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In my last article, I explained what a dental 'Crown' is, why they are placed, and the different types of crowns available. In summary, a crown is a 'cover' that holds a weak tooth together and keeps it from breaking. ... Read More
I'm writing this article after attending a weekend seminar in Seattle, Washington on Neuromuscular Dentistry. "Neuromuscularwhat?" I can just hear you saying to yourselves, "I've never heard of it." It only reflects the old truism, 'You don't know what you don't know!' Which brings me to my question, "Are you one of them?" ... Read More
"I just can't believe I got it all done in one day!" That was a compliment made by one of our recent oral sedation patients at her after-surgery check up. "And the best thing is, I don't even remember it being done!" ... Read More
Out with the OLD: In with the NEW!
My wife and I recently indulged in a little nostalgia. In 1969 I was a 'Young Voyageur' exchange student. Along with 23 other students I took the train across Canada to Antigonish, Nova Scotia. I was 16 years old and it was my first solo trip away from home. ... Read More
I was recently listening to a lecture on the 'Secret' to achieving your life goals. It is one of the unspoken laws of nature that you get that you think about. That is a sobering thought isn't it? ... Read More
Award Winning Dentist to Join Practice.
One of the most established dental practices in Kelowna, Dr. Robert C. Wageman and team, is pleased to announce it’s recruitment of Dr. Kimberly Eek to it’s family of dental experts. ... Read More
Wouldn’t Dentistry be easy if you didn’t have to deal with the ‘N’ word? I’ll be alright, Doc. Just don’t show it to me! says the burly six foot logger. I’ve even had fearless RCMP officers, who could stare down a grizzly bear, melt into a puddle of sweat at the thought of the ‘N’ word. ...Read More
How great are your teeth feeling?
Think about it. When things are bad, we know we need to change. Pain looks for relief. Survival forces us to look for solutions. But when things are good, why strive for better? I think we all know this truism, but it’s sometimes difficult to move from our comfort zones into action. I see this all the time in dentistry, “If it ain’t hurting, Doc, why do you want to fix it?” ... Read More
There are certain occasions in life when one really wants to look their best. It might be your high school graduation or that very special first date with your “dream boat”. Or how about your first day on a job or even that dreaded job interview. Isn’t it important to look your best to make that good first impression? ... Read More
About 15 years ago I was training for the Kelowna Apple Triathlon. (I was turning 40 and needed a goal to get me through that emotional barrier.) Anyway, after swimming my laps at Athens Pool, I slipped into the hot tub to warm up and was soon joined by two pretty young women. ... Read More
Are silver fillings bad for you?
Are amalgam fillings, or ‘mercury fillings’ as their opponents call them, safe to have in your mouth? Do they cause health problems and should they be banned? I suppose the answer to those questions lies in whom you feel you can trust. If you put your trust in the Internet or various anti amalgam groups, you’ll definitely want amalgam banned forever. And you might even find out that Elvis is alive in Ethiopia, and that garlic will make hair grow on your fingernails. The Internet is not always a reliable source for truth. Anyone can say anything and claim to be a credible source. ... Read More
I’m not sure where your mind went with my title about implants, but no, as a dentist, I’m not talking about your chest! I’m referring to dental implants, a break through that has revolutionized smile makeovers. Literally, millions of implants are placed yearly in North America, with a predictably high success rate. ...Read More
Probably the most significant improvement the profession of dentistry has made, from the public’s point of view, is the manner in which it is performed. I’m talking fear factor, folks. You really don’t have to be afraid any more. (Even if it felt like a full body massage, I know some of you would still be afraid.) ...Read More