Vista Dental

Saturday, July 29, 2017

Apicoectomy

The doctors at Vista Dental perform many root canals to save and repair teeth that are badly damaged or infected.  During a root canal, we remove any inflamed or infected tissue, and thoroughly clean the root canal system.  In most root canal cases, the tooth heals and doesn’t require further treatment. When an infection won’t go away or the canals become re-infected, our doctors can perform an apicoectomy.


An apicoectomy is performed to remove damaged tissue and seal a tooth’s root from any further infections.  The procedure involves a small incision in the gums, followed by removal of any infected tissue and finally the end of the root tip itself.  A root-end filling is placed there to act as a seal, preventing reinfection. The gum is sutured, and most patients only feel slight discomfort or swelling during healing.  If you have a tooth infection lingering after a root canal gone wrong, please contact us to discuss your treatment options.


To learn more about the apicoectomy procedure and all the services we offer, visit VistaDentalMH.Ca for more information. To schedule an appointment at Vista Dental, located at 7 Strachan Bay SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4Y2, Canada, call 403-548-7077.

Tuesday, July 18, 2017

Dental Sealants

What if there was a way to seal out cavities so that you never got one again? Well, there just might be. Though our doctors at Vista Dental cannot guarantee that you’ll never develop another cavity, we can help you prevent them. Dental sealants consist of plastic material that is placed on the chewing surface of the back teeth to help protect them from bacteria that leads to decay. Allow us to explain the benefits of dental sealants.


Both children and adults can benefit from dental sealants, however, the sooner you receive them the better. Sealing teeth as soon as possible is the best thing to do for cavity prevention. Sealants are applied quickly and painlessly. Before placing the dental sealant, our doctor will dry the tooth and place an acidic gel that hardens and forms a strong bond between the crevices of your teeth. Sealants are safe and effective and can last for several years before they need to be reapplied.


If you have questions or concerns regarding dental sealants, please give us a call. To learn about services we provide at the practice, visit www.vistadentalmh.ca for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Vista Dental located at 7 Strachan Bay SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 4Y2, Canada, call 403-548-7077. 

Thursday, July 13, 2017

Intraoral Camera

Vista Dental uses the best technology to serve our patients and help our doctors perform their best work.  The intraoral camera is an extremely helpful tool that allows the mouth to be seen from previously impossible angles.  This type of camera has proven very helpful in capturing images needed for procedure approval from insurance companies, but also changes the typical dental office visit.


The tiny camera’s view is projected onto a monitor, making the same angle of the mouth visible to both doctor and patient at once. These views can help patients who don’t know a premolar from an incisor describe any problem area more accurately.  Providing more details can also help a patient better understand and follow their dentists’ plan of care for their mouth. The intraoral camera helps both you and your dentist see and understand what is happening to your oral health. 


To learn more about the technology we use at our practice, visit VistaDentalMH.Ca for more information. To schedule an appointment at Vista Dental, located at 7 Strachan Bay SE, Medicine Hat, Alberta, T1B 4Y2, Canada, call 403-548-7077.

Wednesday, July 5, 2017

Toothbrush Abrasion

At Vista Dental, we encourage patients to get excited about maintaining their oral hygiene. However, we don’t want you to get so excited that you brush your teeth away. Toothbrush abrasion, also known as toothbrush damage, can damage the teeth and gums that result from excessive brushing force. Brushing too hard can wreak havoc on your teeth and gums. Allow us to explain why.


Brushing too hard can lead to tooth sensitivity and will cause more harm than good. If you have made brushing vigorously a habit, our doctors encourage you to at least try to brush a little softer because if you don’t, the gums may permanently recede. When this happens, the roots become exposed and are increasing your risk of developing dental diseases such as periodontal disease and cavities.  


If you have questions or concerns about a oral care, please give us a call. To learn about services we provide at the practice, visit www.vistadentalmh.ca for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors at Vista Dental located at 7 Strachan Bay SE, Medicine Hat, AB, T1B 4Y2, Canada, call 403-548-7077.