Trusted by 5,000+ Patients
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For over 23 years, families across Kanata and Stittsville have trusted our dental clinic for gentle, honest, patient-centred care. We believe quality dentistry is defined not only by advanced technology, but by helping you and your family become informed, confident partners in your dental health at every visit, at every age.
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Comprehensive care for your every dental need, all in one Kanata dental clinic.
Terry Fox Dental Centre accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), providing preventive and restorative dental care. Not sure if you qualify? Visit our dental clinic in Kanata today. Our team will help you check your eligibility and coverage.
Trusted by Families for Over 2 Decades
We are a Kanata family dental clinic, and we aspire to provide you, your children, and your loved ones with the highest quality of dental care, within a warm and caring environment.
Terry Fox Dental Centre is a family-run general dentistry practice in Kanata, and we aspire to provide you, your children, and your loved ones with the highest quality of dental care within a warm, caring, and judgment-free environment.
From AI-assisted digital X-rays to iTero 3D scanning and CEREC same-day crowns, we invest in the latest dental technology for accurate, comfortable treatment.
From nitrous oxide sedation to calming interiors, your comfort is our focus especially for anxious patients and children.
Convenient weekday appointments, same-day emergency dental care in Kanata, and easy online booking to suit your busy lifestyle.
We treat smiles of all ages with gentle, personalized attention from your child’s first visit to complete family dentistry in Kanata.
We are more than just a dental clinic in Kanata we are your long-term partners in achieving a healthier, more confident smile
Hear directly from families across Kanata and Stittsville who’ve experienced our care.
Answers to the questions Kanata patients ask us most, so you feel confident before your visit.
Your first visit at our Kanata dental clinic is designed to be comfortable, personalized, and unhurried. You’ll meet your dental care team, and we’ll take time to understand your oral health history, concerns, and smile goals. Your visit includes a comprehensive assessment supported by digital X-rays, AI-assisted X-ray analysis, and a 3D iTero intraoral scan followed by a customized treatment plan built around your comfort, priorities, and budget. New patients also receive a free electric toothbrush as a welcome gift.
Yes. We accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and work with private dental insurance.
CDCP patients: We bill the CDCP directly for covered treatment. You pay only your portion at the time of
your visit: any co-payment that applies to your CDCP coverage tier, plus any difference between our fee
and the amount the CDCP pays. Treatment that is not covered by the CDCP is paid by the patient. We will
explain your expected costs before treatment begins.
Private insurance: We are a fee-for-service office, so you pay at the time of your visit and are reimbursed
by your insurer. We are happy to submit your claim for you, and we can request a pre-determination in
advance so you know what your plan is expected to cover.
Yes, we do offer emergency dentistry services and in most cases we can accommodate same-day emergency appointments. Whether you’re dealing with tooth pain, swelling, a broken tooth, a lost filling, or a dental injury, our front desk team will assess the urgency and arrange the earliest possible visit. Our focus is relieving your discomfort quickly and giving you a clear plan to restore your oral health.
Yes! We warmly welcome new patients from Kanata, Stittsville, and surrounding Ottawa communities. Whether you’re looking for a new family dentist, a routine cleaning and checkup, emergency care, Invisalign, dental implants, or a second opinion, our team would be happy to meet you.
As a trusted Kanata dental clinic, we offer complete dental care for all ages, with most treatment provided in-house: preventive care and family dentistry, dental implants, Invisalign, same-day CEREC crowns, bridges, porcelain veneers, extractions, root canal treatment, emergency dental care, teeth whitening, night guards, sports guards, and personalized smile makeover consultations.
Absolutely. Our dentists are experienced in helping young patients feel calm and confident. We provide children’s exams, cleanings, fluoride, sealants, fillings, and emergency care with a gentle, age-appropriate approach and nitrous oxide sedation available when appropriate.
Most patients benefit from a checkup and cleaning every six months, but the right schedule is personal. Dentistry is needs-based healthcare your recall interval should reflect your gum health, cavity risk, medical history, and goals. We’ll build a maintenance plan that fits you.
Many dental problems develop silently. Regular checkups let us catch early signs of cavities, gum disease, infection, worn teeth, and failing dental work before they become painful or expensive. Prevention protects both your smile and your budget.
Yes. Modern digital X-rays use very low radiation and reveal problems a visual exam can’t cavities between teeth, bone loss, infection, and issues under existing fillings or crowns. We only recommend X-rays when your oral health, history, and risk factors call for them.
Teeth can become sensitive to hot and cold for several reasons, including gum recession, enamel wear, cavities, cracked teeth, grinding, exposed root surfaces, or older dental work that may need attention. Sensitivity can be mild and temporary, but it can also be an early warning sign of a deeper issue. During your visit to our Kanata dental clinic, our dentists will carefully assess the source of the sensitivity and recommend a personalized solution, which may include desensitizing products, fluoride treatment, a night guard, replacing worn fillings, or treating any underlying dental concerns to protect your comfort and long term oral health.
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Have you ever wondered what happens when your dentist fills a cavity? Dental fillings are made from specially designed materials that repair damaged tooth structure, restore the shape of your tooth, and help protect it from further decay. But not all fillings contain the same ingredients. Modern dental fillings can be made from composite resin, […]
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Whether you’re booking an appointment or have questions about our Kanata dentistry services, our team is here to help. We serve families across Kanata, Stittsville, Bridlewood, Katimavik, and West Ottawa.
