I drafted this post some time ago but held back. I didn’t want parents to think I am criticizing them. I understand how many times throughout a child’s life that parenting can be difficult. I don’t want to add to any external pressure, but reading an article yesterday that “the federal government is spending a million dollars to […]
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Thumb sucking habits can leave parents at their wits end. After trying everything at home including nasty tasting coatings painted on the thumb and reward systems, parents are often told that a habit breaking appliance needs to be cemented into their child’s mouth. These dental “habit breakers” are torturous looking. This is suggested because dental
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Do you have food sensitivities or intolerances? celiac disease? nickel allergy? Fortunately at Lifetime Smiles Dental Hygiene Clinic we use far less materials on a daily basis than a dental clinic; there are no acrylic or metal fillings being placed, no monomer temporary restorations being made – thereby reducing exposure to irritants. Just think of the number of people who react to
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Welcome to Lifetime Smiles Dental Hygiene Clinic in Calgary. We would like to introduce you to one of our dental hygienists – Jane Ma. Jane speaks Mandarin and is happy to help patients who have difficulty accessing dental care in Calgary because of the language barrier. She is happy to discuss any dental issue you or
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April is Autism Awareness month, and this week is National Dental Hygienists week, so I decide to blog about both. I dedicate this blog post to my friend Allison and all families who know Autism and Aspergers well. During my time as a dental hygienist I have been exposed to clients of all ages and backgrounds including those with
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We know, we know, we hear it often – you want to “try out” a dental hygiene clinic but you are concerned there will be some consequence with your dentist. We have heard : “I want to book an appointment at Lifetime Smiles Dental Hygiene Clinic for my cleaning, but I like my dentist”
but what will my dentist say? Read More »
There is high administration cost for dental hygiene clinics to directly bill dental insurance companies Dental Hygiene clinics are still a relatively new concept, despite the fact that legislation was changed in Alberta several years ago to allow Registered Dental Hygienists to achieve this. You could say it is still an unknown concept by the
Just bill my dental insurance. Why Not? Read More »
Hygienists in Canada are participating in a wonderful event, help us to share a Gift from your own Heart this Valentine’s Day by spreading the word of what we’re trying to do. It all started with Bev Woods – Ontario Dental Hygienist and founder of the event – who wanted to bring public awareness
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Do you think the cost of a dental cleaning in Calgary is expensive? outrageous? or could you care less about the cost because your health and teeth are worth it? If you think the cost of a dental cleaning is high, then you will find the cost of treating gum disease by a periodontist, or
Put your money where your mouth is… Read More »
Saliva, aka SPIT – is very important. Your may have even been complimented at your dental cleaning appointment by your dental hygienist on your saliva. It usually goes something like this: dental hygienist “wow, you have a lot of saliva” patient (who is now wondering is that good or bad) “what does that mean?” Saliva is very important
test saliva and prevent dental cavities…who knew? Read More »
