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If you have been looking for a neighborhood dentist who treats you like a neighbor, welcome to Family Smiles Dental. Our practice sits just north of the QEW on Thomas Alton Boulevard, only a few minutes from Spencer Smith Park and the Burlington Waterfront Trail, so you can pair an appointment with a lakeside stroll. Because the clinic is locally owned and operated, every decision we make keeps Burlington’s families, commuters and retirees front of mind. Whether you work at the Burlington Performing Arts Centre, coach at Haber Recreation Centre or cycle the Waterfront each morning, you will find hours and services designed to fit your schedule.
When you step through our doors you notice soft lighting, the gentle hum of state-of-the-art sterilisation equipment and a reception team that greets you by name. We schedule with breathing-room so you never feel rushed. While you relax, your children can explore our reading nook and watch VIA Rail trains glide past Appleby GO Station. Living in Burlington means balancing lakeside recreation with busy commutes along the 403, and your oral-health routine should match that rhythm. Secure online portals let you review treatment notes between ice-skating at Rotary Centennial Pond and weekend errands at IKEA Burlington. Because the city is part of the official Butterfly Pathway network, we chose low-VOC paint and live greenery that purifies indoor air, echoing Burlington’s commitment to environmental stewardship. We believe dentistry should feel as friendly as your favourite café on Brant Street, and we have shaped every detail of the experience to prove it.
Dr Shveta Chugh, DDS – Meet Our Dentist – brings more than twenty years of clinical skill and global perspective to Burlington. After earning her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 1999 she built three thriving practices in northern India. Relocating to Canada meant meeting new professional standards, so she graduated from Western University with Distinction, a place on the Dean’s Honours List and the Dr Glenn Walker Award for Academic and Clinical Excellence.
Dr Chugh is an Invisalign provider, restores implants and performs crowns, veneers, bridges, root canals, extractions and whitening. Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu – and currently teaching herself Spanish – she explains every option in words you understand. When she is not in the clinic you will find her road-tripping across Ontario with her sixteen-year-old son and their adventurous dog, often hiking the Bruce Trail and picnicking near Mount Nemo. That same sense of discovery guides her approach to care: she listens first, explains clearly and tailors every plan to your lifestyle and budget.
Burlington is more than a mailing address for us – it is where we buy groceries, cheer at youth soccer matches and volunteer at the Joseph Brant Hospital Foundation. Because our roots run deep we welcome patients from every corner of the city and from nearby Oakville, Waterdown and rural Halton. Many commuters hop off Highway 407 at Walkers Line for an evening hygiene visit, then cross the street to pick up groceries before heading home.
From early-bird commuters in Alton Village to retirees gardening in Roseland, our chairs are open to you. Families in Millcroft appreciate Saturday hours when tournaments overlap with check-ups. Busy professionals from Downtown Burlington swing by at lunch for whitening top-ups before client meetings. We have watched homeowners in Headon Forest grow their families, helped athletes in Orchard recover after injuries and guided first-time visitors from Palmer, Tansley, Shoreacres and Plains Road Corridor toward healthier habits.
You deserve dentistry that fits neatly into your life, not the other way around. That means evening appointments for commuters, digital reminders that pop straight into your calendar and treatment plans explained in plain language. Preventive care is at the heart of everything we do because saving a tooth today often saves money tomorrow. We also invest in evidence-based technology that elevates safety and comfort: electric handpieces reduce vibration by forty percent, laser cavity detectors identify demineralisation before it appears on X-rays and ceiling-mounted HEPA filters exchange air twelve times per hour.
Preventive dentistry extends beyond fluoride and floss. We coach you to recognise early signs of systemic issues such as diabetes or sleep apnoea by measuring salivary pH, monitoring wear-facets that hint at reflux and charting tongue posture. Snap a photo of any change and email it for rapid triage – a simple step that can spare you an emergency visit.
Every clinician and administrator completes more continuing-education hours than the provincial minimum. Cross-training means the hygienist cleaning your son’s teeth understands how orthodontic relapse affects restorations and the receptionist scheduling your implant recall knows why occlusal forces dictate appointment timing. Each Friday we hold an in-house study club to review journal articles, discuss case studies and role-play communication scenarios, sharpening both technical and interpersonal skills.
Beyond Dr Chugh you will meet hygienists who grew up in Millcroft and still coach at local swim clubs, assistants who bake cupcakes for Burlington Humane Society fund-raisers and sterilisation technicians who volunteer at Royal Botanical Gardens plant sales. Together we speak six languages and share one goal: treat you as an individual, not a chart number.
Our practice was built on word-of-mouth referrals, and we protect that reputation by explaining fees before we pick up an instrument.
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Imagine biting into a crisp apple after hiking the ravine trails without worrying about shifting dentures. Implants replace missing roots with biocompatible titanium, preserve bone density and stabilise your bite. Digital cone-beam scans map nerves and sinuses, surgical guides shorten chair time and custom crowns blend seamlessly with adjacent teeth, letting you return to the trails days later with confidence.
Children mirror their surroundings, so our paediatric suite mirrors the bright energy of Mapleview Centre’s play zones. We schedule extra time for first visits, let kids count their own teeth and pick fluoride flavours. Sealants, nutritional coaching and a cavity-free rewards programme turn supermarket trips into teachable moments and help little smiles stay healthy for life.
Routine check-ups act as your wellness compass, much like the lighthouse guiding boaters on the lake. We assess gum health, screen for oral cancer and project intra-oral images onto chair-side monitors so you see what we see. Early detection keeps treatment simple and affordable.
Gums form the historical foundation of each tooth, just as the museum preserves Burlington’s roots. Ultrasonic scalers, targeted antibiotics and laser-assisted therapy reverse inflammation, while personalised home-care plans transform daily brushing into powerful disease prevention.
Stage lights magnify every detail. Chair-side whitening lifts deep stains in an hour, and custom trays let you brighten gradually during waterfront jogs. Desensitising ingredients keep sensitivity at bay so you can smile confidently under any spotlight.
A sudden toothache on the morning train can derail your day. Same-day emergency slots let you disembark, receive treatment that removes infection while conserving tooth structure and catch an afternoon connection to Toronto. Bioceramic sealers create a lasting barrier against bacteria, protecting your investment for years.
Porcelain veneers harmonise shape, shade and alignment the way the gardens blend colours and textures. Digital mock-ups preview results, minimal enamel removal preserves strength and natural-daylight lamps perfect shade matching so your new smile stays vibrant season after season.
Cosmetic care layers small changes – bonding, contouring, stain removal – into dramatic transformations. Computerised smile-design software generates realistic simulations you can share with family, and enamel re-contouring smooths tiny edges that catch light on the pier’s waterfront deck.
Athletes know strength and flexibility go hand-in-hand. Zirconia crowns layered with porcelain restore fractured teeth, digital scans replace gooey impressions and chair-side glazing ensures a perfect colour match before your next volleyball practice.
A missing tooth is like finding a plank gone on the cliff-edge boardwalk. Bridges span the gap, restore chewing efficiency and sound natural thanks to multi-layer zirconia. Metal-free connectors create a seamless finish that stands up to crunchy trail mix.
Early intervention turns potential cavities into minor footnotes. Composite fillings cure under LED light in seconds, letting you return to little-league coaching without discomfort. Rubber-dam isolation and carrier-free materials maximise longevity.
Lightweight acrylic bases, precision attachments and optional implant clips restore facial volume and phonetics so you can sip coffee on Brant Street without adhesive worries. Scheduled relines keep the fit snug as tissues remodel.
When a tooth must go, efficient care plus empathy speeds recovery. We offer nitrous oxide for added comfort, review socket-care instructions and make a 24-hour follow-up call. For complex wisdom-teeth cases we coordinate with trusted surgeons and transfer digital files instantly.
Crowded teeth can complicate brushing, just as traffic backups test patience on Plains Road. Invisalign trays shift teeth gently, digital scans replace traditional impressions and remote-monitoring apps let you upload photos for progress checks, reducing in-office appointments without sacrificing results.
Choose a time through our Online Booking Form or call 905-331-2424. Complete the New Patient Forms at home to save time. A virtual tour on the scheduling page lets you preview reception, treatment suites and sterilisation areas. For neurodiverse visitors we provide sensory checklists and encourage familiar noise-cancelling headphones. Digital forms are screen-reader friendly, a high-contrast mode helps low-vision guests and wheelchair spots by the entrance connect to a wide, carpet-free hallway.
During your first visit we capture digital X-rays, take intra-oral photos and discuss goals in depth. Financing options include direct insurance billing, major credit cards and interest-free monthly plans. If questions arise, our Contact Us Page reaches the team directly.
Monday 10 am – 7 pm, Tuesday 10 am – 7 pm, Wednesday 10 am – 7 pm, Thursday 9 am – 5 pm, Friday 9 am – 5 pm, Saturday 9 am – 2 pm. Sunday appointments are reserved for urgent-care pop-ups during peak holiday seasons.
Ask about seasonal promotions such as complimentary electric toothbrushes with comprehensive new-patient exams, subject to availability.
Wheelchair spots are marked directly beside the entrance, and the automatic door opens onto a smooth, accessible hallway.
Are implants safe for seniors? Age rarely limits treatment; we evaluate bone density with CBCT imaging and collaborate with your physician if medication adjustments are needed.
How early should my child visit the dentist? Within six months of the first tooth or by age one, letting us guide teething comfort and brushing technique.
Will whitening harm enamel? Professional gels contain desensitizers and, when used as directed, remove stains without weakening tooth structure.
Can I work after a root canal? Most patients resume normal duties the same day while avoiding chewing on the treated tooth until restored.
What causes bleeding gums? Plaque-induced inflammation is most common; improved home care often resolves minor bleeding within two weeks.
Are veneers permanent? They require minimal enamel reduction, making them a long-term commitment that, with care, lasts ten-plus years.
Is Invisalign pricier than braces? Costs are comparable for mild to moderate cases, and interest-free payment plans are available.
Do silver fillings need replacement? Amalgam is durable; replacement is advised only if margins leak or cracks appear.
How do I know if I clench my teeth at night? Morning jaw soreness, flattened biting surfaces and tiny enamel fractures suggest bruxism; a custom guard can help.
Can pregnant patients receive dental care? Yes – the second trimester is ideal, with X-rays deferred unless urgent.
Does bad breath always signal gum disease? No – diet, sinus issues and dry mouth also contribute; an exam pinpoints the cause.
Are digital X-rays safe? They emit up to eighty percent less radiation than film and produce instant images for accurate diagnosis.
What is a same-day crown? Chair-side CAD/CAM technology scans, designs and mills a ceramic crown in one visit, eliminating temporaries.
Do dentures feel bulky? Modern materials are lighter; precise impressions and implant clips enhance stability and comfort.
Where can I learn more about oral health? Explore our Dental Health Library, or check out our Blog!
Your smile tells the world how you feel, and we are ready to help it shine. Reserve your visit by calling 905-331-2424 or using the online scheduler on our website. If you are still on the fence, stop in for five minutes, meet our lead hygienist and experience the warmth firsthand. Fresh coffee, a wall of patient testimonials and a before-and-after slideshow set many newcomers at ease before they ever sit in the chair – we would love to add your smile story to the montage.