Healthy dentists
Healthy Albertans

A mouth says a lot

Every year, thousands of Canadians are diagnosed with oral and oropharyngeal cancers. These cancers can develop in the mouth or throat and often do not cause pain or obvious symptoms early on.

Visiting the Dentist

Your dentist wants to help you fully understand your treatment options and associated costs before making dental care decisions. Learn more about the dental team, fees and support programs for Albertans.

Your Oral Health

Dental Benefits

It’s important to know how your dental plan can help you and how it works. Whether you have a dental plan or not, the first step is always talking to your dentist to establish your dental health needs.

Fluoride

The ADA supports water fluoridation as a safe, effective method for preventing dental cavities.

Oral Health Programs for Albertans

The Government of Alberta has various low-income dental programs for Albertans in financial need without access to dental insurance.

Latest dental news

Dr. Donald Beeson

“You Saved My Life” – Patient credits his dentist for pointing out the risk of a stroke

When it comes to strokes, the evidence is clear: moments matter. Acting quickly can make the difference between recovery and long-term impact. In David’s case, awareness and timely action helped ensure he received the care he needed when it mattered most.

Photo of Dr. Arohi Talwar

Mouth guard, eh?

Dr. Arohi Talwar runs Smileville Dental in Calgary, where he and his team have built a reputation on compassionate, patient-centred care.

Show up, listen, and learn as you go

Dr. Jared Ord does not wait for perfect conditions before taking on responsibility. Throughout his career, he has stepped forward early—trusting that preparation, mentorship, and values matter more than certainty.

About Us

Our members are clinicians, entrepreneurs, leaders, mentors and deeply embedded in their community. We help dentists optimize every aspect of their personal and practice lives because we believe that healthy dentists mean healthy patients.