Your Antigonish Invisalign® ProviderPatient Information
Your First Visit
We ask that you arrive about 10 minutes early for your first appointment so that you have plenty of time to fill out a New Patient form.
Children Under 15
If you have a child under the age of 15, we ask that you bring their health card to their first appointment. Some dental procedures are covered under the Nova Scotia Children’s Oral Health Program.
Initial Examination
Your dentist will review your dental history and complete a dental exam. This will include an examination of your gums, teeth, bite and jaw, an oral cancer screening and any X-rays that may be required.
Treatment Plan
At Antigonish Family Dentistry, we like to keep our patients informed and do what we can to ensure you understand your diagnosis as well as your treatment plan. Your dentist will also take the time to answer any questions you have about your treatment options.
Insurance & Financing
At Antigonish Family Dentistry, we'll help you navigate our payment options, insurance claims, and financing so you can focus on achieving your dental goals.
Insurance Claims
We can direct bill your insurance company and our administrative team is happy to assist you in understanding your insurance plan better.
Payment Methods
The full treatment cost must be paid at the end of each appointment. We accept payment by cash, debit, most major credit cards, and e-transfers.
For patients who require extensive dental care, we are pleased to offer flexible payment plans. Please speak to our staff if you believe a payment plan may be right for you or if you have any questions.
WayDent Financing
We offer financing to help you achieve your dental health goals. Fill out an application online for quick and easy financing or text patientfinance to 75837.
Office FAQS
Read the FAQs to learn more about what to expect at Antigonish Family Dentistry.
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What features does your clinic offer?
Our clinic offers a number of features, including:
- Convenient Locations & Hours
- Free On-site Parking
- Quick Check-up Appointments
- Multiple Appointment Bookings for Families
- Short Wait Times
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What is your payment policy?
Payment for services is due at the end of each appointment.
For the convenience of our patients, we accept the following methods of payment:
- Cash
- Personal cheque
- Debit
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- E-Transfers
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How can I book an appointment?
To book an appointment at Antigonish Family Dentistry, please contact our office during our regular business hours.
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How do I cancel or reschedule an appointment?
To cancel or reschedule an appointment, please call us. Please let us know about any change of plans as soon as you can, so we can offer the space in our schedule to another patient.
Appointments are scheduled specifically for you! Our commitment to you is that we will make every effort to book an appointment that best suits your schedule. We will also call you two days prior to your appointment to remind you of the date and time you are scheduled to see one of our doctors or hygienist.
We require a minimum of 24 hours' notice to change and/or cancel appointments. If you fail to cancel your appointment or do not show up for your appointment, we do reserve the right to charge you a fee for the time we have lost. We ask that you respect our time as we respect yours. We will make every effort to accommodate your change or cancellation with the proper 24 hours’ notice provided.
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Do you offer appointment reminders?
In the days before your appointment, you will receive automated phone, text, or email appointment reminders from us. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please call us as soon as possible to let us know.
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Does your clinic have on-site parking?
Yes, we have free on-site parking available for all our patients.
Support for Anxious Patients
Being anxious or fearful about dental appointments is very common. That said, it can stop people from getting the dental care they need. If this sounds like you, don't stress.
The team at Antigonish Family Dentistry has a variety of practices in place, including dental sedation options, to help you relax during your appointments with your dentist.
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New Patients Always Welcome
Looking for a dentist in Antigonish? We're happily accepting new patients at our dental clinic! Contact us to get started today.
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Hours
- Monday:08:00 am - 05:30 pm
- Tuesday:08:00 am - 05:30 pm
- Wednesday:08:00 am - 05:30 pm
- Thursday:08:00 am - 05:30 pm
- Friday:08:00 am - 05:00 pm
- Saturday:Closed
- Sunday:Closed
We can accommodate patients that want later appointments.