Choose a practice that fits your part of the city
Areas to consider in your search: Downtown, North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke. Use your postal code to narrow your starting point. Ask about the address for each visit, step-free access and companion arrangements before booking.
Understand the treatment
An implant replaces a missing tooth root and supports a crown, bridge or denture. A careful assessment helps determine whether it is right for you.
Read the complete guide, risks and alternativesIs an implant an option for you?
Your dentist assesses your gums, jawbone, medical history and the space available. Active gum disease, smoking and some medical conditions can affect healing. If bone support is limited, additional treatment may be discussed. An implant is one option; bridges and removable dentures may also be appropriate.
Planning, placement and restoration
Treatment usually includes assessment and imaging, placement of the implant, healing, and fitting the replacement tooth. The number of visits and healing period depend on the site and treatment plan. Ask who handles surgery, the final restoration and follow-up care.
Recovery and long-term care
Follow the clinician’s instructions for cleaning, eating and follow-up. Infection, injury to nearby structures and implant failure are possible. Ongoing cleaning and professional maintenance remain important even though the replacement tooth cannot develop a cavity.
What to include in your estimate
Request an itemized estimate for imaging, surgery, the connecting component, the crown or denture, any grafting, and maintenance. Ask how complications or replacement parts would be billed. Do not assume that a quoted implant fee includes the finished tooth.
Verify a professional
Use your province or territory’s professional resources to check registration and explore directories. A dentist’s registration does not establish availability or CDCP participation.
Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario ↗
For other professions, such as dental hygiene or denturism, check the relevant regulator and provincial scope of practice.
Costs, insurance and the CDCP
Fees vary by practice and treatment. Ask for a written estimate and confirm your out-of-pocket cost. The CDCP is federal; provincial or territorial programs may also apply depending on your circumstances.
Read the CDCP guideBefore you book
- Are you accepting patients for this specific service?
- Is a referral needed, and which languages are available?
- Where will each appointment happen, and how many are expected?
- Who do I contact if a problem develops after treatment?
Explore treatment options
Other cities to explore
Distances and travel requirements vary. Confirm treatment locations before booking.
Frequently asked questions
Does ORAL recommend a particular practice?
This page helps you organize your search. It does not rank practices or confirm availability. Verify qualifications and arrangements directly with the provider.
Can I use the CDCP here?
Check your active coverage and ask the practice whether it accepts CDCP claims for the proposed care. Participation and coverage are not guaranteed.
