12th Avenue Dental Centre

12th Avenue Dental Centre We're your partners in dental care. Our goal is to help you achieve excellent oral health. Countless families in Calgary trust us.

We listen to your needs, provide clear explanations, and encourage questions. Let us be your dental care partner, too. 12th Avenue Dental Centre is a welcoming family dental clinic located in SW Calgary and has been serving families in our community since 1992. We offer a range of services including general, cosmetic, and restorative treatments in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Please don't hesitate to get in touch with us to schedule an appointment

When placing the floss between the teeth, it’s important to be gentle. Snapping the floss into the gums can cause damage...
02/05/2026

When placing the floss between the teeth, it’s important to be gentle. Snapping the floss into the gums can cause damage and recession. Also, we want to avoid forcing bits of plaque or food between the teeth. Use a gentle zig-zag motion to get the floss into the correct position for flossing … and if the floss doesn’t want to go in, don’t force it.

Remember to floss every day!

Dental bridges replace missing teeth by relying on the teeth around the space. It’s a pretty neat process to create one.
02/03/2026

Dental bridges replace missing teeth by relying on the teeth around the space. It’s a pretty neat process to create one.

Premolars, or bicuspids, are used for chewing and grinding food. They are located between the canine teeth and the molar...
01/29/2026

Premolars, or bicuspids, are used for chewing and grinding food. They are located between the canine teeth and the molars. Adults typically have eight premolars, two on each side of the canines. Premolars resemble molars but aren’t quite as big — a premolar has two cusps while a molar has four.

Therapeutic mouthwashes use antimicrobial ingredients to kill the bacteria that can cause plaque, gingivitis, bad breath...
01/27/2026

Therapeutic mouthwashes use antimicrobial ingredients to kill the bacteria that can cause plaque, gingivitis, bad breath, and tooth decay. Depending on the ingredients, these mouthwashes are available over the counter or by prescription.
Mouthwashes without these antimicrobial ingredients are considered to be “cosmetic.” They’re useful for freshening breath, but don’t reduce your risk of cavities or gum disease.

Did you know we accept new patients of all ages?We love working with children and setting them on the right path for a l...
01/22/2026

Did you know we accept new patients of all ages?

We love working with children and setting them on the right path for a lifetime of excellent oral hygiene. We love chatting with kids and teens about their favourite video games (even if we haven’t heard of them). And we love sitting down to catch up with our adult patients — it’s almost like a social call.

As always, we’re so appreciative when you refer your friends, neighbours, and colleagues to us when they’re looking for a new dental practice. Thank you!

When shopping for a new toothbrush, look for one with soft bristles. Some people assume that medium or hard bristles pro...
01/20/2026

When shopping for a new toothbrush, look for one with soft bristles. Some people assume that medium or hard bristles provide more cleaning power, but they can end up damaging your gums and enamel. Soft bristles are gentler on your teeth and gums and the bristles are flexible, making it easier to clean under the gumline.

When you brush your teeth, are you also brushing your tongue? It’s a prime spot for bacteria to build up. Bacteria on yo...
01/15/2026

When you brush your teeth, are you also brushing your tongue? It’s a prime spot for bacteria to build up. Bacteria on your tongue can also cause bad breath, so be sure to brush your tongue before rinsing, and you’ll feel fresh and clean.

You should clean your tongue every time you brush your teeth, either using your toothbrush or a tongue cleaner.A thin la...
01/13/2026

You should clean your tongue every time you brush your teeth, either using your toothbrush or a tongue cleaner.
A thin layer of mucus can trap bacteria and food particles on your tongue, causing a foul taste and bad breath.
Tongue cleaners have a built-in scraper and soft bristles that can reach deep into the uneven areas of your tongue – removing odour-causing bacteria for a fresher, cleaner mouth.

Children laugh before they can talk. Smiles and laughter are some of the earliest ways babies try to communicate with th...
01/08/2026

Children laugh before they can talk. Smiles and laughter are some of the earliest ways babies try to communicate with the world around them. And as children get older, they still smile and laugh hundreds of times every day. That’s why it’s so important to keep their teeth healthy!

Contact us today to make an appointment for your child. We promise we’ll make them laugh. ;-)

Here’s why you should floss every day …
01/06/2026

Here’s why you should floss every day …

Contouring and bonding can address gaps between your teeth, a rough tooth surface, a chipped tooth, or the shape of your...
01/01/2026

Contouring and bonding can address gaps between your teeth, a rough tooth surface, a chipped tooth, or the shape of your teeth. These processes can even improve the health of your teeth by smoothing away crevices or overlaps where plaque can build up.

Toothbrushes come in many different shapes and sizes. That’s because our mouths are all different. When buying a toothbr...
12/30/2025

Toothbrushes come in many different shapes and sizes. That’s because our mouths are all different. When buying a toothbrush, try and get one that can reach all areas of the mouth. Some people have smaller mouths, so a brush with a smaller head works better. Sometimes it can be challenging to reach the back molars, a toothbrush with angled bristles can help solve this problem.

No matter the size of your toothbrush, always opt for a soft-bristled option unless otherwise instructed by your hygienist.

Address

1227 12th Avenue SW
Calgary, AB
T3C3S7

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 6:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

Telephone

+14032292330

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