Dental crowns and veneers are typically considered cosmetic dentistry but their importance in dental care goes far beyond a striking smile. Crowns or veneers may be recommended by your dentist if you are unhappy with your smile due to misaligned or discolored teeth. However, they can also be a significant part of your oral health treatment. Damaged, cracked or ...
You are ready for it! The jack-o-lanterns are carved, the boxes of candy are stocked in the pantry (you of course haven’t opened them just yet) and the costumes are hanging in the closet.
According to Statistics Canada‘s Special Interest stats, more than $613 million in sales of cookies, confectionery and snacks were sold at large retailers across the nation in ...
Most people are aware of the striking benefits of BOTOX® injections for cosmetic purposes. For those looking to reduce undesired frown lines and crow's feet - or for those not convinced that bunny lines are adorable - it is a safe and effective solution. Many men and women have found it a much more ...
Today, July 20th, 2021 marks the 3 year Anniversary of Orchards Dental under the ownership of Dr. Dennis Anithottam, B.D.S., D.M.D. It has been an exciting journey and we could not have done it without the support of you, our valued patients. ...
It is ok and completely normal to feel overwhelmed when visiting your dentist. Drill sounds, unfamiliar instruments, and different dental procedures can be scary for some patients. Orchards Dental will do everything we can to make your experience at our South Edmonton Dental Clinic as comfortable as possible. When your dentist says you need a “crown” you might not know ...
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Regular dental care does not start and stop at the dentist’s clinic. While visiting Orchards Dental in South Edmonton at least twice a year is important to maintaining healthy teeth, what you do at home also plays a big role in the health of your teeth. While brushing and flossing are a big part of maintaining healthy teeth, their other ...
Choosing the right dentist that suits your needs is an important choice. At Orchards Dental our clinic is designed by putting our patients first. We want to make each visit to our South Edmonton dental office an enjoyable experience for our patients! Dental anxiety is very real, and we know some people can be nervous when visiting the dentist, so ...
Many people fail to realize the importance of their oral health. People will avoid regular dental check-ups because they do not feel any pain or cannot visually see anything wrong with their teeth. But just because you cannot feel or see anything does not mean you are in the clear as problems with your teeth may persist. Here are 5 ...
Your enamel protects your teeth from daily use, including chewing, biting, and grinding. It is the harder outer layer of your teeth the protects the sensitive inner tooth. Your enamel is the strongest substance of your body but can still erode when exposed to sugars and starches and from acidic foods like citrus fruits. ...
For a lot of people flossing is not part of their daily home teeth cleaning routine. The reality is flossing every day is just as important as brushing your teeth. Most dentists would recommend that you floss every day and brush your teeth twice daily. In this blog post, we will talk about 5 benefits that come with regularly flossing ...
Your wisdom teeth are the third set of molars and usually grow during your teens and early twenties. Wisdom teeth were helpful for our ancestors as it was more common to lose your teeth due to their food habits. In this day and age, it is not common to lose your teeth by your teens and because of this your ...
Dental implants are the perfect solution for anybody who is missing their teeth and want their smile back. The artificial teeth that come with dental implants look natural and is a worthwhile treatment option for missing teeth. Taking care of artificial teeth is the same as natural teeth. Regular check-ups with Orchards Dental as well as brushing and flossing are ...
Invisalign braces are an effective short-term orthodontic treatment and have helped thousands regain their confidence and smile again. With Invisalign clear aligner trays you never have to worry about bulky metal brackets.
The biggest complaint with bulky metal braces is comfort and esthetics during the duration of the treatment. Using Invisalign will rid you of ...
To our Valued Patients,
Starting May 14th, 2020 we are able to provide our full provision of dental treatments. We are so excited to be back and to see everyone that we have missed so much! We hope this letter finds everyone health, happy, and prepared to ease back into regular routines. Much has changed ...
Sensitive teeth are becoming an increasingly common issue and can be a nuisance when trying to enjoy certain types of food. Common cause for dental sensitivity is
If you are dealing with any of the above issues, then it is a good time to give Orchards Dental a call.
Signs that you are dealing ...
Sleep apnea is a serious sleeping disorder that requires medical attention. Reduce obstructive sleep apnea episodes with the use of one of our custom oral appliances. Our patients have been excited by this non-surgical treatment that can replace a CPAP. Imagine the possibility of replacing this bulky and embarrassing device with an oral ...
Are you one of many adults who missed out on orthodontic work as an adolescent or teen? You might have resigned yourself to crooked or misaligned teeth because you can’t imagine going through the experience of metal wires and braces at this point in your life. But having straight teeth might be easier and more discreet than you think.
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If you have uneven gums or your gums are too low on your teeth, you may be a candidate for a cosmetic dental procedure called gum contouring. Gums can be reshaped and sculpted to remove excess gums and give you a beautiful smile. Uneven gums can make teeth appear too short or too long. Ideally, healthy and well-contoured ...
Today’s blog post will be talking about a common problem that happens with the gums which can cause the gums to look strange or unnatural. Oftentimes it is associated with puffy gums or swollen gums, and the gums can also discolour such that people may notice redness of the gums, or an abnormal colour change which may even make the ...
Some common questions about teeth bleaching include (with answers below):
Teeth whitening is safe if done correctly as recommended by your dentist, or as directed by the whitening product. Often times people do experience temporary teeth sensitivity during the whitening process, but the sensitivity is not permanent and does go away a few days after you stop ...
In dentistry, there are many buzzwords used to talk about aesthetic or cosmetic dentistry. People commonly use terms such as smile makeover, smile enhancement, or Hollywood smile to talk about restoring their smile to make it look ideal. Sometimes, cosmetic dentistry is used to restore a person’s smile to make it look like how it used to look, to a ...
In today’s blog, we will be talking about dental implants and implant crowns. People commonly think of a dental implant as a screw or a post, but a more accurate term would be a root replacement. A dental implant is the tooth replacement option that replaces a missing tooth in the most natural way. Our Edmonton dental office Orchards ...
At Orchards Dental, our patients often ask us about teeth whitening options to get whiter teeth and a bright white smile. There are a number of options for tooth whitening or tooth bleaching and patients can choose how they would like to accomplish bleached teeth. There is no one best way to whiten teeth but depending on your goals ...
In our previous two blog posts about dental emergencies, we discussed reasons to visit the dentist for adult dental emergencies. In this post, we will discuss dental emergencies for kids or children. Orchards Dental in South Edmonton is a dental clinic that treats all kinds of dental emergencies. We accommodate same-day dental visits so you can see the dentist as ...
In our previous blog post, we covered a few common dental emergencies. Orchards Dental is a local Edmonton dental clinic serving the communities of Ellerslie, Summerside, Millwoods, Rutherford, and the surrounding areas that sees emergency dental patients. We can accommodate same day dental appointments for adults or for children. Our dentist understands that emergencies need to be seen ...
Emergency dental clinic in South Edmonton at Orchards Dental is accepting new patients with dental emergencies. Dr. Dennis George Anithottam is your local Edmonton dentist in the Summerside and Ellerslie and Orchards community. If you need a dentist now, call us for an emergency dentist appointment today. We offer same day dentist appointments in Edmonton. Our Edmonton dental team sees ...
Orchards Dental is now open and accepting new patients! Edmonton dentist, Dr. Dennis George Anithottam, offers family dentistry and cosmetic dental procedures in Southeast Edmonton.
Our Edmonton dental clinic is conveniently located near the Summerside and Orchards at Ellerslie communities. Our dental office is on 91st street and is just minutes from the Anthony Henday. Making Orchards ...
Dental implants are offered at Orchards Dental as an option for permanently replacing missing teeth. Modern dental implants can most closely replicate the look, comfort, feel and function of natural teeth.
Tired of getting cavities and fillings in your teeth? Interested in preventing cavities? Keeping your teeth healthy doesn't mean only brushing and flossing. By following these five tips, you can manage risk factors that cause cavities.
Porcelain dental crowns (or caps) can restore teeth to enhance aesthetics and feel natural.
Dental crowns also called "caps", cover three or more surfaces of teeth to give enhanced strength and aesthetics. For natural teeth, crowns act as helmets to protect against biting forces in teeth that are prone to damage and fracture. Crowns are recommended ...
If you are experiencing tooth pain while chewing or biting, this may be a symptom of a cracked tooth. Cracks can come from injury, cavities or large fillings that weaken the rest of the tooth. A cracked tooth may or may not also be sensitive to hot and cold depending on how deep the crack is. Cracks that progress too ...
In dentistry, a tooth is described as impacted when it is prevented from erupting into the mouth fully. Most often, a tooth becomes impacted when its pathway of eruption is blocked by another tooth, or by a part of the jaw bone, or sometimes even by abnormal growths in the jaws such as cysts or tumors.
Wisdom teeth are ...