Dental Maintenance in Ottawa
Ongoing examinations and personalized preventive care to help protect comfort, function and oral health.
Serving patients from Bank Street, Alta Vista, Hunt Club, South Keys, Greenboro, Riverside South, Findlay Creek, Greely, Gloucester, Vanier and surrounding Ottawa communities.
Dental Maintenance
Ongoing dental care can help identify changes in your oral health before they develop into more complex concerns. Maintenance appointments may include examinations, preventive care and personalized recommendations. We can also monitor existing fillings, crowns, implants or dentures and address concerns involving comfort, function or appearance.
What Ongoing Dental Care Can Monitor
- Changes involving teeth, gums, bite or oral tissues.
- Existing fillings, crowns, bridges, implants and dentures.
- Areas that trap food, feel sensitive or are difficult to clean.
- Home-care routines and preventive recommendations tailored to your needs.
Maintenance Plans Should Reflect Your Oral Health
The appropriate interval and services are not identical for every patient. Recommendations may consider gum health, past dental treatment, decay risk, home care, medical factors and any current concerns.
An examination can help identify changes in existing dental work and the surrounding teeth or tissues. Diagnostic imaging may be recommended when clinically appropriate rather than automatically at every visit.
If a concern is found, the team can explain it and discuss whether monitoring, preventive changes, repair or further treatment should be considered.
Recommendations are based on an individual examination and, when appropriate, diagnostic imaging. Contact the office if symptoms are urgent or changing.
A Clear, Supportive Process
We explain the findings, available options and practical next steps so you can make an informed decision about your care.
Update
Tell us about health changes, medications, symptoms and any concerns since your last appointment.
Examination
Assess teeth, gums, oral tissues, bite and existing dental work as appropriate.
Preventive Care
Complete recommended maintenance services and review personalized home-care strategies.
Next Steps
Plan the next interval and address anything that may need monitoring or treatment.
Dental Maintenance Near You
Dr. Sze Dental is located at 1535 Bank Street, Unit A, Ottawa, Ontario K1H 7Z1. Our Bank Street office welcomes patients from central, south and east Ottawa.
Bank Street, Alta Vista & Heron Gate
Convenient continuing dental care for patients near our south-central Ottawa office.
Hunt Club, South Keys & Greenboro
Ongoing examinations and maintenance for individuals and families in nearby neighbourhoods.
Riverside South, Findlay Creek & Greely
Patients from south Ottawa are welcome to establish a personalized maintenance routine.
Gloucester & Vanier
Our practice also welcomes patients from east and central Ottawa for continuing oral healthcare.
Questions About Dental Maintenance
How often should I attend dental maintenance appointments?
The appropriate interval depends on your oral health, risks, existing dental work and professional recommendations. The team can suggest a schedule after assessment.
Are dental X-rays needed at every maintenance visit?
Not necessarily. Imaging recommendations depend on clinical findings, history, risk and the date and type of available images.
Can existing implants and dentures be checked?
Yes. Maintenance visits can include monitoring implants, dentures and the supporting tissues, along with existing fillings, crowns and bridges.
What if I notice a problem between visits?
Contact the office rather than waiting for the next planned appointment, especially if you notice pain, swelling, damage or a significant change.
Talk With Dr. Sze About Dental Maintenance
Schedule a consultation at our Bank Street dental office to discuss your concerns, receive a personalized assessment and understand the options that may be appropriate for you.
Coverage through private insurance or the Canadian Dental Care Plan varies by eligibility, service, co-payment, annual limits and preauthorization requirements. Contact our team for an estimate and current participation information.