Is It Safe To Visit My Dentist During Covid19? Yes! At Braeside Dental, we have gone above and beyond the protocols required by Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) to maintain the very highest level of protection for patients. When approaching every decision at Braeside Dental, our team asks themselves whether or not we, or our […]
Braeside Dental Is Now Open Again for Appointments and Bookings
To the patients of Braeside Dental Centre, We sincerely hope that this email finds you and your loved ones healthy and safe. We would like to extend a special thank you to all of our patients for your kindness, trust, understanding, and support during these unprecedented times. It means the world to us. As of […]
Fluoride: The Pros & Cons.
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 […]
Calgary Dentist Open During Covid19
Dear Valued Patients, I hope and trust that you and your loved ones are healthy and safe during this difficult time. Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, changes are being made at Braeside Dental Centre to contain the spread of the virus. We would like to keep you, as our patients, informed and knowledgeable. On Tuesday, […]
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. […]
Selecting Sensitive Toothpaste
Dentinal hypersensitivity (or what is most commonly known as tooth sensitivity) effects many people on a daily basis. Having pain every time you eat, drink, breathe in cold air, or brush your teeth, can be debilitating and change quality of life for some individuals. Sensitivity can be the result of enamel wear, erosion, and/or receding […]
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost?
In a conversation regarding the replacement of single or multiple missing teeth, I hear this question quite often. Dental implants can be a very effective way of replacing teeth for both functional and aesthetic purposes. At this time, dental implants are the closest thing we have to provide to our patients with when replacing a […]
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 […]
How To Select a Toothbrush
How to Select a Toothbrush and How to Brush Your Teeth Properly Yes, you heard right! Not all toothbrushes are created equally. Picking the appropriate toothbrush for your personal oral health needs can become confusing. Although the type or brand of toothbrush that you choose is not nearly as important as HOW you brush your […]