Dr. Sophie's Dental Guide

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Tips for Talking with Dentures

When you first get dentures you may find that speaking isn’t quite as easy with a dental appliance in your mouth. Here are a few tips on how to get better at talking with your dentures in.

What causes sleep apnea?

Sleep apnea is a common condition by which a sufferer experiences breathing pauses frequently during sleep. The following explains the 3 types of sleep apnea and a few of the reasons people experience the condition.

How to Keep Your Smile White After Whitening

After investing in professional teeth whitening you’ll probably want to keep your smile looking bright! Here are a few tips from our dentists on how to keep your smile white after teeth whitening treatment.

Can I get sedation for dental checkups and cleanings?

Dental sedation is not usually offered for regular dental cleanings or checkups, however, we may be able to offer it for patients suffering with extreme anxiety.

How long do dental implants last?

Considering dental implants? Dental implants look, feel and act just like natural teeth, and with proper care can last for decades.

Implant-Supported Dentures

Unsurprisingly, an implant-supported denture is supported by and attached to a dental implant. Here's a little more from our dentists about how they work.

How to Keep Your Gums Healthy

It probably won't surprise you to learn that keeping your gums healthy takes many of the same steps as keeping your teeth healthy. Here are just a few reminders to help you keep both gums and teeth in top condition.

Electric vs. Manual Toothbrushes

Here's a few reasons why electric toothbrushes have an edge over manual toothbrushes.

Professional vs. Over-the-Counter Teeth Whitening

Here, our Surrey and Langley dentist explains why professional whitening systems are safer and more effective than over-the-counter varieties.

When Are Tooth Extractions Necessary?

Usually, our Surrey and Langley dentists only consider a tooth extraction when less invasive procedures would likely be fruitless.

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As a dentist, it's my mission to make the smiles of Langley and Surrey as healthy, beautiful and bright as possible! To this end, I provide high quality general dentistry services and orthodontic treatment with Invisalign's state-of-the-art alignment system.
- Dr. Sophie
Invisalign Provider

Dr. Sophie's Dental Guide

What does dental sedation feel like?

Visiting the dentist's office can cause many people to experience feelings of fear or anxiety. This is completely normal. Luckily some steps can be taken to ease those feelings. In this post, our Surrey and Langley dentists discuss the different types of dental sedation, how they help, and what you will feel while sedated.

Can Invisalign be used with other treatments?

If you are considering treatment with clear aligners but already have previously completed dental work, you may wonder if it is even a possibility. Our dentists in Surrey and Langley talk about how Invisalign can be affected by certain dental services and if it can still be used for orthodontic treatment.