Repair, protect & replace

Restorative Dentistry in St. Clair West, Toronto

Restorative dentistry in St. Clair West, Toronto focused on repairing damaged teeth and supporting comfort and function at Regal Heights Dental Centre.

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St. Clair West Care at 930 St Clair Ave W, Toronto

The smallest suitable restoration is considered in context.

A filling, onlay, crown, replacement option or referral is selected only after the tooth, bite, remaining structure, symptoms and longer-term goals have been assessed.

Restorative dentistry at Regal Heights Dental Centre on St. Clair Ave W aims to return teeth and the bite to comfortable function while preserving healthy tooth structure where possible. Patients from Regal Heights, Wychwood, Oakwood Village and nearby midtown streets use the same clinic so care can stay coordinated as needs change. The most appropriate treatment depends on the extent of damage, the health of surrounding tissues, patient goals and the expected long-term outlook.

Restorative options

Care may include direct fillings, onlays, crowns, bridges, implant-supported restorations and selected cosmetic techniques. A tooth with deep decay or nerve involvement may also need root canal treatment or referral before it can be restored.

Direct fillings

Tooth-coloured or amalgam material placed in a single visit for cavities, minor chips or decay that has not significantly compromised the tooth's structural integrity.

Onlays

A laboratory-made or digitally fabricated restoration that covers weakened cusps while preserving other remaining tooth structure—suited to situations between a simple filling and a full crown.

Crowns

A crown surrounds more of the tooth and may be appropriate when damage, a large existing restoration or biting forces make broader protection necessary. Material choice depends on the tooth, bite and goals.

Bridges and dentures

A fixed bridge supported by neighbouring teeth or a removable partial or complete denture can address one or more missing teeth when implant treatment is not indicated or preferred.

Implant-supported restorations

An implant-supported crown may replace a single missing tooth without altering adjacent teeth. Implant treatment involves separate surgical and restorative stages and may require referral or a staged timeline.

Metal-free ceramic implant options

Where clinically appropriate, zirconia implant options may be discussed alongside conventional titanium systems. Material choice depends on anatomy, bite forces, restorative space, medical history and patient preferences.

Diagnosis before treatment

Options and trade-offs explained

On-site laboratory support where relevant

Treatment planning

We explain what we observe and use clinical examination and imaging where indicated to understand the tooth, bite and surrounding tissues before recommending care.

Review history
Discuss symptoms, previous dental treatment, medications, allergies and any material concerns or preferences.
Clinical examination
Examine the tooth, gums, bite and adjacent structures, with photographs when helpful for planning or records.
Imaging when indicated
Select digital X-rays or other imaging to answer a specific clinical question, not as a routine requirement.
Explain findings
Describe what is present, the reasonable options, limitations and trade-offs before any procedure is agreed to.
Agree on a plan
Confirm sequencing, material choices, timing, expected fees and follow-up before treatment begins.

Choosing between a filling, onlay and crown

The amount and location of remaining healthy tooth structure help determine how a tooth can be repaired. There is no single best material for every tooth—appearance, strength, required thickness, moisture control, opposing teeth, sensitivities and expected maintenance all deserve consideration.

Direct filling

A direct filling may be appropriate for a smaller area of decay or damage when enough healthy tooth structure remains to support a same-visit repair.

Onlay

A laboratory-made or digitally fabricated onlay can cover weakened cusps while preserving other structure—often suited to situations between a simple filling and a full crown.

Crown

A crown surrounds more of the tooth and may be considered when damage, a large existing restoration or biting forces make broader protection necessary.

Replacing a missing tooth

When a tooth is lost or has a poor prognosis, the space itself becomes part of the clinical picture. Bone, the position of neighbouring teeth and the overall bite can change over time, and the appropriate timeline for replacement planning differs by situation.

Depending on the clinical situation, options may include:

On-site dental laboratory

Regal Heights works with an on-site dental technologist who brings more than 20 years of laboratory experience to the clinic. Having technical support on site can improve material coordination and support selected same-day repairs.

Same-day repairs for selected restorations when the tooth, access and case complexity allow
Closer coordination on shade, contour and material choices, including for patients with material sensitivities or specific preferences
Selected pathways from extraction to an implant-supported temporary restoration in one day, when diagnosis, anatomy and healing factors make that plan appropriate

Sleep and snoring appliances

Please note

Some patients ask about oral appliances for snoring or sleep-related breathing concerns. A dental appliance is one possible option after a proper medical evaluation—typically including a sleep study—and is not a substitute for diagnosing the underlying problem.

When an appliance may help, the team can coordinate with medical and other providers and discuss fit, follow-up and realistic expectations. Jaw discomfort, bite changes and appliance wear require ongoing monitoring. For jaw-focused assessment, see the jaw rehabilitation page.

What to expect

A restorative appointment begins with diagnosis. The dentist may use photographs, X-rays, models or a digital scan to understand the tooth, surrounding tissues and bite before any treatment is recommended. Urgent disease control sometimes comes before definitive restorative care. More complex treatment may be staged so that symptoms, decay, gum health and bite concerns are addressed in a sensible order.

After treatment, follow the instructions provided and contact the clinic if the bite feels persistently high, a temporary restoration comes off, swelling develops or pain is worsening rather than settling.

Restorative dentistry fees

Fees depend on the tooth, procedure, material, laboratory requirements and complexity. A written estimate helps separate the clinic fee, expected payer contribution and estimated patient portion.

Insurance or CDCP may cover part of an eligible service but can apply annual maximums, frequency limits, alternate-benefit rules or preauthorization requirements
Material upgrades or tooth-replacement stages may have portions that exceed covered amounts
Ask about the expected patient portion and any conditions attached before treatment begins

Helpful information

Questions about Restorative Dentistry in St. Clair West, Toronto

What is restorative dentistry?

Restorative dentistry focuses on repairing or replacing damaged, decayed or missing tooth structure. Treatment may include fillings, crowns, bridges, implant restorations or other care.

Will I receive all options before deciding?

Treatment planning should include the reasonable options, expected benefits, limitations, costs and consequences of delaying or declining care.

Do you offer ceramic or zirconia implants?

Where clinically appropriate, we discuss metal-free ceramic (zirconia) implant options as well as conventional titanium systems. Suitability depends on the site, bite, medical factors and restorative plan.

What does the on-site laboratory mean for patients?

An on-site technologist can support selected same-day repairs and closer material coordination. Same-day implant temporary restorations are possible only when the clinical situation allows.

Does every damaged tooth need a crown?

No. The amount and location of remaining tooth structure, crack pattern, bite, symptoms and previous restorations all affect whether a filling, onlay, crown or another plan is appropriate.

Our dentists

Meet the team connected with this care

You can request a preferred dentist. We’ll match the appointment type and availability when we book.

Meet the full care team

Dentist

Dr. Fardeen Aman, DDS

Known to many patients as Dr. Deen, he has practised dentistry for over 17 years across three continents, including implants and clear aligners.

Dentist

Dr. Lola Ivanisevic, BDS

A general and restorative dentist with an emphasis on prevention, patient education and Invisalign treatment.

Patient feedback

What patients say about care at Regal Heights.

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“The doctor’s advice was totally clear and never seemed heavy-handed.”

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Appointments

Need a restorative assessment in St. Clair West?

Recommendations and timing depend on the clinical findings. Request an appointment at Regal Heights Dental Centre, 930 St Clair Ave W in St. Clair West, or call 416-665-1145. A request does not guarantee a particular time or treatment.

Request an appointment Call 416-665-1145

St. Clair West, Toronto

Visit us at 930 St Clair Ave W.

Regal Heights Dental Centre serves Regal Heights, Wychwood, Corso Italia, Oakwood Village, Cedarvale and nearby Toronto neighbourhoods.

930 St Clair Ave W
Toronto, ON M6C 1C8

Get directions 416-665-1145

By TTC: the 512 St. Clair streetcar stops nearby. Parking details should be confirmed with the clinic before your visit.