Knowledge reduces anxiety. Learn what to expect from common dental procedures.
Restorative
In-depth guides to crowns, implants, and root canals.
Walk in with a damaged tooth and leave with a permanent crown the same day: how CAD/CAM scanning, in-house milling, and ceramic compare with traditional lab crowns on strength, aesthetics, and cost.
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Save the tooth or remove it? How Ottawa dentists weigh a root canal against an extraction, from the clinical factors to the real costs and long-term outcomes.
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Your Ottawa guide to dental implants: single implants, All-on-4, metal-free zirconia, 3D-guided surgery, realistic costs, and financing.
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Why crowns are needed, the types available, and what to expect—explained clearly.
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Simple brushing, flossing, and maintenance habits that make your implants last for decades.
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Don't ignore these warning signs of infected tooth pulp—early care saves teeth.
Read more →Detailed information on the treatments we offer at BluSky Dental. Select any procedure below to learn more on its service page.
Professional Dental Cleanings
A step-by-step look at your routine cleaning appointment.
Dental X-Rays
Why we take them, what we look for, and safety information.
Fluoride Treatments
How fluoride protects teeth and who benefits most.
Dental Sealants
A simple treatment that prevents cavities in children (and adults).
Dental Fillings
From numbing to finished—here's what happens.
Dental Crowns
Traditional vs. same-day crowns and what each involves.
Root Canal Treatment
It's not what you think. Learn why root canals save teeth.
Dental Bridges
How bridges replace missing teeth.
Tooth Extractions
Before, during, and after—a complete guide.
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Why, when, and what recovery looks like.
Bone Grafting
Building the foundation for successful implants.
Dental Implants
Timeline and what happens at each stage.
Implant Aftercare
Recovery, healing, and getting your final crown.
All-on-4 Implants
Full-arch restoration in one procedure.
Invisalign
Your journey from consultation to completed smile.
Invisalign vs. Braces
Understanding your orthodontic options.
Teeth Whitening
In-office vs. take-home options explained.
Porcelain Veneers
From consultation to your new smile.
Deep Cleaning (Scaling & Root Planing)
What it is, why it's needed, and what to expect.
Gum Graft Surgery
Restoring gum tissue to protect your teeth.
Sedation Options
Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation compared.
Dental Sedation
Before, during, and after your sedated appointment.
| Procedure | Duration | Numbing? | Recovery |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaning | 30-60 min | Usually no | None |
| Filling | 30-60 min | Yes | Immediate |
| Crown | 1-2 hours | Yes | Minimal |
| Root canal | 60-90 min | Yes | 1-2 days |
| Extraction | 20-45 min | Yes | 3-7 days |
| Implant surgery | 1-2 hours | Yes | 1-2 weeks |
| Whitening | 1-2 hours | No | None |
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Don't hesitate to ask! We're happy to explain any procedure in detail before we begin.
Call: (613) 728-1511
Address: 20 – 1620 Scott Street, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4S7
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