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SmileZone Orthodontics The best place to get a beautiful smile! Looking to fix your teeth? We are so passionate about what we do - it's infectious!

Dr. Dana Van Elslande and the SmileZone team are committed to helping you reach your dental goals in our caring and family oriented practice. And with the amazing improvements in technology, we have options that will fit into your lifestyle, like clear braces and invisalign - we know you'll be pleasantly surprised!

10/10/2026

Teen treatment vs. adult treatment: what’s the difference? Timing! 🦷

During the teenage years, we can often work with natural jaw growth. As we mature, our jawbones lose some malleability and stop growing, which can make certain bite and jaw issues more challenging to treat in adulthood.

That doesn’t mean you’ve missed your chance! 💙 Adult treatment is still an option; it may just require a different approach.

10/08/2026

Think you’re too old for orthodontic treatment? Our oldest patient is 86! 💙

Orthodontic technology has come a long way, so if you’re picturing the braces you remember from decades ago, it’s time for a fresh look.

At SmileZone, we’ll help you explore your options and find out what’s right for your smile.

Can Adults Expand Their Dental Arch? 🦷✨Yes! But adult arch expansion is different from expansion in growing children.As ...
10/07/2026

Can Adults Expand Their Dental Arch? 🦷✨
Yes! But adult arch expansion is different from expansion in growing children.

As we age, the upper jaw becomes more mature, so simply widening the teeth isn’t always the best approach. Depending on your age, bone structure, bite, and treatment goals, orthodontists may use different approaches to create additional space and improve the width of the dental arch.

Adult arch expansion can potentially help with:

🦷 Creating space for crowded teeth
😁 Improving the width and coordination of the smile
⚖️ Correcting certain bite discrepancies
✨ Reducing the need for extractions in appropriately selected cases
🌬️ Supporting better nasal and oral function in some patients
The key is individualized diagnosis. Not every adult is a candidate for the same type or amount of expansion, and pushing teeth beyond the supporting bone can lead to unwanted side effects.

If you’re an adult considering orthodontic treatment, ask your orthodontist: “Is arch expansion appropriate for my anatomy and my goals?”

A wider smile should be more than just about appearance, it should be stable, healthy, and biologically appropriate.

10/05/2026

"I'd like to speak to your manager"

10/03/2026

A little habit could have a big impact on your child’s growing smile. 🦷

Thumb or finger sucking may affect how their teeth and mouth develop, even before you notice a change.

We're here to help you understand the signs and guide your next steps. 💙

10/02/2026

Rating braces habits from 1 to 10 🦷

1 = best, 10 = worst. Do you do any of these?

✅ Wearing your elastics: 0/10
✅ Wax on the poking wire: 0/10
😬 Chewing pens: 5/10
😬 Nail biting: 6/10
🚨 Skipping flossing: 10/10

Your braces can only do their job if you do yours. Wear the elastics, wax the wire, and never skip the floss. 🙌

Which one are you guilty of? Tell us below 👇 and send this to the friend who needs it.

Today, we honour the survivors, families, and communities affected by Canada’s residential school system.National Day fo...
09/30/2026

Today, we honour the survivors, families, and communities affected by Canada’s residential school system.

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a time to listen, learn, remember, and reflect on the truths of our shared history. Reconciliation is an ongoing responsibility, one that calls on all of us to recognize the experiences of Indigenous peoples, honour survivors and their families, and continue learning about the lasting impacts of residential schools.

Today, we remember. We listen. We learn. And we commit to walking the path toward reconciliation with respect and understanding.

🧡 Every Child Matters.

09/28/2026

POV: The patient arrives before you do 😅🦷

09/27/2026

Little smiles, big head start. At age 7, we start watching for the right treatment window.

09/25/2026

Thanks so much everyone. Words can't describe how much this means to us!

Address

290-10655 Southport Road SW
Calgary, AB
T2W4Y1

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 3pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 3pm
Thursday 7:30am - 3pm
Friday 7:30am - 3pm

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+14032783232

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