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Infection control has always been a top priority for our practice, and you may have seen this during your visits to our office. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable.

Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the Alberta Dental Association and College (ADA&C), Health Canada and the Canadian Centre For Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS).

We want to tell you about the infection control procedures we follow in our practice to keep patients and staff safe.

To ensure the health and well-being of our patients and team members, we have installed 2 different types of air purifiers at our dental office. Both of these are manufactured by the Canadian company, Surgically Clean Air.

• CASCADE WHITE - The Cascade White is the first unit you will see when you enter our office. We have placed this in the waiting area because this is the largest room in our office. The Cascade White is able to filter up to 576 cubic feet per minute.
  
  The Cascade White filter has 6 stages of filtration including UV sterilization, plus two additional negative ion chambers to ensure the air is as fresh as possible. These six filters capture 99.998% of dust particles, pollen, volatile organic chemicals (VOCs), mold, allergens, viruses, odors (like formaldehyde and smoke), bio-aerosols, laughing gas, and many other pollutants that are found in the inside air. The negative ion generator makes the indoor environment feel more pure, clean, and energized.

• JADE - The Jade filter is what you will find in each of our operatories. The Jade filters still have the same 6 stage filtering system and will move 383 cubic feet per minute. This means the Jade will filter all the air in a 10 x 10 room in about 2 minutes. 

Both of these filters perform their duties without being loud, (an industry-leading low level of about 55DB) or creating a “breeze” that can be uncomfortable for our patients. 

Some additional changes you may also see when it is time for your next appointment. For example:

• Our office will communicate with you beforehand to ask some screening questions. You’ll be asked those same questions again when you are in the office. We will not allow patients to enter our office who have symptoms or have traveled outside of Canada in the last 2 weeks.
• We have hand sanitizer that we will ask you to use when you enter the office. You will also find some in the reception area and other places in the office for you to use as needed.
• You may see that our waiting room will no longer offer magazines, children’s toys and so forth, since those items are difficult to clean and disinfect.
• In the interest of physical distancing, we are advising all adult patients to attend the office alone to prevent crowding. 
• Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients. That might mean that you’re offered fewer options for scheduling your appointment.
• We will do our best to allow greater time between patients to reduce waiting times for you, as well as to reduce the number of patients in the reception area at any one time.
• For our safety and yours, we currently cannot accept walk-ins. 

We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take to keep you, and every patient, safe in our practice. To make an appointment, please call our office at (403) 382‑2273.

So come on in to get your dental work done and enjoy Surgically Clean Air! 

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Losing teeth affects a person's self-esteem, health, and life quality. Teeth need to be replaced not only due to aesthetic reasons alone. Missing a tooth or teeth can also take a toll on your oral health.

Surrounding teeth may drift out of their proper position and you may experience bite issues as a result. And because your teeth are working harder, they also run the risk of premature wear. You may also feel discomfort in your jaw.

Here at Cool Dental in Lethbridge, we offer options to replace missing teeth. Dentures are the most common option but they have to fit perfectly or they might cause problems for the wearer over time.

Poor-fitting dentures can make you skip nutritious food, such as vegetables, to avoid the discomfort associated with heavy chewing. They can also cause sores in your mouth, making eating and speaking difficult.

Our dental team helps you restore your teeth by recommending the most suitable option for your condition. If you would like to know more about how dentures work, please contact us today at (403) 382-2273 to book your initial consultation.

Types of Dentures

• Full Dentures. You may consider full dentures or false teeth when you no longer have any upper or lower teeth left or are missing all your teeth completely. Suction keeps full dentures in place.

• Partial Dentures. You may look into this option if you’re missing one or multiple teeth. They’re similar to dental bridges, only that partial dentures are removable. If you only have few teeth left and they’re not strong enough to support dental bridges, your dentist may then recommend partial dentures.

• Conventional Dentures. For this type of denture, all your teeth will be removed first. Once your gums have healed, the dentures are fitted to your mouth. You’ll go without teeth throughout the healing process, which can take up to 6 weeks. How long the gums heal varies per patient.

• Immediate Dentures. With immediate dentures, the appliance is made for you before your teeth are extracted. The dentures can be inserted into your mouth as soon as your teeth have been removed. Hence, the term ‘immediate’. You need not wait for your dentures to be prepared and you also won’t have to go without teeth. However, your jawbone and gums will shift and shrink while they’re healing. Your immediate dentures will need to be adjusted to ensure proper fit.

Your dentist will monitor how your gums are healing to see if you’re ready to receive your dentures. Once you already have your dentures, let your dentist know if there are still any sore areas. These spots have to be eliminated by relining your dentures.

How to Care for Your Dentures

Dentures can also accumulate plaque and tartar, which can eventually lead to gum issues and even bad breath. If not treated, the plaque can spread to your natural teeth.

Clean your dentures regularly using denture cleaner or mild soap, and avoid abrasive cleaning agents.

It also helps to massage your mouth when not wearing your dentures. If you feel pain in your gums when brushing, switch to a toothbrush with softer bristles or run your toothbrush under warm water before use.

Keep your dentures where they’ll be safe from falling at height or being squeezed too tightly. Let your dentist know right away should they get damaged.

Don’t miss out on your regular dental hygiene cleanings and exams so your dentist can check your gums for any signs of issues.

Are Dentures the Right Option to Replace My Missing Teeth?

We encourage you to book an initial consultation so Dr. Lachman can examine your mouth and determine which teeth replacement option will work best for you. Other options may also be possible, such as implant-supported dentures or dental implants.

Let’s find out which option is for you.

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