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TMJ Disorders: What Causes Jaw Pain and How Is It Treated Holistically?

Jaw pain can make everyday activities like eating, talking, or yawning uncomfortable. Sometimes, the problem involves the temporomandibular joints (TMJs), which connect your lower jaw to your skull. A biological dentist in Calgary may look beyond the painful area to consider your bite, jaw movement, dental habits, and other factors that could be contributing to the discomfort.…
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How Does Sugar Actually Cause Cavities?

You might think sugar directly eats holes in your teeth, but that's not quite how it works. The real culprit is the chain reaction that happens when sugar meets the bacteria living in your mouth.  Sugar feeds harmful bacteria in your mouth, which produce acid that dissolves your tooth enamel over time, creating cavities. The…

Are Your Dental Fillings Affecting Your Health?

Your oral health is a window to your body's overall wellness. The materials used in your dental work can influence how you feel day to day. If you have older metal fillings, it may be helpful to understand how they relate to your health. You deserve to feel your best, and exploring every aspect of…
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How Often Should You Replace Your Toothbrush?

Your toothbrush sits in your bathroom every day, quietly collecting bacteria and slowly wearing down with each use. At Health First Dental, we know that even basic habits like replacing your toothbrush regularly matter for holistic oral health. You should replace your toothbrush every three months, but certain situations like illness, gum disease, or frayed…
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Children’s Dental Health from a Holistic Perspective

Every parent wants to give their child the best start in life, including a strong, healthy smile. Holistic dentistry focuses on the whole child—how their teeth, gums, breathing, and nutrition connect to overall wellness. In this guide, we’ll share practical ways to support your child’s oral health naturally. It can feel overwhelming to navigate all…
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Personalized, Holistic General Dentistry

We’re here to support you and your family so you can keep smiling brightly.

We can diagnose and treat common concerns like gum disease, TMJ disorders, and tooth decay. We can also help diagnose more serious conditions like oral cancer and can carefully examine other potential health risks from materials like mercury fillings, fluoride, and incompatible metals, promoting treatments that prioritize your safety and overall health.

Dr. Sean Freiberg, Dr. Jenna Kerbrat, and our dedicated team rely on scientific evidence and individual testing to offer health-centred solutions for oral care.

Your Holistic Dentist
in Calgary

Find our holistic dental practice at the Northland Village shopping centre in Calgary, inside the Northland Professional Centre right across the lot from the Walmart Supercentre. Plenty of parking is available in front of the building.

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  • 303 4600 Crowchild Trail NW
  • Calgary, AB T3A 2L6

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8:00 AM 4:30 PM
Tuesday:
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Wednesday:
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Thursday:
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Friday:
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Saturday:
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Sunday:
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