Dentist in Dover, Nanaimo, BC for Long-Term Oral Health

Eagle Point Dental is a dentist in Dover, ON, offering emergency root canal therapy, sedation dentistry, dental crowns, dental bridges, and general family care. The practice is located at 1-6304 Dover Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9V 1S4, in the Dover neighbourhood of North Nanaimo, serving residents across the Nanaimo Regional District. Services suit patients in pain, anxious patients needing sedation, and those replacing missing or broken teeth. The clinic uses CBCT 3D scanning, digital X-rays, and intraoral cameras for accurate diagnosis and treatment planning. Patients can book by calling (236) 362-0720 or submitting a request through the website contact form.

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Address: 1-6304 Dover Rd., Nanaimo, BC V9V 1S4
Phone: (236) 362-0720
Hours: Monday 9 am–8 pm; Tuesday to Friday 8 am–5 pm
Same-day emergency appointments available when possible
Direct insurance billing handled on your behalf

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What does a dentist in Dover do?

Dover patients can access general, emergency, and restorative dental care at Eagle Point Dental through scheduled and same-day appointments. A dentist in Dover handles routine work — cleanings, exams, fillings — alongside the kind of treatment that cannot be planned in advance: a tooth that breaks during dinner, an infection that flares overnight, a crown that pops off on a Sunday. The job is to diagnose accurately and treat efficiently, ideally in one visit when possible. Our experienced dental team also helps anxious patients work through dental fear with sedation options that range from light to deeper relaxation. Plain explanations matter here. We tell patients what is happening, what their choices are, and what each choice will cost before any treatment starts.

Experienced dentists and complete dental care services

Eagle Point Dental serves Dover and the broader Nanaimo community with two general dentists, Dr. Heather Chisholm and Dr. Rodney Herchak, supported by a long-standing hygiene and admin team. Dr. Chisholm has practised since 2009 and focuses on restorative and cosmetic work. Dr. Herchak joined the practice in 2025 and is known for putting nervous patients at ease. Together they handle the full general-practice range — endodontics, prosthetics, surgical extractions, and routine care — without sending patients across town for most procedures. Our knowledgeable staff uses digital X-rays, intraoral cameras, and a CBCT 3D scanner to plan treatment. Patients leave each visit with a written plan, a clear cost breakdown, and pain relief when that was the reason for the appointment.

What dental services do we offer?

Eagle Point Dental provides emergency root canal Dover treatment, root canal dentist Dover care, sedation dentistry, dental crowns, and dental bridges from our office on Dover Rd. Beyond these, we cover preventive cleanings, fillings, dentures, implants, cosmetic bonding, veneers, and wisdom teeth removal. Children's services, senior care, and family hygiene visits round out the practice. We see urgent cases on the same day whenever the schedule allows, with priority given to facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, and severe pain. The aim is to handle as much in-house as possible, so patients do not need separate referrals for routine endodontic or prosthetic work.

Dental treatments and oral care services in Dover

Dover patients can receive emergency root canal Dover treatment at Eagle Point Dental when nerve pain, infection, or trauma threatens a tooth. Root canal therapy removes the infected pulp from inside the tooth, disinfects the canal, and seals it — saving the natural tooth rather than extracting it. Modern endodontics is far more comfortable than its reputation suggests. Most patients describe the appointment as no worse than a long filling, particularly when sedation is added. After the canal is treated, a dental crown is usually placed to protect the now-hollow tooth from fracture. We complete many crowns the same day using CEREC milling technology, which means fewer appointments and no temporary crowns to manage. Pain relief is typically immediate once the inflamed nerve is removed.

Restorative dentistry and advanced technology

Eagle Point Dental provides dental crowns Dover and dental bridges Dover for patients restoring damaged or missing teeth. A crown covers a tooth that has been cracked, heavily filled, or treated with a root canal — essentially a custom-fitted cap protecting what remains underneath. A bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by anchoring a false tooth to the natural teeth on either side, restoring chewing function and preventing neighbouring teeth from drifting. For patients missing more teeth or wanting to avoid touching adjacent teeth, implants supported by osseointegration are discussed as an alternative. Our CBCT scanner and intraoral scanner allow us to plan and mill same-day crowns in many cases. Patients leave with a restored smile, accurate bite, and the function they had before the tooth was damaged.

Additional services we offer

Sedation dentistry Dover is available for patients who feel anxious about dental work, need a longer procedure completed in one visit, or have struggled with dental fear in the past. We offer nitrous oxide ("laughing gas"), which wears off within minutes, and oral sedation for deeper relaxation. Our admin team direct-bills most major insurance providers, including Pacific Blue Cross, Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, and Green Shield, so patients do not pay the full amount upfront and wait for reimbursement. If you are unsure about your coverage, call ahead and we will check your plan limits before booking. Wheelchair access, free Wi-Fi, and early-morning slots round out the practical details.

Why choose Eagle Point Dental?

Our office sits on Dover Rd. itself — patients in the Dover neighbourhood are literally minutes from the chair, and the location is easy to reach from Departure Bay, Hammond Bay, and broader North Nanaimo. Two general dentists means flexibility: when one is fully booked, the other usually is not. Our knowledgeable team handles routine cleanings and complex endodontic emergencies under the same roof, which matters when you are in pain and do not want to call three offices. We invest in diagnostic technology — CBCT, intraoral scanning, digital X-rays — because accurate diagnosis saves patients money and discomfort. Costs are reviewed before treatment begins. Second opinions are welcome. Most of our growth still comes from word-of-mouth.

Ready to get started?

To book a visit, call Eagle Point Dental at (236) 362-0720 or submit a request through the contact form on our website. For urgent issues — severe pain, swelling, a broken tooth — call as early in the day as possible so we can fit you into the schedule. New patients are welcome, and we will set aside extra time for your first visit. If you are switching from another dentist, request your records be sent ahead of time, or we can request them on your behalf. We look forward to meeting you on Dover Rd.

FAQs

▸How do I know if I need an emergency root canal in Dover?

Signs of a dental emergency requiring root canal therapy include severe throbbing pain, prolonged sensitivity to hot or cold after the stimulus is removed, a pimple-like bump on the gum, facial swelling, or pain when biting. These symptoms usually indicate that the pulp inside the tooth is infected or dying. Painkillers may dull the symptoms temporarily, but the infection itself will not resolve without treatment. Call (236) 362-0720 the same morning to be assessed.

▸Is sedation dentistry safe in Dover?

Sedation dentistry in Dover is considered safe when administered by a trained dental team monitoring the patient throughout the appointment. At Eagle Point Dental, we offer nitrous oxide for mild anxiety and oral sedation for deeper relaxation, both of which have decades of safe use behind them. Your medical history is reviewed before any sedation is prescribed, and we adjust dosing based on age, weight, and existing conditions. Patients using oral sedation will need a ride home from the appointment.

▸How long does root canal treatment take?

Root canal treatment typically takes one to two appointments, each lasting 60 to 90 minutes, depending on which tooth is involved and how many canals it contains. Front teeth usually have one canal and are quicker to treat; molars often have three or four and may require longer. Sedation is available throughout. After the root canal is complete, most teeth need a crown placed within a few weeks to prevent fracture. Book a consultation with our root canal dentist in Dover for an accurate estimate.

▸What is the difference between a dental crown and a dental bridge?

A dental crown covers a single damaged or weakened tooth, while a dental bridge replaces one or more missing teeth by attaching to the natural teeth on either side of the gap. Crowns restore a tooth that still has a healthy root. Bridges fill a space where a tooth has been lost entirely. Both are made of porcelain or zirconia in our office and are colour-matched to your existing teeth. The right choice depends on what you have to work with.

▸How long do dental crowns last?

Dental crowns generally last 10 to 20 years with proper care, and many patients keep theirs much longer. The lifespan depends on the material, your bite, your home-care habits, and whether you grind your teeth at night. Porcelain and zirconia crowns resist staining and chipping well. Brushing twice a day, flossing around the crown margins, and attending regular hygiene visits do most of the protective work. A nightguard is recommended for patients who clench. Book a consultation if your crown feels loose or sensitive.

▸Can a dentist in Dover see me the same day for pain?

Eagle Point Dental keeps daily slots open for urgent issues, including severe pain, broken teeth, lost fillings, and dental infections. Call the office at (236) 362-0720 as early in the morning as possible — same-day appointments are easiest to arrange when there is time to adjust the schedule. Monday hours run until 8 pm, which helps working patients who cannot leave during the day. If you have facial swelling, do not wait.

▸Do you direct-bill insurance for crowns and bridges?

Eagle Point Dental direct-bills most major Canadian dental insurance providers for dental crowns, dental bridges, and other restorative work performed in Dover. Our admin team verifies your coverage before treatment, so you know what your plan will cover and what your out-of-pocket portion will be. Some plans require pre-authorization for crowns and bridges, which we handle on your behalf. Call ahead with your insurance details if you would like an estimate before booking the appointment itself.