Dental FAQs: Helpful Answers From Your Trusted Local Team
Choosing a dental office comes with plenty of questions, and we love answering them. These dental FAQs cover the topics patients ask us about most, from booking a first visit to paying for treatment and exploring cosmetic options. Cliffside Dental and North Shores Dental have cared for families along Kingston Road for more than 40 years. Our goal is simple: help you feel informed and comfortable before you ever sit in the chair.
We have two locations on Kingston Road. North Shores Dental is at 916 Kingston Road in Toronto, close to the Beaches, Upper Beach, and Kingston Road Village. Cliffside Dental is at 2451 Kingston Road in Scarborough, serving Cliffside, Birchcliff, Cliffcrest, Guildwood, and the Scarborough Bluffs. Whichever side of the city you call home, a dentist in Toronto and Scarborough is only a short drive away.
Both offices are open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. North Shores Dental also offers Saturday hours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., while Cliffside Dental opens one Saturday per month. We are closed on statutory holidays, including Family Day, Good Friday, Canada Day, and Christmas Day.
Yes. We welcome children, teens, adults, and seniors at both offices. During your first visit, we review your health history, take digital X-rays, perform an oral cancer screening, and talk through any concerns or goals you have for your smile.
Our offices operate on a fee-for-service basis. You pay at the time of your visit, and we provide the paperwork you need to submit a claim to your insurance provider for reimbursement. Our front desk team is happy to help you understand your coverage before treatment begins.
We accept Visa, Mastercard, and other payment methods. North Shores Dental also offers in-house financing, which can make larger treatments like dental implants or a smile makeover easier to fit into your budget.
Absolutely. Dental anxiety comes up often in our dental FAQs, and you are far from alone. We offer sedation dentistry for adults and nitrous oxide for children. Our team explains every step before we begin, and you can ask us to pause whenever you need a break.
We use guided Air Polish hygiene, a gentle approach that combines warm water, air, and a fine powder to remove plaque and surface stains. Many patients find it more comfortable than traditional scraping and polishing, especially if they have sensitive teeth.
Our offices use digital X-rays, cone beam 3D imaging, intraoral cameras, and iTero digital scanners, so you can skip the messy impression trays. With CEREC technology, we can design and place dental crowns more efficiently, often reducing the number of visits you need.
Yes. Implant dentistry is a core part of our practice, and our team brings advanced implant training along with memberships in organizations such as the International Congress of Oral Implantologists and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry. We place single implants and implant-retained dentures, and we offer All-on-Four and All-on-Six hybrid prostheses for full-arch restoration.
Yes. We offer Invisalign and other clear aligner systems that gently shift teeth into place with removable, nearly invisible trays. Clear aligners let you eat your favourite foods and brush normally throughout treatment.
From Zoom teeth whitening and take-home whitening trays to porcelain veneers and dental bonding, we offer a full range of cosmetic services. Many patients combine several treatments into a personalized smile makeover designed around their goals.
If you have a cracked tooth, severe pain, swelling, or a tooth injury, call the office closest to you right away. We treat cracked teeth, traumatic injuries, and infections that require root canal therapy, and we work to see urgent cases as quickly as possible.
Most patients benefit from a checkup and cleaning every six months. Patients with gum disease may need more frequent periodontal cleanings or scaling and root planing to keep their gums healthy and prevent future problems.
Still Have Questions? Let’s Talk Today
We hope these dental FAQs answered your questions, but if something is still on your mind, our friendly team is ready to help. Whether you need a routine cleaning, a cosmetic consultation, or a second opinion on dental implants, finding a dentist in Toronto and Scarborough you can trust starts with a simple conversation. Call North Shores Dental or Cliffside Dental, or request your appointment online today.