Recently we had the pleasure of visiting Martha’s Day Care and After School Care to educate the kids about their dental care, and  talk about what a visit to the dentist might be like. Sarah, Dr Kwon, and Norma had a great time meeting all the children at the facility, and look forward to our next field trip in the community. If you would like a visit from our staff  to help teach your kids about Dental care at your facility, please feel free to contact our office!

We are participating in the Alberta Dental Association “Start School Smiling Program“. This is a charity campaign designed to promote dentistry by volunteer dentists, with a free Exam and x-rays, if needed to Grade One Students. The program runs from September 15 to October 31, 2018. Some kids are heading back to  class while others getting ready to go back to school. Parents have new clothes checklists, new backpacks and supplies, but what about a healthy smile?  Either way, it’s a good time to schedule a dental visit for your child. Please contact our office for more information. 780-444-6133  … Read more »

What an amazing and warm summer we are having. The kids are out of school, and the vacations begin. Many of our patients use this time to get their kids in for their annual or six month check-ups. Call us to book early and reserve your spot during summer holidays!

Invisalign clear aligners are one way that we may be able to improve the look and function of your teeth. Just like with traditional metal wire braces, Invisalign aligners are able to move teeth to straighten, upright and rotate them into their ideal positions for many purposes. The big benefit, however, is that they are clear and largely imperceptible to most people that you will interact with in your everyday life. They can also be removed if you have a work meeting or special event. We may suggest Invisalign as a way to help you clean your teeth better if… Read more »

What is the Procedure and Benefits of Using CEREC® Technology? What is CEREC® System? A high-tech device, CEREC® designs and manufactures ceramic tooth restorations. The device’s digital infrared camera obtains optical impressions of your damaged tooth in order to make an ideal restoration. The process is complete in less than 20 minutes, meaning the entire restorative process is finished in a single visit. Uses for CEREC® We use the CEREC® System to create partial and full crowns, veneers, fillings, and other single-tooth restorations like crowns on root canal teeth. Edmonton can turn to Wolf Willow Dental Dental Care for more… Read more »

Fluoridation puts Edmonton ahead of Calgary in child dental health, study finds By Keith Gerein, Edmonton Journal, Edmonton Journal Rates of childhood tooth decay have increased faster in Calgary than in Edmonton the past decade, says a new provincewide study in which researchers link the disparity to Calgary’s decision to stop fluoridating its water. “Our results show that even after a relatively short period of time, we have seen a negative effect of removing fluoride from the drinking water,” said Lindsay McLaren, a public health researcher at the University of Calgary and lead author of the study. “It’s one piece… Read more »

At Wolf Willow Dental… we love  our patients as much as we love our animals. Many of our staff have 4 legged loving members in their families, so it is an easy decision to want to help organizations that support, love and care for animals that need help. Recently a patient of ours, requested some much needed items, for a trip to Mexico, where she has volunteered numerous times to rescue and be a part of a solution to an overwhelming problem often seen across continents. Upon her return she provided us with a brief synopsis of her trip, and pictures we… Read more »

It is official the groundhog determines six more weeks of winter. Hats off to all our patients who braved the deep snow, wet rain, frozen streets, and frigid temperatures to keep their appointments through these trying months. The seasons may change but our teeth still require  TLC all year long. Many patients have found using a great toothbrush, good brushing skills, and the right toothpaste, keeps their decay rate minimal. One of the brushes we recommend is the Oral B Electric tooth brush. Features Of A Power Toothbrush Simply stated, rechargeable electric toothbrushes (or “power” toothbrushes) provide superior plaque removal… Read more »

Where did the summer go? It seems like we just welcomed Spring , and low and behold we begin to see the odd yellow leaf.  As you prepare for the beginning of another school year we thought we would take the time to talk about your child’s dental care. If your child has not visited a dental office yet the Canadian Dental Association recommends the assessment of infants, by a dentist, within 6 months of the eruption of the first tooth or by one year of age. The goal is to have your child visit the dentist before there is… Read more »

Spring Cleaning It’s that time of year, windows get washed, those dust bunnies in the closets come out of hibernation…..a perfect time to remind you about your oral care .Here are seven good reasons why you should add teeth cleaning to your “spring cleaning list” #1. To Have Good Oral Hygiene Over time everyone will have plaque build up on their teeth. Having your teeth cleaned will remove this plaque that has built up in areas that you are either unable to get to or would have difficulty getting to. #2. To Prevent Halitosis (Bad Breath) This is somewhat in… Read more »