Our Calgary Dentist Explains What To Expect After a Tooth Extraction.
For many people, the thought of having to have a tooth extracted by your Calgary dentist can cause significant anxiety. Although our Calgary dentist’s recommendation is to always keep a tooth rather than extract it if at all possible, there are circumstances where extraction of a tooth is the best and/or only solution. If an […]
Tips From Our Calgary Dentist To Relieve and Prevent Mouth Ulcers.
At some point in our lives, most of us will have experienced an ulcer in our mouths. These ulcers, sometimes known as canker sores, can be annoying, unsightly and worst of all, painful. They can appear almost anywhere on the soft tissue in your mouth including on your gums, on the inside of your cheeks, […]
COVID-19 and Your Calgary Dentist Appointment.
There is no doubt that the COVID-19 outbreak has changed all of our lives, including our daily routines. As we all continue to deal with COVID-19 and its social and business restrictions, our Calgary Dentist wants to assure you that our office continues to do its part to help bend the curve and strictly adhere […]
Let Our Calgary Dentist Get Your Smile Ready For Your Big Day!
Spring is upon us and it’s that time of year when many brides and grooms are busy making and finalizing their plans for the big day – their wedding! Although during these times of Covid-19 our celebrations may look a little different and be a little more intimate in size, there’s no doubt that brides […]
6 Tips For Seniors From Our Calgary Dentist To Keep Your Smile Healthy and Happy For A Lifetime.
As we age and approach our senior years, changes to our health and in bodies begin to become evident. For those in the age group over 60, these changes can be either small or they can be significant. Although our oral health most definitely can be affected by age, according to Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S., […]
Our Calgary Dentist Answers: Is It Normal For My Gums to Bleed After Brushing or Flossing?
By Advance Your Health Dental | Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S. | Calgary Dentist Have you ever noticed that your gums bleed when you brush or floss your teeth? If you have noticed any bleeding after brushing or flossing your teeth, our Calgary dentist advises that, even if there is just a small amount of blood, […]
Our Calgary Dentist Shares Some Fun Facts About Teeth.
By Advance Your Health Dental | Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S. | Calgary Dentist It’s no secret that our Calgary dentist, Dr. Dirk Thompson, loves everything about dentistry and teeth and could talk for hours about his passion for dentistry. But did you know that, in addition to the more serious dentistry topics such as brushing, […]
Are All Carbonated Beverages Bad For My Teeth? Our Calgary Dentist Pours Out The Facts.
By Advance Your Health Dental | Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S. | Calgary Dentist There’s something so refreshing about having a cold, icy glass of your favourite beverage on a hot summer day (yes, summer will be here again!). But what if your favourite beverage is carbonated? Is the carbonation causing damage to your pearly whites? […]
Sedation Dentistry. Our Calgary Dentist Answers Your Questions.
By Advance Your Health Dental | Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S. | Calgary Dentist It is not unusual for patients to express some level of anxiety at the thought of having to see their Calgary dentist for a dental appointment. Fortunately, there are several options available to address this dental anxiety in most patients. One of […]
Get Your Smile Photo Ready By Our Calgary Dentist.
By Advance Your Health Dental | Dr. Dirk Thompson, D.D.S. | Calgary Dentist Congratulations graduates! It’s that time of year again when students from high schools, universities, colleges and other secondary institutions are starting to prepare for the big day – graduation. You’ve worked hard for this major milestone in your life and you’ll want to […]
