Pregnancy and Your Oral Health Discussed By Our Calgary Dentist.
Congratulations! Pregnancy is an exciting and busy time in your life. It’s also a very important time to make sure all aspects of your health are cared for, and your oral health should definitely not be overlooked! In fact, your oral health is particularly important because it not only affects you, but could also potentially […]
Simple Ways to Maintain Your Oral Health.
Happy New Year Everyone! We hope that this new year brings you many happy, healthy smiles. As we start this new year with much hope and anticipation for a healthier new year, we encourage everyone to not neglect their oral health. As our Calgary dentist and hygienists emphasize to our patients, our oral health is […]
Calgary Dental Office Holiday Break.
We hope everyone has had a chance to sneak in some relaxation during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. To give our hard-working and dedicated staff some time for some relaxation, the office of our Calgary dentist, Dr. Dirk A. Thompson at Advance Your Health Dental, will be closed for a holiday break […]
What You Need To Know About Wisdom Teeth.
Wisdom teeth are the third molars at the back of the mouth. They usually appear in teenagers and young adults between the ages of 17 and 25. Although in some people wisdom teeth emerge without any difficulty and naturally line up with the adjacent teeth, in some patients, there is insufficient room for wisdom teeth […]
Is Charcoal Toothpaste Safe?
There are many different types of toothpastes appearing on drugstore and grocery shelves and it seems that there are always new toothpastes being marketed. One of the latest is charcoal infused toothpastes. Often these toothpastes are marketed as containing teeth whitening agents and claim to remove staining from teeth and even whiten teeth. These charcoal […]
Is Spice Not So Nice (for your teeth)?
Many of us LOVE our spicy food, including our very own Calgary dentist, Dr. Dirk Thompson. But have you ever thought about what spicy food could be doing to your teeth? If you suffer from stained teeth, sensitive teeth or acid reflux, you may wish to consider how spicy foods may be affecting your pearly […]
Is Stress Affecting Your Oral Health?
COVID-19 is on the forefront of everyone’s minds these days. Have you ever wondered, however, how COVID-19 may be affecting your oral health? One of the biggest correlations many dentists are seeing which may be the result of the extra stress some of their dental patients are feeling during these challenging times is what some […]
When Should I Take My Child To Their First Calgary Dentist Appointment?
When Should I Take My Child For Their First Calgary Dentist Appointment? Many patients wonder when they should bring their children in for their first dental visit with their Calgary dentist. Some parents and caregivers are under the erroneous belief that, because baby teeth fall out, it is not necessary for their child to see […]
The Importance of an Annual Dental Check-up by our Calgary Dentist
A dental examination at our Calgary dentist office involves so much more than just checking for cavities. At your annual dental examination, our Calgary dentist will conduct a thorough examination of your oral health, both inside and outside your mouth, to both monitor your oral health and diagnosis any new areas of concern. In addition […]
