OFFICE HOURS
Mon.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Tues.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Wed.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Thurs.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Fri.: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
1 Sat. per month:
8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
OUR LOCATION
1090 West Georgia
Suite 570
Vancouver, BC V6E 3V7
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Summer 2009 (back to Table of Contents)
Allergic to the Dental Office?
As much as some patients may like to joke that they are "allergic" to dental appointments, the truth is there are people who may have actual allergies to some common materials used at a dental office.
FAQs About Dental Implants
Q: Am I a candidate for dental implants?
Help For The Unbleachables
Teeth whitening ads are everywhere, advocating the many advantages of having a whiter, brighter, more youthful smile. But what if your teeth don't respond to regular whitening programs what are your options?
Job Hunting? Let Your Smile Open Up the Doors!
Today's economic conditions have resulted in a rising number of workers looking for new employment. This means more job applicants are applying to the few companies that are hiring, and those applicants need to find a way to make themselves stand out from the competition. Why not start with a healthy, confident smile?
The Good, The Bad, And the Unlikely
Almost everything you consume affects your teeth or mouth in one way or another. Here are a few of the more common foods and vitamins you should pay special attention to.
The Last Straw
In many cases tooth decay initiates, not because of what type of food you put in your mouth, but because of the length of time a food or beverage is in contact with your teeth. After having a meal, snack or drink, the bacteria in plaque release acids that attack the enamel surfaces of your teeth.
Tooth Trouble in Today's Teens
Today's teenagers are busier than ever before, with school, part-time jobs and a plethora of extra-curricular activities competing for their time. Marketers, aware of timestressed lifestyles stemming from these busy schedules, have created a number of products promoted to fill dietary requirements, in the form of energy drinks and "nutrition" bars. Unfortunately, these products not only don't fill all of a growing teen's nutritional needs, they can also be harmful to their teeth and overall health.
We Welcome New Patients!
The best compliment we can receive from our patients is the referral of your friends, colleagues and family members. In fact, referrals and wordof- mouth recommendations are our number one source for new patients, so if you know someone who's looking for a new dentist, we would very much appreciate your passing our information on to them.
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Bring Bruxism to a Grinding Halt
According to the American Academy of General Dentistry, as many as one in three people suffer from bruxism - the condition used to describe unconscious grinding and clenching, usually when asleep. Many people don't even know that they grind their teeth, although they are painfully aware of otherwise unexplained headaches, chronic facial pain, increased sensitivity in their teeth or constantly waking up with a sore jaw. In some cases patients even experience earaches because of severe muscle contractions.
Bring Your Snazzy Back with Porcelain Veneers!
One of the more commonly discussed procedures in cosmetic dentistry is the application of dental veneers. Most people recognize that the seemingly "perfect" smiles of many celebrities have been enhanced by veneers, but they may not recognize how veneers may improve a whole host of common tooth imperfections on just about anyone.
Cosmetic Dentistry: Necessary or Narcissistic?
People sometimes shy away from the term "cosmetic dentistry" because they worry it may sound vain. The truth is, while some cosmetic dentistry simply covers aesthetic enhancements, much of it covers practical dental necessities too.
Dry Mouth: A Problem that's Hard to Swallow
We've all experienced dry mouth at one time or another, especially when we've been nervous, upset or under stress. However, if dry mouth is a constant condition for you, it's time to talk about it.
Just Checking Up On You...
Unlike many other medical situations, where you only make an appointment when you have to address a painful or specific condition, going to the dentist on a regular basis should be a preventive habit rather than a reactive need. Preventive dentistry is always less invasive, more comfortable and more cost-effective than fixing an existing dental problem that has been ignored. With this in mind, what exactly do dentists look for when you come in for a dental checkup?
Smiles Are Contagious!
There's an interesting theory that people can make themselves and others feel happier by consciously forcing a smile. While it may not be a scientifically proven idea, the "science of smiling" does provide food for thought. After all, who can deny that a friendly smile cast in their direction lightens their mood, and makes them want to smile too?
Smiles Are Contagious!
There's an interesting theory that people can make themselves and others feel happier by consciously forcing a smile. While it may not be a scientifically proven idea, the "science of smiling" does provide food for thought. After all, who can deny that a friendly smile cast in their direction lightens their mood, and makes them want to smile too?
The ABCs (and Ds!) of Gum Disease
Gum disease, or periodontitis, is the most common disease in North America. There are many contributing factors to it, including the following:
The Importance of Addressing an Abscess
There are times when a toothache isn't just a toothache: it can sometimes be a serious infection with life-threatening implications. It's important to know the difference between a standard toothache and a more serious tooth abscess.
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A Perfectly Healthy Smile!
While achieving a healthy smile is our number one priority for our patients, we recognize that the emphasis on having a "perfect"-looking smile is also a highly desired goal for many men and women today.
Defining the "Perfect" Smile
Interested in improving your smile, but not sure what you need? According to some standards, the perfect masculine smile has square teeth, with the edges of the top teeth following a straight line, while a feminine smile involves more rounded teeth, with the edges of the top teeth following the lower lip line, creating more curvature.
Oral Cancer: The Importance of Early Diagnosis
According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, mouth and throat cancers are the sixth most common cancers identified in U.S. males, and the fourth most common in African American men. Thirty-thousand people in the U.S. are diagnosed with mouth and throat cancer each year, and 8,000 die of these cancers. That's almost one per hour, every day of the year. Similarly, the Canadian Cancer Society estimates that 3,200 new cases of oral cancer were diagnosed in Canada in 2007, with an estimated 1,100 patients succumbing to the disease.
Out of Mouth, Out of Mind
Missing a back tooth? Most people don't consider it as important as missing a front tooth. You should be aware, however, that even if a gap in the back isn't visible in your up-front smile, there are very good reasons why you still need to replace any missing back teeth, the sooner, the better.
Picture Perfect!
It may only be fall now, but the holiday season - and all the photo opportunities that come with it - will soon be here. Is your smile "photo ready"?
Red Alert!
If your gums bleed when you brush, or if you notice traces of blood on your toothbrush or in the sink after you rinse your mouth, it may be a warning sign of gum disease.
The Last Word on Dental Insurance Benefits
Have you hit your maximum yearly allowance for your dental insurance benefits? Dental benefits are usually calculated over a calendar or fiscal year, meaning that if you don't use your benefits before your year-end, you'll lose them.
The White Smile Diet
According to an American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) poll, the most unattractive thing about a smile is discolored teeth. In order to combat this, the AACD has issued a list of natural ways you can supplement your regular at-home and professional dental cleanings, to help remove staining bacteria from your teeth:
Wise Advice on Wisdom Teeth
Still have your wisdom teeth? Even if they're not bothering you, it may not be the wisest decision to keep them.