Coaldale Dental Blog

Dear Valued Patients, As the world continues to monitor the constantly changing COVID-19 situation, we have returned to work. We are open to our patients and welcome all new patients. We are working under strict guidelines from the Alberta Dental Association and College. We will maintain the highest standards of infection prevention control to keep…

The internet spreads rumour and myth faster than fact. All those ‘quick fixes’ and ‘surprising dental secrets’ can end up taking their toll on your dental health.

To help you steer clear of these misconceptions, we’re covering the main myths we see come up again and again.

The root canal has quite the reputation as a painful, unpleasant procedure. And, without modern dentistry tools and anaesthetics, they would be very unpleasant. However, most of our patients are actually quite surprised at how easy they are. And, because root canals put an end to tooth pain that can swell into blinding headaches, every…

For decades, fluoride has been the reigning monarch of oral care. However, there’s a new challenger for the crown. Hydroxyapatite is the new kid in town and naturally many people want to know is it as effective? And should you switch to Hydroxyapatite toothpaste?

One day you have this zinging pain every time you eat or drink, and the next you’re getting out of the dentist’s chair and everything is better! If it weren’t for the needles and drills, it would almost seem magical – especially with the orange safety glasses and the blue curing light. Of course, it’s…

For those who need it, a root canal is a huge relief from the symptoms of having a dead nerve in your tooth.

Innovative research, combined with the unique knowledge and extensive skills of dentists, has recently opened the door for dentists to explore new, dental treatments using botox and offer more traditional botox treatments.

For good oral health, everyone needs a good dental health routine – and, yes, that means both brushing and flossing. But, does it mean using mouthwash as well? The answer to this question is not as straightforward as whether you need to brush or floss. So, let’s dive in and tease out the details to help…

Many of us are all too familiar with dental cavities — the slight twinges of pain throughout the day, the mild annoyance you get when your dentist mentions you have a cavity growing and you should get it fixed sooner than later 😜 But perhaps you’re less familiar with the actual causes of dental cavities.…

Want to make your mouth feel like royalty again? A dental crown is a great option to give you back your royal smile and restore the feel and function of your natural teeth while safeguarding your oral health for many years down the road. Let’s take a look at the benefits of this procedure, so…