What to expect at your first visit

Please bring photo ID, your insurance card or CDCP details if you have them, and a list of any medications you currently take. If you have recent X-rays or records from a previous dentist, bringing or forwarding them ahead of time helps us get a fuller picture of your dental history.

A typical first visit runs about 60 minutes. It usually includes an examination, X-rays where clinically indicated, a discussion of any findings, and a cleaning when time allows — otherwise we will book your cleaning as a follow-up so nothing feels rushed.

Often, yes, if time allows after your examination. In some cases we book the cleaning as a separate follow-up visit, particularly if X-rays or a more thorough assessment are needed first. Either way, we will explain the plan before you leave.

We work with most insurance plans and can help you understand your coverage and submit claims on your behalf where your plan allows. Bring your insurance details to your visit and our front-desk team will walk you through what applies to your treatment.

Yes, we see patients through the Canadian Dental Care Plan. Bring your CDCP details to your visit, and our front-desk team will explain how the plan applies to your treatment before anything begins, including anything that may fall outside what is covered. If you are unsure whether you are eligible or have questions ahead of time, call us at (416) 945-1000 or email info@cedarbrae.dental and we will help you sort it out. You can also read more on our dedicated CDCP dentist page.

Yes. Many of our patients feel anxious about dental visits, and our team is used to working at a slower, gentler pace with clear explanations at every step. Learn more about how we support anxious patients on our comfort and sedation dentistry page.

Yes, we welcome children of all ages, from a first checkup as a toddler through the teenage years, and we often see the whole family together in the same visit so parents are not making separate trips. Our approach with young patients is unhurried and reassuring — we explain each step in simple words and let a nervous child settle in before starting anything. Weekend appointments make it easier to fit a child's checkup around school. More detail is available on our children's dentistry page.

You can request an appointment through the form on this site, and a member of our team will contact you to confirm a time. If your need is urgent, calling us during opening hours is the fastest way to be seen.