Managing your family’s budget while keeping everyone’s smile healthy can be a balancing act. At Hometown Dental, the team understands this challenge. You may have heard about the federal program designed to help with dental costs, the Canadian Dental Care Plan. The Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) is a government program that offers some dental […]
The most effective way to reduce the likelihood that you’ll need a root canal is a combination of consistent daily habits, protecting your teeth from injury, and attending regular dental check-ups. […]
You can typically return to eating your regular diet within 24 to 48 hours after teeth whitening. However, there are certain foods or drinks that you may want to avoid to help preserve your results. […]
Dental procedures can be uncomfortable experiences for some people, but they’re essential for your dental health. Something like a tooth extraction can prevent infection from spreading and remove decaying teeth. After undergoing a dental procedure such as this, your dentist may advise you to use gauze to control bleeding and promote healing. Gauze is a […]
Good oral hygiene isn’t difficult to accomplish, but it can sometimes be hard to stick to good habits when life gets busy. Unfortunately, even when adhering to a dentist-recommended schedule for teeth exams and cleanings, sometimes tooth decay can get away from us. And if left unchecked, this tooth decay can begin causing problems in […]
Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is essential for both dental health and overall health, yet many people delay or put off seeing the dentist due to anxiety. While dental anxiety is widespread and nothing to be ashamed of, it can be overcome through different techniques like bringing a friend, taking anxiety medication, practicing meditation, or […]
Dental cleaning and exams may take up valuable time in a day, but they’re critical for good oral health for years to come. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer for how long a dental cleaning takes because there are so many variables, but the average cleaning takes between 30 and 60 minutes. One thing to remember […]
For many people, dental anxiety can turn what should be routine oral care into a source of distress. While one option people turn to is sedation dentistry, the Solea dental laser can be a unique way to reduce your family’s discomfort during a procedure. In some cases, you may not even need an anesthetic. The […]
Cavities are no fun, and they can lead to serious problems with your teeth and gums if you aren’t careful. While a dentist can treat a cavity, cavities can often be easier to prevent than to treat. If you’ve ever noticed a toothache or seen a discoloured spot on your teeth, you might have wondered: […]
AT HOMETOWN DENTAL IN OKOTOKS, WE OFFER DENTAL FILLINGS AND RESTORATIONS Tooth decay or cavities are most commonly treated with direct restorations which are commonly referred to as fillings. Tooth decay is the result of oral bacteria in plaque converting sugar from our diets to acid. Plaque is constantly forming and is very sticky to […]
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