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In today's world, it is a great advantage to have a beaming smile. It has been proven that people with white smiles are very confident and tend to be more successful in life. Thankfully, cosmetic dentistry offers many procedures to improve your appearance. These range from complex methods such as covering the flaws of your teeth with porcelain veneers, to more simple ones like brightening your smile with teeth whitening in Edmonton. The latter has become very popular in the...

When discussing oral health, not everything revolves around teeth themselves. Periodontics is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on the supporting structures surrounding your teeth, particularly your gums and jawbone. One of the many issues that can affect your gums is gum recession. This is a condition in which your gums start to recede and more of the tooth's surface and in some cases, the tooth's root is exposed. This serious condition requires prompt attention from a dental professional...

One of the most important goals of the Canadian Dental Association is to raise awareness about the importance of oral health, especially in children. This makes pediatric dentistry, the specialized branch of dentistry focused on children's oral health, an essential part of the prevention and treatment of any type of dental problem during childhood. If your child is older than one year, then you should look for a pediatric dentist in Edmonton. It's recommended for children to regularly visit the...

Dentistry, like all medical sciences, is continually evolving with new techniques and technologies. All the advances in technology have affected many different dental procedures and devices by making them more sophisticated and effective. An example of this evolution is the invention of root canal treatment, which nowadays preserves teeth that would have been extracted in earlier dental practice. Another significant example is how Invisalign clear aligners now offer a more effective way to straighten teeth than traditional metal braces while...

Understanding the Dental Veneer Process and Temporary Veneers in EdmontonGetting dental veneers is a big decision for your oral health. It means that you're committed to having that perfect smile you've always dreamed of. Unlike what many people think, dental veneers are not a simple cosmetic dental procedure that can be performed by any dentist. So, when looking for where to get dental veneers in Edmonton, you should go to a trusted dental office. After all, veneers are a pretty...

Teeth whitening, a cosmetic dental procedure that removes stains and discoloration from tooth enamel, has become a fairly common procedure in the last couple of years. Many people seek all sorts of ways to achieve the "perfect white smile", sometimes even resorting to unsafe procedures. The market is saturated with teeth whitening products and devices, ranging from over-the-counter strips to professional-grade bleaching systems. Everywhere from T.V. to social media, we are exposed to images of people with that ideal white...

You had a long day and you really want to go to bed as soon as possible. It is okay to skip over brushing your teeth right? You did  brush them in the morning, so it's fine. The truth is no, it's not. Daily brushing and flossing, performed twice daily with fluoride toothpaste, will make your dentist praise you for your good habits! We put together a short list with dental habits you should never skip if you want to...

Braces are an effective orthodontic teeth-straightening solution for misaligned teeth and malocclusion disorders. They will help you align your teeth, provide you with a perfect smile and a healthier oral cavity by correcting your bite alignment. Once you leave your dental clinic in Edmonton after completing your braces treatment, you can celebrate your results. However, the orthodontic treatment journey might feel lengthy, especially when it comes to caring for your teeth with braces. Keeping them clean becomes more difficult due...

Having good overall health can impact your oral health directly through systemic connections between body systems. Your cardiovascular health, immune system function, and blood sugar control all influence the condition of your teeth and gums. How Does Overall Health Affect Your Oral Health? Maintaining optimal oral health requires understanding the connection between your mouth and your entire body. Systemic diseases like diabetes can increase your risk of gum disease. Heart disease and oral infections share common inflammatory pathways that can worsen both...

In case the idea of visiting our dentist in Edmonton sparks fear in you, there are different ways we can make everything more comfortable. It does not have to be nerve-wracking. We want to make the experience as pleasant as possible. One possible method that we can use would be sedation dentistry. Sedatives are commonly used for patients who deal with dental anxiety to help them relax during treatment procedures. Key Facts about Sedation Dentistry in Edmonton Half of the people in...