Convenient Access from Southridge
Straighter smiles, healthy check-ups and treatment for every age are a 3-minute drive from Southridge. Didsbury Dental Centre sits on 20 Street in downtown Didsbury, so the trip north from the south end of town is a short one. As a dentist near Southridge with braces, Invisalign® and Myobrace® under one roof, we can follow a whole family's orthodontic needs without referrals.
Leaving Southridge Park, drive north on 22 Street and turn right on 12 Avenue. Go left onto 21 Street, then right on 15 Avenue, and turn left onto 20 Street to head north through the downtown blocks. You will reach 2220 20 St, Didsbury, AB T0M 0A2 after about 1.5 km.
The route uses 15th Avenue, the east-west link between the south end and downtown, and then follows Didsbury's main commercial street to our door. Before you set out, you can open our listing on Google Maps.
Across the rail line to the east, Deer Coulee is our next-closest neighbourhood, and Westhill sits a little to the north-west. Patients from both use much of the same downtown route.
Southridge, a Quiet Corner of South Didsbury
Southridge is a single-family neighbourhood at the south end of Didsbury, in Mountain View County, west of the rail corridor and south of 15th Avenue. The Town groups it with Silverstone and Meadowview in one planning area of mostly detached homes. Its looping Southridge Crescent and the numbered cul-de-sacs of Southridge Place give the streets a calm, tucked-away feel.
Southridge Park, inside the crescent loop, is the neighbourhood's shared green space. The Town has proposed upgrading it and adding multi-use pathways, along with a new pathway on the south side of 15th Avenue to link schools and downtown. Its parks and recreation page lists more places to play across town.
Single-family streets tend to mean households with children at several stages at once: a toddler, a child with loose teeth and a teen thinking about braces. A practice that can see all of them, and the parents too, saves a lot of driving to separate offices.
Because the drive runs straight through downtown, a visit pairs easily with errands on 20th Street. Every weekday opens at 7 am, and we stay open until 5 pm Monday to Thursday and 3:30 pm on Friday. Orthodontic check-ins can be slotted around school drop-off, shifts and practices.
Orthodontics for Every Age in Southridge
Orthodontic questions come up in almost every family, and the answers depend on age. For younger children, the focus is on how the jaws and airway are growing. For teens and adults, it is about moving teeth that are already in place.
For children still growing, Dr. Krim provides Myobrace®, a myofunctional therapy approach that works on tongue posture, breathing and the habits that influence jaw development. Whether it suits your child depends on an assessment of their growth and habits.
Teens and adults usually choose between fixed brackets and clear aligners. Traditional Braces remain a reliable option for complex tooth movement. Invisalign® uses a series of removable clear trays that come out for meals and brushing, which many adults prefer for work.
New patients can start with a Free Invisalign® Consultation to see whether aligners suit their teeth. Our IOS digital scanner captures the impressions, so there are no goopy trays to bite into.
Straightening is only part of the picture. Teeth that line up properly are easier to clean, wear more evenly and put less strain on the jaw joints, which is why orthodontics often goes hand in hand with good prevention.
Braces and aligners also mean more visits than a typical year of check-ups. Short progress visits are far easier when the office is a few minutes from home, which is one reason families at the south end of town keep their orthodontic care local. If a bracket comes loose or a wire starts to poke, call us, because our team reserves time in the schedule each day for urgent cases.
Retainers protect the result. Teeth naturally tend to drift after braces come off or the last aligner is finished, so a retainer is part of completing treatment rather than an extra. Its fit can be checked at your regular check-ups.
What Your Dentist Near Southridge Offers
Orthodontics
Traditional braces, Invisalign® and Myobrace® are all offered in-house. Southridge families can keep a child's growth guidance and a parent's aligners with the same team.
Preventative Care
Brackets and aligners make cleaning harder, so regular hygiene visits matter more during treatment. Our hygienists use GBT Airflow guided biofilm therapy to clear plaque around brackets and along the gumline.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Once teeth are straight, cosmetic bonding can refine chipped or uneven edges. Many patients plan these steps together so the final result is consistent in shape and shade.
TMD Treatment
Jaw pain, clicking and morning headaches can come from clenching or bite problems. We assess the jaw joints and muscles and suggest options such as a nightguard.
Meet Your Didsbury Dental Team
Orthodontic care here includes Dr. Richard Krim, who graduated from the University of Alberta in 2001 and is an Invisalign, MyoBrace and standard braces provider. Dr. Lindsay Orser also offers Invisalign alongside implants, dentures and facial rejuvenation treatments, and she is available Monday through Friday.
Insurance, Payment & Financing
Orthodontic treatment is a bigger investment, so we offer flexible payment plans for extensive care, arranged with our Financial Coordinator or Office Manager, plus financing through iFinance. We accept most traditional insurance plans and will gladly verify your benefits before treatment begins. We take cash, debit, Visa and MasterCard.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Didsbury Dental Centre from Southridge, and how do I get there?
Plan on about 3 minutes for the 1.5 km drive. From Southridge Park, take 22 Street, 12 Avenue, 21 Street and 15 Avenue, then turn left onto 20 Street and head north through downtown. Families wanting a dentist near Southridge who also handles braces and aligners will find the whole route stays on quiet town streets.
How do I know if my child needs braces?
A dental exam is the most reliable way to tell. Signs worth mentioning include crowded or crooked teeth, an overbite or underbite, early or late loss of baby teeth, and mouth breathing. Our dentists check bite and jaw growth at regular visits, so many concerns are spotted early and discussed with you long before treatment would start.
Can adults get Invisalign?
Yes, Invisalign® clear aligners are an option for many adults. The clear aligners are removable for eating and brushing and are hard to notice in daily life. Dr. Krim and Dr. Orser both provide Invisalign, and new patients can book a free Invisalign consultation to learn whether their teeth are a good match for aligners.
Do you offer payment plans for braces or Invisalign?
Yes. Flexible payment plans are available for extensive treatment, set up with our Financial Coordinator or Office Manager, and financing is offered through iFinance. Our team can also check what your insurance plan covers for orthodontics. That way you know your share of the cost before the first aligner or bracket goes on.
Why does my jaw click or ache when I wake up?
Morning jaw pain and clicking are often linked to clenching or grinding during sleep. Over time, that pressure can strain the jaw joint and wear down teeth. An exam of your bite, joints and muscles helps find the cause, and treatment may include a custom nightguard to protect your teeth and ease the strain overnight.
Schedule Your Visit from Southridge
From a first check-up to a full orthodontic plan, your dentist near Southridge is just up 20 Street. Call 587-317-9524 to book, see the other neighbourhoods and towns on our Areas We Serve page, or return to the Dentist Didsbury, AB homepage.