Business Details
46 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Family Dentists in Thunder Bay
Scott Family Dental has been serving Thunder Bay since 1980, founded by Drs. Gail and Brian Scott. Our practice combines decades of experience with advanced training in prosthodontics and implant dentistry. We specialize in comprehensive dental care including cosmetic procedures, restorative treatments, and emergency services. Our team includes specialists with advanced degrees from institutions like SUNY Buffalo and the University of Szeged. We maintain a family-oriented approach while utilizing state-of-the-art technology like digital radiography and CBCT imaging.Our commitment to continuing education ensures we provide evidence-based, pain-free treatments tailored to individual needs. We serve patients from Thunder Bay and surrounding areas including Port Arthur and Fort William. Our specialists have completed rigorous postgraduate training in prosthodontics and implant dentistry. We emphasize direct billing to insurance and maintain a comfortable, stress-free environment for all patients. With over 40 years of combined experience, we remain dedicated to accessible, affordable dental care.
Services
Dental Implants
Crowns
Teeth Whitening
Veneers
Root Canals
Dentures
Invisalign
Bridges
Night Guards
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
Details
- Year established: 1980
Highlights and features
- Emergency dental services available
- Comfortable, relaxing, stress-free environment
- Direct billing to most dental insurance
- Conveniently located on Park Avenue
- Prosthodontic specialists in office
What people say
Best dentist reviews
Top Thunder Bay dental office
Prosthodontic specialists
Affordable prices
Modern services
Services
Dental Implants
Our prosthodontic specialists provide dental implants as permanent tooth replacement solutions. Using titanium posts that integrate with jawbone tissue, we restore missing teeth with natural-looking crowns or bridges. The process involves guided surgical placement followed by custom restoration, offering improved function and aesthetics compared to traditional dentures.
Crowns
We fabricate custom dental crowns to restore damaged or discolored teeth. Available in full metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal, zirconia, or full porcelain materials, our crowns reinforce tooth structure while maintaining natural aesthetics. The process involves tooth preparation, temporary placement, and final crown delivery during three appointments.
Teeth Whitening
Professional teeth whitening services include custom-fitted trays and in-office treatments. Our solutions effectively remove stains from coffee, tobacco, or aging while minimizing sensitivity. We offer take-home kits with dentist-formulated gels and provide shade matching to ensure optimal whitening results that complement your natural tooth color.
Veneers
Thin porcelain laminates are bonded to teeth for cosmetic improvements. Our specialists perform minimal-preparation veneers to correct spacing, shape irregularities, or discoloration. The process preserves tooth structure while achieving natural translucency and color matching through advanced ceramic materials and bonding techniques.
Full Mouth Rehabilitation
We restore complete dental function through multi-disciplinary treatment plans. This includes replacing missing teeth with implants, crowns, or dentures while addressing occlusal wear and TMJ issues. Our prosthodontists coordinate complex cases requiring bone grafting, guided surgery, and aesthetic reconstruction to rebuild healthy, functional smiles.
People
Dr. Donna Scott
Prosthodontist
Dr. Scott completed her DDS and prosthodontic specialty at SUNY Buffalo. She specializes in cosmetic dentistry and implant restoration, bringing advanced training to the family practice since 2019.
Dr. Gyula Forgo
Prosthodontist
A specialist with MS in Dental Implants from SUNY Buffalo, Dr. Forgo provides implant dentistry solutions. He joined the practice in 2019 after completing prosthodontic training in Buffalo, NY.
Dr. Daniel Stavroullakis
Dentist
Dr. Stavroullakis graduated from University of Detroit Mercy. He provides general dentistry services with focus on evidence-based care, joining the team after working in Toronto and surrounding areas.
Erika
Dental Hygienist
Certified dental hygienist with experience in Thunder Bay and Vancouver. She provides preventive care and periodontal treatments, having completed her hygiene training in Toronto in 2008.
Miranda
Dental Hygienist
A Confederation College graduate, Miranda provides patient-centered hygiene care. She joined the team in 2020 after completing her dental hygiene diploma and enjoys outdoor activities in Thunder Bay.
Questions
What dental specialties are available at Scott Family Dental?
We have prosthodontic specialists with advanced training in cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and full mouth rehabilitation procedures.
Do you offer emergency dental services?
Yes, we provide emergency dental care with same-day appointments available for urgent cases like tooth pain or trauma.
What payment options do you accept?
We offer direct billing to most insurance providers and accept major credit cards for patient balances.
Are dental implants covered by insurance?
Implant coverage varies by policy - our team will help maximize your insurance benefits and explain any out-of-pocket costs.
What technology do you use for dental procedures?
We utilize digital radiography, CBCT imaging, and CAD/CAM technology for precise diagnosis and treatment planning.
Do you accept new patients from surrounding areas?
Yes, we welcome patients from Thunder Bay and surrounding communities including Port Arthur and Fort William.
