[ratings] From childhood, we are conditioned to avoid going to the dentist. People often times feel that if their dental pain is tolerable, there’s no need to go in for a dental appointment. On the contrary, the best ways to combat serious dental issues are early detection and preventative care. Routine dental checkups are imperative to prevent small issues developing into …

[ratings] BOO! It’s a cavity. Tricked you! In the spirit of Halloween, we want to offer some tips to you and your family to prevent scares like that! At Arbutus North Dental Centre, we know that Halloween is an exciting time for the kids. It can also be a nerve-wracking experience for parents. Halloween sets off the sweet tooth and …

Whether you’re in school or at work, presentations are underway. Is your smile making you feel self-conscious? We live in Kitsilano, where the food is amazing and the cute little cafes can’t be passed up. From the sugar to the coffee, our teeth go through a lot in a day. At Arbutus North Dental, we understand that what you look …

You’re sound asleep, dreaming to the soothing sounds of the ocean. All of sudden, you’re pulled awake by an awful hoarse, saw-like noise. Yuck. What’s accompanying this sound? Tension and pain in your jaw. Sigh, it’s another sleep deprived night. At Arbutus North Dental Clinic, we know how important a good night’s sleep is. We also know that snoring can …

These days, it’s relatively easy to get a red-carpet worthy grin. All it takes is a little time in the dentist’s chair and the skills of a cosmetic and restoratve dentistry expert at Arbutus North Dental Centre in Kitsilano. The team at Arbutus North really gives you something to smile about. With five different options for cosmetic improvements (whitening, straightening, …

How you ever felt unconfident because of your smile? Have you ever covered your mouth when you laugh or shied away from smiling in front of a camera? It’s these little things that may be keeping you from living life to the fullest and making connections with new people. Your teeth should not keep you from smiling! Studies show that …

If you’re considering whitening your teeth, you are most likely aware that professional teeth whitening treatments cost a significant amount more than store-bought teeth whitening kits. Why is this the case? A teeth whitening treatment from a professionally trained cosmetic dentist at Arbutus North Dental Centre is the safest way to achieve the results that you want for your smile. …

[ratings] While cosmetic dentistry has become an increasingly popular method of enhancing smiles, some patients still seem to be falling into misconceptions about cosmetic dentistry. Many people will have different opinions about cosmetic dentistry, but it’s important to formulate your own thoughts based on facts, rather than myths. As experienced cosmetic dentists in Kitsilano, we want to help bust some …

[ratings] Restorative dentistry involves the integrated management of dental health issues in order to restore function and aesthetics to the teeth and mouth. At Arbutus North Dental, we offer a wide range of services that fall under the restorative dentistry category. This includes: Bonding: often completed during a single visit, it involves the application of a tooth coloured resin to …

[ratings] We love the way our patients smile when they’ve completed a professional teeth whitening at Arbutus North Dental Centre. A teeth whitening treatment from your Kitsilano cosmetic dentist gives you a fresh new smile that looks white, while still looking natural. However, to keep the look of your bright smile for a long time, after care is essential! Here are three …