As 2020 comes to a close, the office of Dr. Jerry Janzen, Dr. Markus Wilson, and Dr. Jenna Gogolinski is pleased to announce a new name for a new year! Now known as Legacy Dental, you can still expect to receive the same great level of care in one convenient location. If you’re looking for a dentist in Prince Albert who is family-friendly and offers comprehensive services for you and your loved ones, you’ve come to the right place! Read on to learn more about why you should choose Legacy Dental for all your oral healthcare needs.

Our world was forever changed when the novel COVID-19 virus spread into a global pandemic. Over seven months later, it is as important as ever that we each do our part to stay safe and healthy, especially as the temperature continues to drop. With this in mind, many patients are hesitant to schedule their routine checkup and cleaning. However, neglecting to attend can have serious consequences on your oral and overall health. That’s why dental teams are implementing additional protocols to practice safety at the dental office. Read on to learn what they are!

This summer is the perfect time to get started on achieving the smile you’ve always wanted. But it’s difficult to know what the best route is to take. You know that both traditional metal braces and Invisalign can transform smiles beautifully, but which one is right for you? Continue reading to learn more about both options so you can make the best decision for your individual smile.

As your Prince Albert dentist reopens, keeping you safe from COVID-19 is their top priority. Numerous steps have been added to their normal infection control protocols to safeguard your health and prevent the spread of germs during your dental treatment. One of these new precautions is to rinse with an antimicrobial mouthwash before care is administered. Can a mouthwash help keep you and your dentist safe from the coronavirus? Here’s what you need to know about this new step in dental patient safety during COVID-19.

Dental crowns are a versatile way to fix a variety of dental issues, including everything from strengthening a weakened tooth, holding together broken enamel, and covering up unsightly cosmetic flaws. These durable, tooth-shaped caps are designed to stay firmly in place for up to 15 years, but that doesn’t always happen. Bad oral health habits and everyday accidents can suddenly damage your dental crown and expose the vulnerable tooth underneath. Here’s a step-by-step guide from your Prince Albert dentist to keep your smile safe if your dental crown breaks or falls off.

With the new year here, are you feeling an itch to fix your teeth and create a gorgeous new smile? If so, then there’s great news; you have a few options to help you achieve the look you’ve always wanted. As you continue reading, you’ll learn about three possible avenues: traditional orthodontics, Invisalign in Prince Albert and porcelain veneers. By choosing one of these options, you can enjoy a brand-new appearance and heightened confidence!

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We would like to congratulate Dr. Jenna on her recent transition to a full-time hospital-based dental practice. For the past 8 plus years, she has been Chief of Dentistry at the Victoria Union Hospital on a part-time basis and will now be full-time in that role. Although we will miss her presence chairside in the office, we look forward to continuing our association as colleagues and with administration through our office.

Are you missing most or all of your teeth? You are not alone. According to federal figures, more than one million Canadians have no natural teeth.

Fortunately, modern dentistry offers several solutions to fully restore patients’ smiles, including dentures.

A popular and effective tooth replacement solution, here is what you can expect when getting dentures.

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If your partner or roommate has been complaining that you snore during the night, it could be a lot more dangerous than you think! Snoring is often connected to sleep apnea, a severe disorder where breathing repeatedly stops and restarts during the night. The condition often goes undetected, but if it’s not treated, you could be at a higher risk for a heart attack or another potentially deadly complication. Learn more about why sleep apnea in Prince Albert should be treated immediately.

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