FAQs for Summit Heights Dental

Look for a dental office that offers the services you need, convenient scheduling, and a welcoming environment. It is also helpful to choose a practice that provides preventive, restorative, cosmetic care, and emergency dental care so your oral health needs can be addressed in one location.

Our family dentist in North York provides care for patients of all ages. Services commonly include dental exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, root canal treatment, preventive care, and cosmetic treatments. Family care can allow multiple generations of a family to receive care from the same dental team. Visit our Services page for a full treatment list.

Most patients benefit from a dental exam and professional cleaning every six months. However, some individuals may require more frequent visits depending on their oral health needs, medical history, or risk factors for gum disease and tooth decay.

Dental emergencies include severe tooth pain, knocked-out teeth, broken teeth, dental infections, swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, or injuries affecting the teeth, gums, or jaw. Prompt treatment is designed to help prevent complications and relieve discomfort. Call our emergency dentist in North York!

Many dental practices, including Summit Heights Dental, aim to accommodate emergency patients as quickly as possible. If you are experiencing pain, swelling, or dental trauma, contact our office immediately to discuss available appointment options.

Dental implants in North York may be suitable for adults who have one or more missing teeth and healthy gums. Adequate jawbone support is also important. A dental examination and diagnostic imaging are needed to determine whether implants are right for you. You can schedule your examination today via our Contact page.

Dental implants are designed to be a long-term tooth replacement option. With good oral hygiene, regular dental visits, and healthy lifestyle habits, implants can remain functional for many years.

Wisdom teeth removal may be recommended when the teeth become impacted, cause pain, contribute to crowding, increase the risk of infection, or affect neighbouring teeth. Regular dental examinations are focused on determining whether extraction is necessary.

Our dentist in North York will examine your teeth and discuss the procedure beforehand. Local anesthesia and, in some cases, sedation options may be used. After the extraction, you will receive instructions to help support healing and recovery.

Sedation dentistry uses medication designed to help patients feel more relaxed during dental treatment. It may benefit individuals with dental anxiety, a strong gag reflex, difficulty sitting for long procedures, or those undergoing more complex treatment.

Dental bonding uses a tooth-coloured resin created to improve the appearance of teeth. It can help address chipped teeth, small gaps, minor cracks, discolouration, and uneven tooth shapes. Bonding is often completed in a single visit.

Yes. Summit Heights Dental welcomes eligible patients covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). Coverage varies based on individual eligibility and services received, so patients are encouraged to contact our office to discuss their benefits and treatment options.