Bullock Dental
886 Heritage Blvd. West T1K 7V5 Lethbridge, AB, Canada

Draw Winners will be announced at 12:30pm Today THANKS AGAIN to all of you for the great Camp Day support !! We welcome everyone to come and see us at Bullock Dental !! If you are new to our office, come in to meet our great team and to tour our office !! We look forward to seeing you soon !! Here is a quick FUN FACT ...

Our FIRESTONE GIFT CARD DRAW is in 2 DAYS!! There is still time to enter!! GOOD LUCK to all the Supporters that came to the West Heritage Tim's on Camp Day!!

Hey Friends! Did you know you can get one hour of free parking in downtown Lethbridge? Just push the code button then use code: ELF0550 Merry Christmas!

Frequent Toothbrushing Linked With Less Heart Failure Frequent toothbrushing is frequently linked with lower risks of atrial fibrillation and heart failure, according to researchers at the Ewha Womans University in Seoul, Korea. Previous research has suggested that poor oral hygiene leads to bacteria in the blood, causing inflammation in the body. Inflammation increases the risks of atrial fibrillation and heart failure. The researchers, then, examined the connection betwee...n oral hygiene and these conditions. The retrospective cohort study enrolled 161,286 participants in the Korean National Health Insurance System aged 40 to 79 with no history of atrial fibrillation or heart failure. The subjects had a routine medical examination between 2003 and 2004. Information about height, weight, laboratory tests, illnesses, lifestyle, oral health, and oral hygiene behaviors was collected. During a medial follow-up of 10.5 years, 4,911 (3.0%) participants developed atrial fibrillation, and 7,971 (4.9%) developed heart failure. Toothbrushing three or more times a day was associated with a 10% lower risk of atrial fibrillation and a 12% lower risk of heart failure during a 10.5-year follow-up. The findings were independent of factors including age, sex, socioeconomic status, regular exercise, alcohol consumption, body mass index, and comorbidities such as hypertension. The study did not investigate mechanisms, but the researchers suggest that one possibility is that frequent toothbrushing reduces bacteria in the subgingival biofilm, preventing translocation to the bloodstream. Senior author Dr. Tae-Jin Song noted that the analysis was limited to one country and that the observational study does not prove causation. We studied a large group over a long period, which adds strength to our findings, Song said. The researchers noted that it is too early to recommend toothbrushing to prevent atrial fibrillation and congestive heart failure. But as the role of inflammation in cardiovascular disease becomes more evident, they added, intervention studies are needed to define public health strategies.

Happy Halloween! Dont forget to brush your fangs after indulging in your loot!

Can you believe it is almost December? Only 28 days until Christmas and our schedule is filling up fast! Don't forget to get your appointments booked before the holidays! Give us a call and we'd be happy to assist you! :D

Happy Halloween! Don't forget to brush your fangs after indulging in your loot!

Introducing our lovely Dental Hygienist Alexana! Alex has been with us since May of this year and has been a fantastic addition to our office! "I completed my Dental Hygiene in Ontario in 2017, but have dreamed of being a Hygienist since I was 11 years old! In my free time I enjoy spending time with my friends, going to the gym, and walking my 6 month old puppy named Wesley! I look forward to meeting you and caring for your teeth!" Currently Alex is booking Hygiene appointments on Tuesdays and Thursdays, give us a call today to book your appointment! (403) 328-4277

We want to help keep you smiling! Dont forget to book an appointment to keep your teeth healthy and looking beautiful!

We want to help keep you smiling! Don't forget to book an appointment to keep your teeth healthy and looking beautiful!

To see is to know! Not to see is to guess, and we don't want to guess about your health!

I came across this article today that I would like to share discussing the link between Alzheimer's disease and poor oral hygiene. Makes you think more about the importance of your tooth brush and floss. Dr. David Bullock Gingivitis (inflamed Gums) Linked With Alzheimers Disease 05 Jun 2019 Dentistry Today Industry News... Gingivitis plays a decisive role in the development of Alzheimers disease, according to researchers at the University of Bergen (UB) in Norway. We discovered DNA-based proof that the bacteria causing gingivitis can move from the mouth to the brain, said Piotr Mydel, MD, PhD, of the Broegelmann Research Laboratory, Department of Clinical Science, at UB. The bacteria, Porphyromonas gingivalis, produces a protein that destroys cells in the brain, leading to loss of memory and, ultimately, Alzheimers disease, the researchers report. The bacteria does not cause Alzheimers alone, Mydel said. But its presence substantially raises the risk for developing the disease and is implicated in the diseases more rapid progression. Yet the researchers also note that people can take action to slow down the onset of Alzheimers. Brush your teeth and use floss, said Mydel, adding that it is important to visit your dentist regularly and clean your teeth properly if you have established gingivitis and have a family history of Alzheimers disease. About 50% of the population has P gingivalis in one or another form, the researchers said, with 10% of those people developing serious gum disease, loose teeth, and an increased risk of developing Alzheimers disease. Previously, researchers have discovered that the bacteria causing gingivitis can move from the mouth to the brain, where the harmful enzymes they excrete can destroy nerve cells. For the first time, Mydel said, researchers have DNA evidence for this process from human brains. The researchers examined 53 people with Alzheimers and discovered the enzyme in 96% of the cases. According to Mydel, this knowledge gives researchers a possible new approach for attacking Alzheimers disease. We have managed to develop a drug that blocks the harmful enzymes from the bacteria, postponing the development of Alzheimers. We are planning to test this drug later this year, said Mydel. The study, Porphyromonas Gingivalis in Alzheimers Disease Brains: Evidence for Disease Causation and Treatment With Small-Molecule Inhibitors, was published by Science Advances. Related Articles Another Study Links Alzheimer's Disease With Oral Bacteria Oral Bacteria Linked to Alzheimer's Disease Periodontitis May Initiate Alzheimer's Disease

To see is to know! Not to see is to guess, and we dont want to guess about your health!

I came across this article today that I would like to share discussing the link between Alzheimers disease and poor oral hygiene. Makes you think more about the importance of your tooth brush and floss. Dr. David Bullock Gingivitis (inflamed Gums) Linked With Alzheimers Disease 05 Jun 2019 Dentistry Today Industry News... Gingivitis plays a decisive role in the development of Alzheimers disease, according to researchers at the University of Bergen (UB) in Norway. We discovered DNA-based proof that the bacteria causing gingivitis can move from the mouth to the brain, said Piotr Mydel, MD, PhD, of the Broegelmann Research Laboratory, Department of Clinical Science, at UB. The bacteria, Porphyromonas gingivalis, produces a protein that destroys cells in the brain, leading to loss of memory and, ultimately, Alzheimers disease, the researchers report. The bacteria does not cause Alzheimers alone, Mydel said. But its presence substantially raises the risk for developing the disease and is implicated in the diseases more rapid progression. Yet the researchers also note that people can take action to slow down the onset of Alzheimers. Brush your teeth and use floss, said Mydel, adding that it is important to visit your dentist regularly and clean your teeth properly if you have established gingivitis and have a family history of Alzheimers disease. About 50% of the population has P gingivalis in one or another form, the researchers said, with 10% of those people developing serious gum disease, loose teeth, and an increased risk of developing Alzheimers disease. Previously, researchers have discovered that the bacteria causing gingivitis can move from the mouth to the brain, where the harmful enzymes they excrete can destroy nerve cells. For the first time, Mydel said, researchers have DNA evidence for this process from human brains. The researchers examined 53 people with Alzheimers and discovered the enzyme in 96% of the cases. According to Mydel, this knowledge gives researchers a possible new approach for attacking Alzheimers disease. We have managed to develop a drug that blocks the harmful enzymes from the bacteria, postponing the development of Alzheimers. We are planning to test this drug later this year, said Mydel. The study, Porphyromonas Gingivalis in Alzheimers Disease Brains: Evidence for Disease Causation and Treatment With Small-Molecule Inhibitors, was published by Science Advances. Related Articles Another Study Links Alzheimers Disease With Oral Bacteria Oral Bacteria Linked to Alzheimers Disease Periodontitis May Initiate Alzheimers Disease

If you dont floss, you miss cleaning 40% of your tooth surfaces. Make sure you brush and floss twice a day!

Happy Mothers day!

Happy Flossing! :D

We may have the same amount of teeth but because humans fit better in our chairs we think Dr. David prefers to work on human teeth! For your human dental needs give us a call 403-328-4277

Don't kiss a donkey, call us instead! 403-328-4277

Happy Wednesday! Don't forget to brush and floss!

Dont kiss a donkey, call us instead! 403-328-4277

Happy Wednesday! Dont forget to brush and floss!

We hope everyone has a fantastic Easter weekend! Just a reminder we are closed Friday April 19th but our receptionist, Randi, will be in the office and happy to assist you on Monday April 22nd. Have a egg-cellent weekend!

Currently accepting new patients, we would love for you to join our family! Call us today to book your cleaning and checkup! (403) 328-4277

To our most wonderful assistant Jordyn Maynes on her birthday! Wishing you a day full of laughter and happiness and a year that brings you much success! Happy Birthday!

The warmest wishes to the greatest member of our team. May your special day be full of happiness, fun and cheer! Happy Birthday Dr. David!

Happy Friday Everyone!

Congratulations goes out to Mallorie Jane Friesen on her birthday! She is one of our best dental assistants here at Bullock Dental. Hope you have a great day!

Introducing Dr. David Bullock! I have been married to my beautiful wife Marina for the past 29 years. We have three boys that help keep the energy and excitement levels in our home running high. As with my boys I have always and continue to lead an active life. I enjoy the outdoors and have developed a passion for fly fishing in the local rocky mountain streams. My father got me interested in golf at a young age and this continues to the present. Although I enjoy the game I a...m just your average golfer. I am definitely not a Tiger Woods. As a family we have found much fun together on the ski slopes. I have skied most of my life but have over the past few years tried my hand at snowboarding. Although I enjoy snowboarding I find I am a much better skier than a boarder. When I was very young I wanted to be a carpenter until about the age of 12 when I decided to become a dentist. To keep my youthful passion alive I still, as a hobby, enjoy working and building things out of wood including making wood turnings on a lathe. I have a passion for Dentistry! I take great pleasure in helping my patients create and maintain beautiful healthy smiles for a life time.