Oliver Family Dental
11403 104 Ave NW T5K 2S2 Edmonton, AB, Canada

A review of studies showed that, generally, electric toothbrushes decrease more plaque and gingivitis than manual toothbrushes. After three months of use, plaque was reduced by 21 percent and gingivitis by 11 percent. Oscillating (rotating) toothbrushes seem to work better than just vibrating toothbrushes.

Our office is taking pause and observing this day to remember Canadians who have served, and continue to serve Canada in times of war, conflict, and peace. Lest we forget!

One of the most common misconceptions about dentures: Young people (under the age of 65) don’t need dentures whereas ALL seniors (over the age of 65) need them! Neither one of these assumptions is true... Dentures are recommended if and when a patient’s natural teeth have sustained injury or decay to the extent that they: -Negatively affect quality of life -Can no longer function effectively without causing pain -Hinder a person’s ability to stick to a nutritious and healthy diet This can happen to both young and older patients. It has less to do with age and more to do with the condition of a person’s natural teeth.

Always start with floss! You should floss before you brush your teeth, rather than after. This helps to remove food that was stuck between your teeth and will prevent bacteria from growing.

All parents should be willing to provide the best oral hygiene for their kids! Here are some basic tips to help you do so: 1) Use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste and make sure your child spits it out after brushing. 2) Be sure your child brushes for at least 2 minutes twice a day. 3) Start flossing as soon as teeth touch, or even earlier to help build good habits.

Dental Fact: Teeth whitening can be dangerous for pregnant women because of certain chemicals in teeth whitening agents. Another reason to delay a whitening treatment until after the delivery of your child is pregnancy gingivitis. This is a condition which causes gum inflammation and occurs because of the hormones of pregnancy.

Most of the taste buds in your mouth are near the tip and around the edges of your tongue, but did you know that some are also in your throat and a few are located in the roof of your mouth?

Coffee and tea have an acidic composition that breaks down the teeth's enamel--because of this, you should wait at least half an hour after consumption before you brush! Instead, drink some water and swish it around in your mouth afterward!

Dentures not only help you speak more clearly and improve your ability to chew most foods, they also improve your facial appearance and self-confidence! It might be time for you or someone you know to look into dentures, contact our office for more information! We are here to help give you the perfect smile!

Parents can expect their kids to have lost all of their baby teeth between ages 12- 14 years old! It won’t be long before their primary or baby teeth are replaced with a full set of adult teeth!

Are you forgetting about your tongue when you brush? Brushing your tongue is an effective way to eliminate odour-causing germs that accumulate on the tongue and cause halitosis.

Did you know, most people find one’s smile to be their most important feature? Everyone should have a smile they’re proud to show off! Contact our office to find out the many services we offer to enhance your smile and its health!

Are you using the proper brushing techniques when caring for your teeth? Be careful! Brushing too hard or using a hard-bristled toothbrush can damage tooth enamel and the gums!

Make sure you treat yourself to a new toothbrush after recovering from sickness! This helps prevent the potential of re-infection from residual bacteria left on your brush.

When you’re feeling too lazy to brush your teeth before bed, always remember: Dental plaque is made up of more than 300 types of bacteria! That’s 300 reasons why you should get up and brush your teeth!

Did you know the first material floss was made of silk? Talk about luxurious oral care!

Chewing sugar-free gum has been shown to increase the flow of saliva, thereby reducing plaque acid, strengthening the teeth and reducing tooth decay.

61% of adults are attracted to somebody simply because of their smile.

A shocking 40% of children younger than 3 have never been to the dentist. It is recommended that babies see a dentist by age 1 or within six months after the first tooth erupts! Set your children up for good oral health from day one!

Flossing is just as crucial for fighting tooth decay and gum disease, but it's much less common than brushing! Can you believe that 73% of adults would rather go grocery shopping than floss their teeth? Invest less than a minute flossing everyday and you will thank yourself for years to come!

Did You Know: over three miles of dental floss is purchased each year in North America?

Let us always meet each other with a smile, for the smile is the beginning of love.

You may brush regularly, but are you brushing for long enough? It's recommended to brush for at least two minutes, twice daily!

Fun Fact: In the middle ages, people thought that a dog’s tooth boiled in wine made an excellent mouth rinse to prevent tooth decay.

If you ever get a tooth knocked out (and we hope this never happens), pop it in a glass of milk. This will help to preserve it until a dentist can put it back into place.