Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dental Care in St. John's, NL
First Street Dental has been serving the Mount Pearl and St. John's communities since 1988, providing comprehensive dental care through a team of 23 dedicated professionals. Our practice combines advanced technology with a patient-first philosophy, offering services ranging from routine checkups to complex smile transformations. We prioritize preventative care and education while maintaining a family-friendly environment with amenities like a children's play area. Our office utilizes digital X-rays, panoramic imaging, and digital impressions to ensure precise diagnostics and efficient treatments. With extended weekday hours and a commitment to gentle dental care, we strive to make every visit comfortable and convenient.Our team includes experienced dentists, hygienists, and support staff focused on delivering personalized care. We emphasize long-term oral health for all ages, starting from early childhood visits. Located at 9 First Street in Mount Pearl, we offer free parking and accessible services for the local community. Our reputation for reliability and professional expertise has been built through decades of consistent, high-quality care. We welcome new patients and are committed to addressing individual dental needs with transparency and compassion.
Services
Family Dentistry
Smile Enhancement
Dental Implants
Orthodontics
Endodontics
Dental Restorations
Dentures
Teeth Whitening
Oral Hygiene
Guards & Bite Appliances
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have 23 dedicated dental professionals with decades of combined experience
- Our patient-first philosophy ensures personalized, gentle dental care
- Family-friendly practice with children's education and play area
- Advanced technology including digital X-rays and impressions
- Extended weekday hours for busy schedules
Services
Family Dentistry
Our family dentistry services provide comprehensive oral care for all ages, from children's first visits to adult preventative maintenance. We focus on education and early intervention to maintain lifelong dental health. Our team creates comfortable experiences for patients through gentle techniques and child-friendly amenities.
Smile Enhancement
Smile enhancement services transform dental aesthetics through veneers, bonding, and teeth whitening. We address gaps, discoloration, and misshapen teeth using modern techniques like contouring and crowns. Our goal is to help patients achieve confident, natural-looking smiles through personalized treatment plans.
Dental Implants
Dental implants offer permanent solutions for missing teeth through titanium screw integration with jawbone. We provide implant-supported dentures and individual tooth replacements that mimic natural function and appearance. This service restores both smile aesthetics and essential chewing capabilities for long-term oral health.
Orthodontics
Orthodontic treatments correct crooked or misaligned teeth using modern braces and alignment systems. We address bite issues and spacing problems to improve both dental function and appearance. Our solutions combine corrective effectiveness with patient comfort considerations during treatment.
Endodontics
Endodontic services focus on saving damaged teeth through root canal treatments. We use advanced techniques to remove infected pulp while preserving natural tooth structure. This procedure alleviates pain and prevents extraction, maintaining patients' natural smiles with minimal discomfort.
People
Dr. Marjorie MacDonald
Dentist
A St. John's native, Dr. MacDonald graduated from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition before completing her dental training. She brings extensive experience in comprehensive dental care to our practice.
Dr. Shannon Barker
Dentist
Originally from St. John's, Dr. Barker completed undergraduate studies at Memorial University before graduating from Dalhousie University's dentistry program in 2001. She specializes in restorative and cosmetic dental procedures.
Dr. Shane Roberts
Dentist
Raised in Labrador, Dr. Roberts earned his biology degree from the University of New Brunswick before graduating from Dalhousie University School of Dentistry in 2002. He focuses on family and preventative dental care.
Dr. Wade Power
Dentist
Born in St. John's, Dr. Power completed his dental education in Nova Scotia before returning to Newfoundland. He brings expertise in general dentistry and patient-centered care approaches to our team.
Questions
What dental services do you offer?
We provide comprehensive services including family dentistry, smile enhancement, dental implants, orthodontics, endodontics, restorations, dentures, teeth whitening, and preventative care.
Do you accept emergency dental patients?
While we don't explicitly list emergency services, we recommend contacting our office directly to discuss urgent dental needs and available appointment options.
What payment methods are accepted?
We accept Debit, VISA, MasterCard, American Express, and Medicard Financing. Cash payments have not been accepted since July 2016 for staff safety reasons.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer extended hours Monday-Thursday from 7:50am-8:30pm to accommodate busy schedules.
Do you offer dental financing options?
Yes, we provide Medicard Financing to help patients access necessary dental treatments with flexible payment plans.
How can I book an appointment?
Contact us directly at (709) 364-6185 to schedule consultations or routine checkups with our dental team.
