Insights for a Healthier Smile
Expert tips, guides, and news from the North Star Dentistry team to help you take charge of your oral health.
Stop Mouth Breathing: Early Interceptive Orthodontics
Dr. Mays Al-Saffar shares why how your child breathes and how their jaws grow today will shape their face, smile, and health for life — and why ages 6–10 are the critical window.
Teeth Whitening Guide
An honest, friendly guide from Dr. Mays Al-Saffar covering in-office Zoom!, at-home kits, natural remedies, and what to expect — so you can choose the option that fits your smile.
Why You Have Bad Breath—And What You Can Actually Do About It
Bad breath is rarely caused by just one thing. Dr. Mays Al-Saffar breaks down the real culprits — from dry mouth and diet to hidden dental and health issues — and how to fix it for good.
Nighttime Teeth Grinding Demystified
Sore jaw, headaches, sensitive teeth? Dr. Mays Al-Saffar breaks down nocturnal bruxism — the real causes, the damage it does, and how she diagnoses and treats it at North Star Dentistry.
Invisalign vs Braces (In-depth)
Invisalign or braces? Dr. Mays Al-Saffar compares appearance, comfort, treatment time, cost, case complexity, and lifestyle fit — so you can confidently choose the path to your straighter smile.
Sleep Apnea & Snoring Treatment in Mississauga and Etobicoke
North Star Dentistry offers comprehensive sleep apnea and snoring treatment using advanced diagnostics and custom oral appliances. Dr. Mays Al-Saffar diagnoses mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea with Ministry of Health-approved Home Sleep Tests and tailors treatments for CPAP-intolerant patients.