Our Calgary Dentist Weighs In On Dental Tourism
Now that summer is quickly approaching and hopefully Covid numbers will continue to decline, many of us are dreaming about taking a long awaited and deserved vacation abroad. But have you ever thought about taking a medical or dentistry tourism vacation? Dr. Dirk Thompson, our Calgary dentist, provides some thoughts for consideration before you book […]
Why Our Calgary Dentist Encourages You To Get Out And Walk
These days, we all are aware that there are a multitude of both physical and mental health benefits from incorporating exercise into your daily routine. Some of the latest research in this area has indicated that even moderate amounts and levels of exercise can have significant benefits to our health. For most of us, this […]
Types of Dental X-Rays At Our Calgary Dentist Office
An important part of your annual dental hygiene cleaning and check-up with our Calgary dentist is assessing whether you require any dental x-rays of your teeth and jaw. Although x-rays may not be necessary at every check-up and cleaning appointment, at your dental appointment our Calgary dentist will assess whether x-rays are recommended based upon […]
How Often Do I Need A Dental Examination By My Calgary Dentist?
Our Calgary dentist, Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S., recommends that you attend for a dental examination at least annually. At our Calgary dentist office, for your convenience, it is recommended that your annual dental examination be completed at the time of your dental hygiene cleaning appointment. Periodically, patients query whether they really need an annual dental […]
The Importance of an Annual Dental Examination by Your Calgary Dentist
You have probably heard many times from your Calgary dentist that you should have a dental check up and cleaning at least once per year. Although our Calgary dentist, Dr. Dirk Thompson, also recommends that patients have an annual dental examination, sometimes patients express some hesitancy about getting an annual dental examination because they think […]
What To Expect After Sedation Dentistry At Our Calgary Dentist Office
For some patients, just the thought of a visit to a Calgary dentist office can cause fear and anxiety. Although our Calgary dentist always strives to make our patients as comfortable and relaxed as possible, in circumstances where fear and anxiety may be preventing a patient from obtaining the dentistry they require or desire, sedation […]
Our Calgary Dentist’s Recommendations To Make Flossing A Habit
In our Calgary dentist’s last blog post, Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S., explained the importance of flossing your teeth every day, in addition to brushing your teeth at least twice per day. According to our Calgary dentist, flossing your teeth is important because dental floss cleans between your teeth, where your toothbrush cannot adequately reach. In […]
Our Calgary Dentist Talks Floss
Everyone loves a healthy and beautiful smile, but let’s face it, keeping your smile healthy and beautiful takes some effort. This means seeing your Calgary dentist at least annually for a dental check-up and dental hygiene cleaning and maintaining a consistent oral healthcare routine. But what should your at-home oral healthcare routine consist of and […]
If I Don’t Have Any Tooth Pain, Do I Still See My Calgary Dentist?
The answer to this question is a resounding yes! Although you may think that your smile looks great and and feels healthy, regular visits to your Calgary dentist can help detect very small issues that you cannot detect on your own. This is particularly important because, when it comes to your oral health, often you […]
Our Calgary Dentist Dispels Some Common Myths About Your Dental Health
In today’s world, there is a plethora of information on just about any question you could ever imagine literally at our fingertips. When it comes to searching for advice and tips about our health, including our dental health, many of us are guilty of turning to Dr. Google to diagnose an ache or pain. Although […]
