) patients. As it is now January 1 2017, it is the perfect time to provide a glimpse into changes that are coming to Dr. Elston Wong Dentistry in the following... READ MORE
January 1, 2017
We at Dr. Elston Wong Dentistry are proud to introduce the awesome Velscope VX, a handheld light that allows users to detect changes in oral skin tissue way before such changes may be detectable to the naked eye. It is useful as an oral cancer screening tool (and other dysplastic epithelium) and has even won... READ MORE
October 3, 2016
What do I really need to keep my teeth healthy? Or what oral hygiene products are actually important? Any time we walk into a pharmacy, the dental care aisles are invariably a cornucopia of brush types and designs, flosses, rinses, appliances, gels, and who knows what else seemingly designed to confuse and complicate. So which oral... READ MORE
May 21, 2016
"My dentist told me I grind my teeth" is a common phrase overheard with the subtext "but I don't think I do". So why are you wearing night guards? If you know that you are a tooth grinder, and you have been tested and are free of sleep apnea, by all means wear your night guard. ... READ MORE
May 14, 2016
We're taking extra precautions to keep our patients and employees safe.
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