Those who experience TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) know what a debilitating condition it can be. Jaw pain, facial tension, difficulty chewing, and even opening your mouth without discomfort or pain are all symptoms. Thankfully, the premier non-invasive solution is now offered by the skilled technicians at Kitsilano Smiles. EMFACE® is the first treatment to simultaneously…
Kitsilano Smiles is proud to offer a non-surgical, non-invasive way to reduce your double chin and restore your facial appearance! EMFACE® is a revolutionary, no-needle system that lifts, tightens, and tones your face. It uses high-intensity electromagnetic stimulation (HIFES™) which triggers the facial muscles to contract — effectively running your facial muscles through a toning-and-firming…
Raised in the Canadian Rockies as the daughter of a Park Warden, Kylea moved to the West Coast to become a dental assistant and graduated as a CDA in 1999 from the University of Fraser Valley. After practicing assisting for several years, she returned to school to complete her Registered Dental Hygienist program in 2008…
As our population continues to age and live longer, brain health has increasingly become a hot topic. As reported in SELF Magazine, science suggests a daily practice that may help us ward off dementia: proper care of our teeth and gums. Research suggests that those who suffer from periodontal (gum) disease — and who are…
It is with heavy hearts and inexpressible gratitude that we announce Dr. Sharlene Tabata’s retirement from her remarkable career in dentistry. Sharlene’s patients, friends, and colleagues will miss her warmth as well as her skill and sensitivity as a dentist — an expertise 46 years in the making! Born in Vancouver and raised in Kamloops,…
Back in the day, if dentists and orthodontists wanted a comprehensive 3D model of your teeth, you had to open very, very wide. The procedure involved filling mouth-sized trays with goopy, plasticky cement which would slide into your mouth and then remain for several minutes as the mold was set. With luck, the goop didn’t…
The future of dentistry has arrived at Kitsilano Smiles with the addition of our new Solea dental laser. Solea is an advanced new dental laser technology that is virtually replacing the needle, drill, and scalpel in the dental office. Solea can accommodate patients of all ages and procedures of all kinds—without the need for anesthetic…
Our newest member of the Kitsilano Smiles team is also our furriest. Bella is a Leonberger puppy who came to us in April, and frequently visits our office. She is friendly, gentle, and a joy to have around, quietly napping and sometimes rousing herself to greet patients. Although still a puppy, Bella is very unassertive…