North Hart Dental
3829 west austin rd v2k 2h7 Prince George, BC, Canada

Change your smile Change your life I can’t thank Dr. Willoughby enough for the life-changing smile makeover. Incredible!

The world of cosmetic dentistry is constantly evolving, so as a cosmetic Dentist, I owe it to my patients to remain as informed as I can about the very latest clinical techniques and products. -Dr. Andrew Willoughby

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What is Neuromuscular Dentistry? Neuromuscular Dentistry objectively evaluates the complex relationship between teeth, temporomandibular joints and the masticatory muscles in order to achieve an occlusion that is based on the optimal relationship between the mandible and the skull. The goal of the Neuromuscular-trained Dentist is to relax the muscles controlling jaw position to establish a true physiological rest position upon which treatment considerations are based.

Change your smile Change your life I cant thank Dr. Willoughby enough for the life-changing smile makeover. Incredible!

Bayview Dental Studio opened its doors today! We look forward to seeing all existing and new patients, tell your friends to book an appointment at Bayview Dental Studio with Dr. Andrew Willoughby www.drandrewwilloughby.com

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The new Facebook Page for Bayview Dental Studio is now live! Dr. Andrew Willoughby is excited to announce the grand opening of his Bayview Dental Studio in South Surrey and has created a brand new Facebook Page Please visit and LIKE our new page to stay up to date on all the latest information from Bayview Dental Studio... https://www.facebook.com/bayviewdentalstudio Dr. Willoughby provides a complete range of dental services including cosmetic, implant and family dentistry.

I'm making February "Staff Appreciation Month". First up is Cerra Gelz who has been working with me for the past 3 years as a Certified Dental Assistant "CDA". Cerra works with me in my Ocean Park Dental office but, you can also find Cerra working at the DeltaPort docks in Tsawwassen -thats because Cerra is also a Longshoreman and member of the Local 502. [shout out to all of my patients who also work at the 502 ;-] Cerra is the only Certified Dental Assistant in Canada who is also a full time Longshoreman! Now thats one hard working gal and i appreciate all her support! Check out this awesome video which features Cerra and many other members of the Holsema clan!

Smile Gallery Thank you so much Dr. Willoughby, I just love my beautiful new white smile. I chose porcelain crowns over Invisalign and Im glad I did. Like you said.Instant Orthodontics. http://drandrewwilloughby.com//porcelain-crowns-veneers-s/

Snoring and night time gasps for air are indications that Sleep Apnea may be taking place. Snoring is no longer something to joke about. Besides keeping others awake, your Snoring may be causing serious medical problems if it is caused by Sleep Apnea. www.sleepwellprincegeorge.com

Brush your teeth twice a day! - Once in the morning and once at night before you go to bed. The goal is to remove that invisible film of plaque which is home to millions and millions of bacteria. The bacteria in your mouth excrete acid which is destructive to tooth enamel. Use an up-and-down motion and dont forget to twist-your-wrist. Spend at least 30 seconds brushing all sides of your top teeth then do the same on the bottom. You should be spending at least 1 minute br...ushing all your teeth to effectively remove most of the plaque and bacteria. Make sure that these tips become habit forming and your dental health will be greatly improved, and your time and cost spent at any dental office, greatly reduced. If you have any further questions or concerns about your familys general dental health be sure to give our office a call at 250.962.8287.

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Don't wait any longer Begin the sleep apnea assessment today! Contact us for your assessment. http://www.northhartdental.com/contact-us.php

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Smile Gallery Im so glad you talked me into doing this Doctor Andrew, it truly has changed the way I smile and talk to people My family and I absolutely love my new smile! Raija W.... http://drandrewwilloughby.com//smile-makeovers-with-porc/

Dr. Willoughby (52) has been practicing dentistry for twenty-five years and currently works in three separate practices: North Hart Dental, Centre for Neuromuscular Aesthetic Dentistry 3829 Austin Road West, Prince George, BC. 250.962.8287... Ocean Park Dental Studio White Rock B.C. 604.541.1800 Center for Physiologic Based Dentistry 40361 Tantalus Way, Garibaldi Highlands, Squamish BC 1 (855) 545-1800 When Dr. Willoughby is not at his Ocean Park Dental Studio, in White Rock, BC., he is available by appointment in either his Prince George dental clinic or in his new Squamish, BC practice where his focus is limited to treatment of TMJ and Sleep Disordered Breathing. At all 3 of these clinics and the surrounding areas, Dr. Willoughby has developed a well earned reputation within the dental and healthcare community as a progressive cosmetic and neuromuscular aesthetic Dentist.

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What is an Oral Appliance? An oral appliance is a small device, similar to an orthodontic retainer or an athletic mouthguard. It is worn in the mouth during sleep to prevent the soft throat tissues from collapsing and obstructing the airway. Some appliances hold the lower jaw forward during sleep while others have direct effect on tongue position. Oral appliances relieve snoring and may treat OSA by realigning the jaw and/or tongue in relation to the head. Although oral appliances do not work on everybody, a well-made, well-fitted appliance may reduce or eliminate snoring, and may significantly relieve symptoms of OSA. Find out more at www.sleepwellprincegeorge.com

Another wonderful peer testimonial "Having worked closely with Dr. Andrew Willoughby over the past several years, I can state with confidence that his advanced dental training and Fellowship awards have provided him with the requisite clinical skills and knowledge to make him one of the most highly qualified cosmetic, implant and Neuromuscular Dentists in the country. If you or a loved one have complicated dental needs and are looking for an experienced reconstructive cosmeti...c Dentist - Dr. Willoughby is your man!" Dr. Mark Duncan, DMD,FAGD,LVIF,FICCMO,DICOI Clinical Director, LVI Global - Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies

Silver Amalgam Fillings vs. White Fillings What are the advantages of white fillings over silver amalgam fillings? Appearance Silver / amalgam fillings are a dark grey metal color and over time they become tarnished and leave dark stains on your teeth, and they can show through the enamel. When the filling is placed into an area of the mouth which can be seen when one talks or smiles the metallic filling stands out against the white background of a natural tooth so the app...earance can be unsightly. Dental health amalgam weakens the surrounding tooth structure. Overall health the mercury in amalgam is thought by many to give off a vapor in response to hot substances and the pressure and friction created while chewing, which over time is thought to potentially threaten overall health. Mercury is a toxic chemical element and there today there is much controversy over whether or not it is a safe and effective dental filling material especially around pregnant women and young children. How does the Amalgam filling material affect the overall health of my tooth? Keep Reading http://drandrewwilloughby.com/p/frequently-asked-questions/

Tour our Office http://sleepwellprincegeorge.com/tour-our-office/ When you walk in through our front door, your are greeted by our patient concierge who will seat you in our warm relaxing patient lounge and provide you with perhaps a cappuccino, or sparkling mineral water or your favourite news paper or magazine. After treatment has been provided by Dr. Andrew Willoughby, in one of our state-of-the-art operatories, you will be escorted into a private room where your dental and financial needs can be dealt with confidentially. This allows for better patient management and respects our clients privacy.

Ask The Dentist Root Retained Over-Dentures Question:... Over the past 10-15 years I have lost more than half of my upper teeth and most of my lower molars. I am now having trouble chewing and my jaw joints are starting to clunk when I open and close. I know I need to get this problem fixed but Ive had partial dentures before and could never tolerate the feeling of something covering the roof of my mouth. I was recently told that the only way to avoid covering my palate was with an implant supported palate-less denture using four or more dental implants. Problem is that I really cant afford that kind of treatment. I have great dental insurance so are there any other options besides dental implants? Answer: First of all your situation is not all that uncommon, and yes, dental implants can be very expensive and time consuming. First there is Keep Reading http://drandrewwilloughby.com//root-retained-over-dentures/

Meet Dr. Andrew Willoughby, General Implant and Cosmetic Dentist My primary goal is to help ALL my patients prioritize their dental needs and ensure that they receive functionally durable, highly aesthetic dental treatment in a painless, professional, and comfortable dental setting.... I am committed to a relentless schedule of on-going continuing education so that I can provide my patients with the very latest in clinical techniques and technological innovation, thus ensuring better patient outcomes. In the past three years i have successfully completed 3 very challenging CE based Fellowships and 1 Mastership accreditation program. I am currently working on 3 more Fellowships, a Diplomate and one more Mastership award. These clinical based programs are all related to Cranio-Facial Pain and Dental Sleep Medicine. I hope to have them ALL completed by the end of 2014. Between my full time clinical commitments and these clinical based CE programs, i have had a very challenging schedule but, as a clinical Dentist i strongly believe you should never stop learning and you should always be willing to push the boundaries of your knowledge and clinical expertise - all in the best interest of your patients. Dr. Willoughby (52) graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the U. of Manitoba in 1988 and currently operates Neuromuscular and Cosmetic Dental Clinics in Prince George, White Rock, and most recently, Squamish, B.C. When Dr. Willoughby is not at his North Hart Dental practice in Prince George, he is usually available by appointment at his Ocean Park Dental Studio or his new part time practice in Squamish BC. Due to his dedication and hard work, Dr. Willoughby has developed a well-earned reputation within the dental and healthcare community as a progressive cosmetic and Neuromuscular Aesthetic Dentist.

Do you Snore? http://sleepwellprincegeorge.com/what-is-osa/ Find out more about OSA (Obstructive Sleep Apnea) and how it can be treated.

New Year... New Year You Change Your Smile - Change Your Life By anchoring these beautiful little gold root caps to my remaining teeth my Denture is much more stable now and since it only covers a portion of my palate I can taste my food better. You have given me something to really smile about. Thank you so much for all your help Doctor W.... www.northhartdental.com

Can u tell which of the following are denture teeth and which are natural? Ceka attachments can also be used to help anchor partial dentures and the result is highly esthetic because the Dentist can design the partial without those unsightly clasps. These are usually referred to as Precision Attachment Partial Dentures and they are a very cost effective alternative to dental implants. I just absolutely love my new precision partial Dr W. it just looks and feels so natural... Margita P. See More at http://drandrewwilloughby.com//precision-attachment-part/

A wonderful peer testimonial from Dr. Omar Reed I have been practicing Neuromuscular and Cosmetic Dentistry for more than 5 decades and over the years I have lectured and talked to over 50,000 Dentists.. every once and while I meet a cosmetic Dentist like Dr. Andrew Willloughby who has elevated his knowledge and clinical expertise to such heights that I refer to him as an Elite Dentist. Not only is his ongoing commitment to continuing education truly impressive but, having seen first hand the exceptional Dentistry that Dr. Willoughby provides, I can honestly say that his patients should be very proud of the world class Dentistry they are receiving. You will not find a more talented, conscientious and caring cosmetic Dentist."

Happy Holidays from Dr. Willoughby and the staff at North Hart Dental

Part Three What are the Clinical Outcomes? Early Interceptive orthodontic treatment usually starts before the eruption of the permanent teeth or when the child has very few permanent teeth present. Our goal at Dr. Willoughby's office is to guide the growth of the upper and/or lower jaw to make adequate space for the eruption of all the permanent teeth. We feel that children should be evaluated by the age of five or six to see if there is a bone problem (orthopedic) or a to...oth problem (orthodontic). If the patient has a problem such as the upper jaw being too narrow, or an underdeveloped lower jaw, this will require a special appliance called a functional jaw orthopedic appliance to correct the problem. Minor tooth crowding can also be corrected early if it appears as though it may compromise the eruption of other permanent teeth. Benefits of early Interceptive Bio-Functional orthodontic treatment include: Improves profiles, smiles and self-esteem Corrects harmful habits, such as thumb sucking and tongue thrusting Functional appliances develop the arches and make more room for the tongue Improves speech Reduces the amount of time spent in fixed braces and frequently eliminates the need for the extraction of permanent teeth Increases nasal breathing which improves health Eliminates airway constriction Creates beautiful broad smiles by developing the arches Eliminates grinding of the teeth at night Prevents headaches and earaches Call our office today (250) 962-8287 for a consultation appointment. Or visit our website www.northhartdental.com for more information.

Part Two What are the advantages to Interceptive Orthodontics and exactly what is involved? It is always less expensive and less invasive to correct a problem when the patient is younger (and still growing) rather than wait for the problem to become more serious and complicated once the patient has stopped growing.... Other benefits of early treatment: Improves profiles, smiles and self-esteem Corrects harmful habits, such as thumb sucking and tongue thrusting Functional appliances develop the arches and make more room for the tongue Improves speech Reduces the amount of time spent in fixed braces and frequently eliminates the need for the extraction of permanent teeth Increases nasal breathing which improves health Eliminates airway constriction Creates beautiful broad smiles by developing the arches Eliminates grinding of the teeth at night Prevents headaches and earaches What exactly is involved? Early Interceptive orthodontic treatment usually starts before the eruption of the permanent teeth or when the child has very few permanent teeth present. Our goal at Dr. Willoughby's office is to guide the growth of the upper and/or lower jaw to make adequate space for the eruption of all the permanent teeth. We feel that children should be evaluated by the age of five or six to see if there is a bone problem (orthopedic) or a tooth problem (orthodontic). If the patient has a problem such as the upper jaw being too narrow, or an underdeveloped lower jaw, this will require a special appliance called a functional jaw orthopedic appliance to correct the problem. Minor tooth crowding can also be corrected early if it appears as though it may compromise the eruption of other permanent teeth. Dr. Willoughby's philosophy is to treat patients early with arch development appliances so you can solve many of the problems before the permanent teeth erupt. This approach ensures that the majority of his patients can be treated without the extraction of permanent teeth and non-surgically. His professional life is dedicated to treating patients with a holistic, non-invasive therapeutic approach. Call our office today 250-962-8287 for a consultation appointment. Stay Tuned for Part 3 on Sunday When we show actual Clinical Outcomes utilizing Bio-Functional Orthodontics.

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Holiday Dental Tip! Dentists are not open 24 hours and the holiday season can bring unexpected Dental emergencies at any time. If you lose a tooth over the holidays here is a helpful tip... If your tooth has been knocked out, pick the tooth up by the crown, not the roots, rinse it quickly in cold water and then try to gently insert it into the socket and hold it there until you reach the dentists office. If you are unable to do so, place the tooth in a glass of milk and brin...g it with you to a dentist as quickly as possible. Dr. Willoughby provides emergency dental services to all his existing as well as new patients but, we are not a 24 hour dental emergency clinic. However if you require immediate medical attention outside of office hours you can call our office where the voicemail will give you Dr Willoughbys emergency contact number.

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Smile Makeovers with Porcelain Crowns and Laser Re-contouring A couple of days after you performed this surgery, I met a new gal and the first thing she said to me was [wow nice smile] so like you say change your smile, change your life. How right your were. Thank you Andrew! Harry B.... http://drandrewwilloughby.com/category/smile-gallery/