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June 22, 2015
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Invisalign® offers an attractive alternative to braces for many of our patients in Calgary. If you want to align your teeth and bite without diminishing your look with cumbersome metal brackets, Invisalign® might be a suitable option for you.

Invisalign® is a popular treatment at our Calgary office. In determining your Invisalign® candidacy, Dr. Chee will evaluate the forces that move your teeth, measure your bite, and determine the optimal solution for bringing it into alignment.

We will be able to determine if you’re a candidate for Invisalign® treatment during your consultation. Qualities Dr....

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May 29, 2015
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For many people, teeth whitening has become part of their normal dental routine, along with regular cleanings and good oral hygiene. However, some people in Calgary develop sensitivities that leave them with pain and discomfort after whitening their teeth. There are several important factors to consider when deciding whether or not to whiten your teeth.

How White Should My Teeth Be?

Some people become hyper focused on the whiteness of their teeth, but extreme whiteness can actually be a sign of fluorosis or other dental problems. Those who overdo it are more likely to develop sensitivities...

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May 15, 2015
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For many people, temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) can lead to long-term discomfort and pain, leaving them afraid to see a dentist. However, the best treatment for TMD begins with a visit to a dentist in Alberta with experience providing neuromuscular treatment. TMD can cause a wide range of symptoms including:

  • Headaches or migraines
  • Pain in the jaw, shoulders, neck, back, teeth and behind the eyes
  • Numbness or tingling
  • Dizziness
  • Earaches or ringing in the ears
  • Teeth grinding
  • Clicking or...
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April 15, 2015
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Dentists do more than simply clean teeth and check for cavities. Though these are both cornerstones of our general dentistry services in Calgary, a dentist can also help you find relief from pain, improve the health and function of your body and even identify potentially life-threatening health risks.

The Canadian Dental Association has designated April as National Oral Health Month to raise awareness of the important, sometimes underestimated role dentists play in keeping patients healthy. Dr. Chee believes that...

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March 09, 2015
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The gums are just as important to oral health as the teeth. The pink soft tissue covers tooth roots and helps support and protect the teeth. If you suffer from periodontal disease, dentist in Calgary Dr. Gordon Chee provides several forms of gum therapy. He can also offer guided recommendations to help you care for your gums.

Just like healthy teeth, the best type of gum treatment is preventative care. This includes:

  • Brushing twice a day
  • Flossing every day
  • Rinsing with an antibacterial mouthwash
  • Eating a diet rich in calcium
  • Avoiding excessive amounts of...
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February 12, 2015
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Do you want to brighten your smile without spending a lot of time or money? Tooth whitening is a quick and affordable solution for enhancing the shine of your teeth just in time for an evening out with your significant other.

Though tooth whitening isn’t permanent, it does offer our Calgary patients who are on the go an effective way to eliminate stains on the teeth before special occasions. Whether it’s a job interview, a wedding or a holiday like Valentine’s Day, bleaching is an ideal way to return shades of whiteness to your smile fast.

Advantages of visiting the dentist for tooth whitening...

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January 14, 2015
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It’s a new year, and for many of us it’s a time to think about new ways to improve ourselves over the next 12 months. If you live in Calgary and you’re unhappy with the health or look of your teeth, Dr. Gordon Chee can recommend many different dentistry treatment options.

During your free consultation, Dr. Chee and our team will closely evaluate your teeth and gums and use digital photos and X-rays to examine the overall condition of your dental health. After the exam, Dr. Chee can identify problems and suggest a wide range of solutions.

Some of the dentistry treatments available at our...

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December 11, 2014
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According to the Public Health Agency of Canada, one in four Canadian adults is at high risk of developing obstructive sleep apnea. If you’re high-risk or already exhibiting signs of sleep apnea, it’s imperative to seek professional help as soon as possible.

Apnea is diagnosed through a process known as a sleep study. Though at-home testing options are available, most sleep studies are performed at a sleep clinic outfitted with equipment for assessing a sleeping patient’s breathing, heart rate, blood oxygen content and more.

Before undergoing a sleep study, a specialist will likely evaluate you for...

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November 17, 2014
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Tooth decay is one of the most common oral health problems. Thankfully, it’s also one of the easiest to detect and treat. Calgary dentist Dr. Gordon Chee provides multiple preventative and general services for cavities.

Poor dental hygiene isn’t the only cause of cavities, but it is a major risk factor. By allowing plaque to build up on your teeth and not cleaning it off in a timely, thorough fashion, you’ll increase the likelihood of bacteria eroding and damaging parts of your teeth.

You might not realize you have a cavity until bacteria begin attacking the...

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October 21, 2014
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In-office whitening has a number of benefits over options you can buy at the store. But is there a difference between over the counter products and the take-home teeth whitening kits we provide at our Calgary cosmetic dentistry office?

Calgary dentist Dr. Gordon Chee offers take-home teeth whitening as well as chairside treatment using the Zoom! system. While it's true that take home kits contain bleaching gel with a lower concentration than what a cosmetic dentist would use, professionally formulated products are still stronger than any OTC alternative.

Take home teeth whitening has other...

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