If you grind or clench your teeth, wearing a dental splint while you sleep can protect your teeth and improve your overall health. Dental splints protect your teeth and prevent damage to enamel and existing restorations, which long term, will save you money. Dental splints can also prevent headaches as well as other aches and […]
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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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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
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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
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Take the test from the DR OZ show http://www.doctoroz.com/quiz/how-clean-your-mouth Dr oz is doing a wonderful job understanding the importance in your oral health follow the link and answer a couple of questions you may be surprised with what you learn. disclaimer: please note that this information was taken off the doctor oz show. This quiz
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Dr Oz sees the connection now is the time for you to see it. Our mouth is the opening into the rest of our body and it is important that you understand when we are asking you about your “medical history” we are doing this to understand your body. “Research shows that individuals who have moderate
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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 »
I guess you could say a life of good dental hygiene starts at home. More specifically it starts with young children at home. That means parents, listen up. You have the power to provide your child with the tools and habits that can lead to a cavity free life. That’s right…no cavities. Kids love “cavity-free dental check
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