Spruce Grove Dental Clinic

05/01/2020

Hi everyone,

The Premier announced Alberta's restart plan on Thursday, April 30th. While we're cautiously optimistic about this announcement, there are a number of steps the dental industry must take before we can begin offering our typical procedures again. The first is lifting of the provincial government orders prohibiting certain activities which Premier Kenny announced will begin May 4th. The second step will be lifting of restrictions by our professional regulatory body - The Alberta Dental Association & College.

The second step has not yet taken place. As of right now, we still have no idea which orders and restrictions from the Alberta Dental Asssociation & College are being lifted and when. We listened to the announcement by the Premier and have read "Alberta's Relaunch Strategy" which mentions the resumption of dental services on May 4th and May 14th but the strategy also states that "resumption of services can only begin if dental clinics are in compliance with the rules and regulations of their regulatory bodies". Currently, the Alberta Dental Association & College has not yet provided us with their recommendations and restrictions regarding practicing dentistry in a COVID-19 world.

The third major factor will be learning and adapting to the restrictions on provision of care. We don’t know how clinic capacity, physical distancing and a myriad of other factors will need to be factored in. We’ve been working to address some of these factors, but there will certainly be more.

Fourth, we need sufficient stock of protective equipment to protect you and to protect our staff. This is perhaps the biggest challenge we face. We will be competing with the rest of the medical community for the supplies required to practice safe and responsible dentistry in light of COVID-19. Alberta has the tightest sterilization and disinfection protocols in the country (and most of the world), so rest assured that when we resume services, our number one goal is that those services are provided Safely.

Currently we are still restricted to emergency care only. If you're in pain or have an active dental infection, please let us know so that we can help you. We're checking our messages three times a day so if we don't answer your call when you make it, we will return your message in a timely manner. We're as eager to see you again as you are to take care of your oral health. As soon as we know more, we will update the info here and on our page. If you've been rescheduled or have a non-emergent procedure that you're eager to address, let us know and we will see you as soon as we are permitted to.

Thank you so much for your understanding and patience. Stay safe and stay healthy.

The Spruce Grove Dental Clinic Team

03/17/2020

It is with a heavy heart that we are informing our patients of Spruce Grove Dental Clinic’s closure to any non-emergency dental treatment. This is not only a mandatory suspension of elective treatment, but also something that is necessary and important for our community and our collective health. It is our duty to help slow the spread of COVID-19 as the risk of infection becomes higher in the Edmonton area, the province, and the country. Washing your hands, practicing social distancing and acting responsibly to prevent the spread of this serious illness is incredibly important.

If you have any dental concerns or pain that you think might fall into the “emergency” category, please give us a call at 780-962-3600 and we will do our best to call you back and to help you as quickly as possible!

- Dr. Wade Poitras & the Spruce Grove Dental Clinic team

11/11/2018

Remembering those that gave so much so we can have what we have today.

10/17/2018

It’s October 17 and Canadians are lighting it up because it is now legal to smoke cannabis! A lot of people are still wondering how this will impact everyday life. We've been considering how it will affect us as a dental practice. Below is an excellent write up by a colleague of mine regarding our responsibilities as dental care professionals and your responsibilities as a patient. It's definitely worth the read.

One of the most important statements she makes is that we've been inappropriately equating cannabis use with to***co use. We should really be equating it more to alcohol use as we figure out how it will impact our daily lives.

16 Oct Care For Your Potty Mouth Posted at 15:26h in Dental Health, Health Lifestyle, Teeth by Dr. Phuong Luu 0 Likes It’s October 17 and Canadians are lighting it up because it is now legal to smoke cannabis!   Following the federal government’s announcement of the full legalization of cannabi...

09/04/2018

Back to school already! That summer just flew by! Remember to slow down in those school zones and watch out for our kids. Have a great first day of school everyone from SGDC!

08/30/2018

This could have some seriously exciting implications for dentistry.

This device can give you injections without having to use a needle. Developed by Portal Instruments, the hand held device can be loaded with a disposable dis...

08/21/2018

Guess what!!! We just launched our new website. Come check it out:

A preventive program is a cooperative effort by the patient, dentist, and dental staff to preserve the natural teeth and tooth-supporting structures by preventing the onset, progress, and recurrence of dental diseases and conditions.

08/09/2018

Shout out to DQ Spruce Grove. If you buy a blizzard today, all the proceeds go to the Stollery. What better excuse do you need for ice cream on a 30 degree day???

08/02/2018

We've got a number of crowns to deliver today. They come in all shapes and sizes! Yay dentistry!

07/12/2018

When you get your regular dental check up, we're concerned about more than just your teeth. We examine your head, neck, and all of the gummy & bony tissues inside your mouth. Sometimes, we find signs that point to problems in other parts of your body.

Watch Routine dental exam uncovers life-threatening disease for Alberta girl Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

06/26/2018

Toothbrush tips from a Pro!

1. Clean Your Toothbrush

Simply rinse excess toothpaste off of your brush after each use and allow it to air dry. You don't need special covers for it, and you shouldn't store it in any containers. Studies show that if you do so, you can actually breed bacteria on the bristles and that's just nasty.

2. Replace Your Toothbrush every 3 months.

Bristles deteriorate with time and usage, so if you're using the same toothbrush beyond a few months, you may not be getting the best clean anymore. Rather, make a point of getting a new brush every three months (if you're in for regular dental hygiene appointments, we'll probably be providing at least two of those!).