Our Calgary Dentist Answers Whether It’s Safe to Fly After a Tooth Extraction
There’s no doubt that this has been a very difficult year for everyone in many ways. With vaccination campaigns well under way, we all have hope that normalcy is on the horizon and we can get back to some of the things that we love and miss, like travelling! One of the questions that our […]
5 Amazing Facts From Our Calgary Dentist About Your Teeth
Your pearly whites not only give you a beautiful smile, but they also play a pivotal role in an essential element in all of our lives – eating! Have you ever wondered how our teeth can work so hard multiple times every day and still stay healthy and strong? Below our Calgary dentist describes five […]
Is Tooth Sensitivity Treatable by My Calgary Dentist?
The weather is getting warmer and that means all things summer will soon be here, including our Calgary dentist’s favourite treat, ice cream! If ice cream is one of your favourite treats but you wince in pain every time you indulge, you may have dentin hypersensitivity or, simply, sensitive teeth. The good news is you […]
Should You DIY Your Own Teeth Whitening? Our Calgary Dentist Answers Your Questions.
These days, it’s easy to find a myriad of advice and instructions posted on the internet in blogs and other social media platforms for all sorts of DIY projects ranging from painting, construction and car repair to even haircuts and other beauty remedies. However, according to Dr. Dirk Thompson, our Calgary dentist, when it comes […]
Celebrating 25 Years of Dentistry By Our Calgary Dentist, Dr. Dirk Thompson.
This is milestone! It’s hard to believe but 2020 marked Dr. Dirk Thompson’s, our Calgary dentist, 25th anniversary of graduating from the University of Alberta’s dental school and membership with the Alberta Dental Association & College. In May of this year, our Calgary dentist will be celebrating his 26th year of practicing dentistry. It truly […]
Our Calgary Dentist Explains Why You Can Have Too Much Of A Good Thing.
Do you notice your toothbrush’s bristles becoming frayed quickly? Have you noticed that your gums bleed after brushing your teeth? Has your Calgary dentist told you that your gums are receding? Are you experiencing tooth sensitivity? According to our Calgary dentist, it may surprise you to know that all of these symptoms may be due […]
Our Calgary Dentist Gets to the Root of Root Canals.
In the last few years, you may have read a publication or seen a social media post that comments on the safety and efficacy of a very common dental procedure, root canal therapy. Some of these publications have questioned whether root canals are safe and/or whether they should even be recommended to patients by their […]
How To Prepare For Your Sedation Dentistry Appointment With Our Calgary Dentist.
For some patients, even the mention of a dental appointment with their Calgary dentist can cause fear, anxiety and hesitation about obtaining required or desired dental treatment. Fortunately, for most patients, sedation dentistry is an option that can help to alleviate this fear and anxiety. Because sedation dentistry, both IV sedation and oral sedation, involves […]
Our Calgary Dentist Explains Tonsil Stones.
You’ve heard of kidney stones, but have you ever heard of tonsil stones? If you have not, you’re not alone. According to our Calgary dentist, many patients are not even aware that they have tonsil stones, particularly if they are not causing any symptoms. Although tonsil stones do not usually pose any health risks, in […]
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Check Your Mouth and Make Your Appointment With Our Calgary Dentist Today!
Every April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. Oral cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the cells of your mouth. It can occur anywhere in your mouth, including on your lips, cheeks, tongue, gums, tonsils, or throat. During this month and every month, our Calgary dentist wants to encourage everyone to pay attention […]
