At Love Your Smile in Kelowna we use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is usually necessary after a root canal. In a dental implant procedure, attaching…
Dental patients are more informed than ever before and it’s not surprising that much of their knowledge about dentistry is gleaned from online sources. Proactive self-education can be beneficial for you and your family, especially if it helps with living a healthy lifestyle. We caution our friends and neighbors in the Kelowna area, however, not…
At Love Your Smile in Kelowna we use cosmetic treatment to turn ordinary teeth (or even teeth with dramatic problems) into unforgettable smiles. If you have been considering a smile makeover, you probably want to know if you will still look like yourself. The answer is “Yes! Only better!” You see, we use nature as…
Some Kelowna residents who have a weak or broken tooth may want to think about porcelain crowns as a solution to improve their smile and overall oral health. The crowns provided by Love Your Smile in Kelowna are really a cap or covering that is tooth-shaped and when one is in place, it will cover the…
Today’s post is for new Kelowna parents. It contains helpful guidance about caring for baby’s and toddler’s teeth. How should I clean my toddler’s teeth? For infants, gently wipe their gums with a piece of gauze or soft cloth. We do not recommend any toothpaste for infants. When your child is three, a pea-sized amount…
Whenever someone considers dental aesthetics to improve their smile, porcelain veneers usually come into the conversation. They are one of the procedures offered at Love Your Smile in Kelowna. Unlike a crown that completely covers the tooth, a veneer is a super thin layer of a heavy-duty, medical grade porcelain, composite bonding, or ceramic. When…
When was the last time you looked into the mirror? Were you totally satisfied by what you saw? If the answer is, “Not really,” then you may want to check out at these 5 great reasons to talk to the team at Love Your Smile in Kelowna about cosmetic treatment procedures. 1. The first reason…
Are you considering braces to straighten your teeth? Love Your Smile in Kelowna offers several varieties of braces. The current menu of orthodontic treatments requires a whole new glossary. Lingual Braces and Invisible Braces These are sometimes described as ‘braces behind the teeth.’ These braces can be just as effective at realigning adult teeth as…
At Love Your Smile in Kelowna, we think it’s too much to ask that you never indulge in sugary treats. We get that. In fact, some of us here have a sweet tooth, like anyone else. But eating too many sweets can give that sweet tooth a toothache. Eating sweets at certain times is better…
Most people know that they can go to their dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums. And cosmetic dentistry is getting more popular, almost by the day. But the team at Love Your Smile in Kelowna reminds you there are some lesser-known oral concerns that we can help you with. Dry mouth, technically called xerostomia,…