Wires or Aligners – Pros & Cons
If anyone has ever disclosed to you that they’re wearing clear aligners to correct the alignment of their teeth, it might be hard to understand why anyone would choose any other method of straightening their teeth! The reality is, however, that there are many differences in the required lifestyle, maintenance and the capacity of each […]
Understanding Teeth Whitening
Human beings are as diverse as fish in the sea, and so it goes that our self image and the degree to which we prioritize appearance varies widely across communities and cultures. While some may consider great skin to be of utmost concern, others may prioritize body shape, clothing or fashion style, or hairstyle. While […]
What to do for an Orthodontic Emergency?
Orthodontic Emergencies – What to Do If you have committed to a course of orthodontic therapy to resolve problems with teeth and jaw alignment, your dental practitioner has walked you through the process, what to expect and how to care for your new braces. Since not every mouth is the same, you may have attachments […]
What is a Dental Emergency?
Emergency Dentistry Every good hockey-loving Canadian knows that knocked-out teeth often come with the territory of the sport. Despite the use of sports guards and face cages, dental emergencies can sneak up on us in ways that we hadn’t imagined. But what is a dental emergency, really? And when do we need to see a […]
Oral Health & Hygiene Tips
Dentist Approved Oral Health and Hygiene Tips A walk through the supermarket toothbrush aisle indicates how much Edmontonians care about their teeth! The variety of toothpaste alone can be a dizzying sight! Toothpaste for whitening, toothpaste for extra tartar protection, and toothpaste with and without fluoride – with so many companies vying for your consumer […]
All About Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic Procedures We often think of our mouths as being fairly similar from person to person with the prime differentiator being how well we care for the teeth we have. This oversimplification is justified since most of us don’t spend our day staring into the mouths of dental patients and tending to their concerns. To […]
Braces – Not Just For Kids!
Dental Braces – Not Just for Children! The use of metal braces as orthodontic interventions has become common in modern times, with new technologies and evolving practices assisting us in achieving a straighter and more functional bite. Metal braces have become commonplace, but did you know that humans have been attempting to align teeth since […]