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July 26, 2017

Teeth Whitening? Everything You Need to Know

Teeth whitening can be a very effective way of lightening the natural colour of your teeth without removing any of the tooth surface. It cannot make […]

July 18, 2017

Tips on Finding the Best Dentist

Take your time choosing a dentist; don’t wait for an emergency! There are several things to consider when looking for a dentist. 1. Location and office […]

June 24, 2017

6 Fruits And Vegetables That Cause Stomach Bloating And Smelly Gas

Most of us will try to load up on fruits and vegetables while trying to be healthy. These colorful foods have tremendous benefits to our bodies, […]

June 20, 2017

Dentists in Alberta Suspended from Providing Anesthesia

The Alberta Dental Association and College (ADA&C) has permanently suspended single operator sedation. Is this a trend that could spread throughout Canada? The motion was passed […]

May 29, 2017

Tooth Hurts After Cavity Removed

Question: I went to see my dentist and he said I had a cavity which needed to be fixed. It was fixed and now my tooth […]

May 29, 2017

How Long Does a Filling, Crown, or Bridge Last?

Question: How long does a filling, crown, or bridge last? Answer: Statistically they are expected to last 6-8 years. Insurance companies cover the cost of white […]

May 29, 2017

My dentist placed a filling but said food will be trapped between the teeth

Questions: My dentist placed a filling but said food will be trapped between the teeth and recommends a crown or onlay/inlay. Why won’t a filling work? Answer: Sometimes […]

January 29, 2017

How can I tell if I am brushing and flossing properly?

For brushing, just brush your teeth gently and pay special attention to the areas where your teeth and gums meet.

January 17, 2017

New Alzheimer’s Drug Claims to Regrow Teeth

The research was performed at King’s College London and was published this month in Scientific Reports, explaining how the new drug can stimulate stem cell growth in tooth pulp. The process generates new dentine, the mineral that surrounds and protects the tooth, which would essentially eliminate the need for fillings or cement.

Something that has been in the news as of late is the claim that a new drug used to treat patients with Alzheimer’s has been found to have the fortunate side effect of triggering dental regrowth. Tideglusib has been on the market for a few years due to its effectiveness in treating the horrible degenerative disease, but now further research has shown its effectiveness in patients with dental trauma or infection. This is huge news in the dental world because this breakthrough can one day lead to the complete elimination of dental fillings.

December 7, 2016

Do I really need an x-ray during each visit?

Normally, a healthy adult who has not received a cavity in many years will probably not need an x-ray at every visit to the dentist. However, if your dental health is a little less stable and your dentist is monitoring your progress, you might require more frequent x-rays.