This is a tough topic to tackle in a short blog, but here goes. Calgary stopped adding fluoride to the water supply in May 2011. However, this is still a very controversial decision. One recent study found that fluoride cessation in Calgary has had a negative impact on children’s dental health. Compared to Edmonton (which still […]
Plaque and the Disclosing Solution Technique
Most common dental problems are caused by a mysterious substance called plaque. I call it mysterious because even though we have all heard about it, the truth is that it is very hard to remove. The reason it is so hard to remove is that it is invisible and has evolved to hide in plain sight. […]
Oral Cancer Screening
Cancer is unfortunately a topic that usually comes up at some point in our lives. Whether it be a family member, a friend, ourselves, or a friend of a friend, I think we all have had to deal with cancer in some way or another. Did you know that we offer oral cancer screenings here […]
Zoom Whitening
Spring is fast approaching, travel plans are being made, and wedding and prom season is coming up. Are you looking to brighten your smile? We at Braeside Dental Centre can help you! We are here to help you determine what option is best suited to you and your desired results. One of the possible options for […]
Dental Anxiety and How We Can Help
Many people struggle with anxiety or fear around dentistry. As someone who personally struggles with anxiety, I understand that it’s not something that is easy to overcome. Even coming in to a dental clinic can be difficult for some people. This anxiety can come from past negative experiences or many other factors. Our overall goal […]
Dental Microscope at Braeside Dental Clinic
Dentistry has undergone many advances in the last 50 years. One of the most significant aspects of its advance can be attributed to the use of magnification and additional light sources. When I started practicing nearly 26 years ago, the number of practitioners using magnification loops was small. When I started using magnification loops with […]
Regular Dental Hygiene Therapy
Fall isn’t just for big comfy sweaters and pumpkin spice everything; it is also for dental hygiene appreciation month! So lets talk about why having regular dental hygiene therapy is so important to maintain optimal oral health. Prevention is cheaper in the long run. Having regular hygiene appointments not only keep the […]
Daily Appliance Cleaning
We all know the importance of washing our hands in order to keep viruses and germs at bay. This practice will help to keep our bodies healthy. There is also evidence that brushing and flossing our teeth and gums on a regular basis will keep our mouth healthy. Brushing is important to keep the bacteria that causes […]
Tooth Wear and Erosion
Why is your tooth wearing away? Dental erosion is the irreversible loss of tooth enamel caused by acids in the mouth. It occurs in populations across the globe and affects people of all ages. Dietary habits, conditions such as bulimia, and poor oral care can all lead to tooth erosion. Erosion caused by a […]
Dental Emergencies
With dental emergencies, the best thing to do is to try and avoid them! For the most part, regular check-ups and timely treatment do this for us. However, dental emergencies will occur. We all know that accidents happen, and so do dental emergencies. Either we have had a dental emergency ourselves or know someone […]