Why Choose Invisalign For Teens

by torjl | Apr 28, 2016 | Invisalign

Why Choose Invisalign For Teens

If you’re a teen, or the parent of a teen, who is considering orthodontic correction, Invisalign should be one option to think about! If you haven’t heard of Invisalign before, it is the invisible way to straighten your smile. Invisalign for Teens offers many different benefits that can make aligning your teeth simpler and more flexible compared to traditional metal braces. At Academy Dental, we are proud to be certified Invisalign providers for Victoria residents!

How Does Invisalign Work?

Like conventional braces, Invisalign corrects a number of common orthodontic issues. This includes underbites, overbites, crossbites, and crooked or misaligned teeth. Academy Dental can provide Invisalign to straighten out your smile! The process uses a series of clear, custom-made aligner trays that will fit perfectly into your mouth. The trays are made of BPA-free plastic that is smooth, comfortable, and designed specifically for your unique orthodontic needs. Every two weeks, you change your set of aligner trays and your teeth will gradually move into place!

Benefits For Teens

As a teen, life is very dynamic and constantly evolving. The last thing you should be worrying about is dealing with uncomfortable metal braces! Thankfully, Invisalign for Teens is a trusted method for teenagers and young adults to straighten their smile with added convenience and flexibility. You can smile for photos and laugh with your friends, all the while feeling confident about your teeth! With Invisalign Teen, you will have the freedom to do the things you love – eating your favorite foods, playing sports and instruments, and just being yourself! The best part is you’ll have a perfectly straight new smile, without anyone knowing that you had braces.

Ready to change your life with a brand new smile? Ask your Victoria dentist today at Academy Dental about getting Invisalign for Teens!

Why You Can’t Put Off Dental Check-Ups

by torjl | Apr 22, 2016 | Academy Dental, Dental Care

Why You Can’t Put Off Dental Check-Ups

When was the last time you visited your dentist for a check-up? Many people don’t realize just how important a dental checkup can be for your overall health! We recommend come in for a checkup and see a dental professional at least two times a year for examinations and cleanings. At Academy Dental, your Victoria dentist, we analyze your teeth and gums for signs of dental cavities, gingivitis, and all other health problems.

Even if you think your mouth is healthy because you brush and floss everyday, you are not able to reach and examine all the parts of your own mouth. Our dental experts can analyze your mouth in deep detail and keep in mind the condition of your teeth and gums!

Here’s some more reasons why your dental checkups are important:

Dental checkups allow your dentist to look for problems that you might not see or feel
Dealing with other oral health problems (normally, the earlier a problem is found, the more workable it is).
They help us to find early indications of decay. You won’t notice decay right away because it doesn’t become visible or trigger pain until it reaches advanced phases!
They allow us to talk about any changes to your medical history that may have occurred since your last checkup.
We can inspect the skin and soft tissue inside the mouth for any abnormalities. X-rays will be taken of any teeth that reveal indications of decay or wear.
Previous dental treatments will also be checked and evaluated such as extractions, fillings, crowns and implants, just making sure everything is healthy and as it needs to be!

It’s important to remember that clients of all ages including babies, children, adults, and seniors require a dental checkup, which is why we’re happy to provide family dentistry for all members of your household! A dental check up allows us to spot problems within the early stages and enables us to treat them right away which prevents the issue from developing into a more severe problem. That’s why maintaining appointments with us is so necessary.

Simply contact Academy Dental today, in Victoria, and we’ll be happy to schedule your next appointment!
Call us at (250) 385-6552.

VOTE FOR US IN BEST OF THE CITY 2016!

by torjl | Apr 4, 2016 | Academy Dental

VOTE FOR US IN BEST OF THE CITY 2016!

Academy Dental is so excited to be participating in this years Best of the City Competition! We’ve been voted the Best Place to Improve Your Smile for THREE years in a row.

We are so thankful to everyone who has supported us over the years! We strive to be the best to keep our patients smiling!

Now we need your help! We need your support again to help us win Best of the City 2016! This will be our 4th win in a row, but only YOU can get us there!

It’s so easy to vote! All you have to do is follow this link, scroll down until you find the Best Place to Improve Your Smile category, and type Academy Dental into the box beside it! Then fill out 40 or more categories, click Submit and you’re done! It only takes a few minutes out of your day, but we really appreciate it. Your continual support means a lot to us!

You will also be entered to win a prize! When you fill out and submit a ballot, you’ll be eligible to win $100 cash in a random draw.

We love to see our patients succeed. That’s why we are committed to being the best and offering the highest level of service possible. We are thrilled to participate in a contest that allows our patients to show us how they feel! We want our patients to love us, just as much as we love them!

We hope to celebrate our win with you! Don’t forget to vote before April 15th. Make sure to follow the link and fill in your vote now!

If you need to schedule an appointment at Academy Dental, call our Fort Street location at (250) 385-6552, or visit us online!

What Are the Advantages of Dental Bridges?

by torjl | Mar 31, 2016 | Dental Bridges

What Are the Advantages of Dental Bridges?

At Academy Dental Centre, we want all of our lovely Victoria and Sooke patients to look and feel confident about their smiles. One of the ways that we restore teeth is through dental bridges. Bridges close the gaps that are left from missing teeth by installing crowns on either side of the gap, and placing a natural-looking tooth replacement in the place of the missing tooth.

Advantages of Bridges

Long-lasting: Dental bridges are permanent structures that are durable and long-lasting. Most patients report their bridges lasting anywhere from ten years to a lifetime.
Affordable: The least expensive treatment option is a removable partial, followed by a bridge, then implants. However, in the long run, implants are less expensive since a bridge may need replacing in 8 to 10 years.
Quick: Dental bridges are usually finished in two visits, whereas dental implants take up to six months to be completed.
Improved Appearance: Dental bridges will not only fill in any missing teeth you have, they will also give you a smile that looks and feels as natural as your original teeth.
Prevents Further Problems: By having a dental bridge procedure done, you will prevent the possibility of developing TMJ disorder and unwanted teeth movement.

There’s no reason for you to live with missing teeth or a smile that you’re unhappy with. Let your Victoria and Sooke dentists at Academy Dental Centre give you a confident new smile with dental bridges. Give us a call today at (250) 385-6552.

Get Ready for Dentistry From the Heart 2016!

by torjl | Mar 28, 2016 | Dentistry from the Heart

Get Ready for Dentistry From the Heart 2016!

We are happy to announce Academy Dental’s Dentistry From the Heart event of 2016! Academy Dental is excited to once again participate in its annual Dentistry from the Heart event, where we provide the community with a day of free dental care! The event take place on April 25th from 8:00am to 4:00pm at our Victoria and Sooke locations. It’s open to the whole community, both kids and adults are welcome to come! But please note that the event is first come, first served. Patients will be able to receive a free filling, extraction or cleaning. Dentistry from the heart has continually been a huge success! Last year, Academy Dental donated over $35,000 in free dental services. The year before last, we donated $42,000! This year we are very excited to carry on the tradition and offer free dental care to the community. Many Canadians are unable to afford basic dental care. This means people are sometimes forced to neglect their dental health in favour more pressing needs. Academy Dental is working with Dentistry from the Heart to help make sure basic dental care accessible to everyone in the community! Dentistry from the Heart was started in 2001 by Florida dentist, Dr. Vincent J. Monticciolo. It’s a worldwide nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free dental care to those in need. Every year, thousands of individual dentists, hygienists, volunteers, and hundreds of practices across the world donate their time and resources to host their own Dentistry from the heart events. It has since grown into a world-class event with more than 300 events per year in the United States, Canada, Ireland, Australia, Puerto Rico, Hawaii, and New Zealand. Academy Dental is proud and excited to once again bring Dentistry from the Heart to Victoria! If you’re interested in receiving free dental services at Academy Dental, be sure to come see us on Monday, April 25 between 8:00am-4:00pm for free dental care. We’re so excited to see you! Please contact us today for more information. If you want to learn more about Dentistry from the heart you can watch an interview with founder Dr. Monticciolo here. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D71_tWlzOrY. Or check out our promo here! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UE3fejsqEQA. Academy Dental Victoria is located at 1195 Fort St. Victoria, V8V 3L1. Academy Dental Sooke is located at 6689 Sooke Road, Sooke, V9Z 1A5.