Dr. Cameron MacQueen Levac – Dentist | Kingston, ON

Dr. Cameron MacQueen Levac is a Dentist (Sedation Dentistry Options). Practicing at Cataraqui Dental Centre in Kingston, ON, Dr. Levac is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-focused dental care. Dr. Levac is licensed by The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) and adheres to the highest professional and ethical standards of the dental profession in ON. Dr. Levac provides a wide range of dental services for patients of all ages, including preventative care, routine check-ups, cleanings, fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal treatments (non-specialist), and basic extractions, focused on maintaining overall oral health. Dr. Levac also provides comprehensive general dental care with various certified levels of sedation (such as nitrous oxide/'laughing gas', oral conscious sedation, or IV sedation, depending on specific qualifications) to help anxious patients, those with a low pain threshold, or individuals undergoing extensive procedures feel significantly more relaxed and comfortable throughout their dental treatment. For patient convenience, direct billing to many major dental insurance plans may be available at Cataraqui Dental Centre.

Dr. Cameron MacQueen Levac earned a Dental Degree from University Of Saskatchewan, graduating in 2021. With over 4 years of practice since 2021, Dr. Levac offers a broad range of dental services and may have particular interests or developed skills in areas such as General Dentistry with Certified Sedation Options. This dentist holds specific qualifications or certifications, including: Minimal Nitrous; N/A. Dr. Levac is dedicated to ongoing continuing education to provide up-to-date dental care.

Key aspects of Dr. Levac's dental practice philosophy include: providing gentle, compassionate care in a comfortable and reassuring environment, especially for anxious patients; a commitment to utilizing modern dental technology and evidence-based techniques for optimal treatment outcomes. Dr. Levac provides consultations in English.

Dr. Cameron MacQueen Levac provides expert care for a wide range of dental and oral health conditions for patients of all ages, including but not limited to:

Preventative Oral Health Topics

• Questions about Dental Products (Toothpaste, Mouthwash, etc.): Wanting to understand which dental products are best for their specific oral health needs or conditions.
• Need for Routine Dental Check-up & Cleaning: Understanding the importance of routine examinations and professional cleanings for long-term dental wellness.

Extensive Dental Treatment Needs

• Requiring Multiple or Lengthy Dental Procedures: Needing several dental treatments, complex procedures, or a particularly long single procedure, for which sedation might be beneficial for patient comfort, cooperation, and treatment efficiency.

Gag Reflex Management

• Difficulty with Dental Procedures Due to Severe Gag Reflex: Experiencing a hyperactive or severe gag reflex that significantly interferes with routine dental examinations, X-rays, impressions, or treatments.

Dental Anxiety Phobia

• History of Traumatic Dental Experiences: Seeking a compassionate, gentle, and communicative approach to dental care due to previous trauma.
• Fear or Anxiety about Dental Visits/Procedures: Experiencing significant dental anxiety or phobia that makes it difficult to seek or undergo necessary dental treatment.

This list offers some examples of conditions commonly addressed. A comprehensive diagnosis is always based on an individual assessment by Dr. Levac. If your specific oral health concern isn't listed, please contact the clinic to discuss your needs and appropriate treatment options.

• Simple Tooth Extractions (Non-Surgical): Routine removal of teeth that are severely decayed, extensively damaged beyond restoration, very mobile due to advanced gum disease, or for orthodontic purposes, performed under local anesthesia when the tooth is fully erupted and easily accessible.
• Nitrous Oxide Sedation ('Laughing Gas'): A safe, effective, and reversible inhalation sedation method to quickly reduce dental anxiety, raise pain threshold, and increase comfort, allowing patients to remain awake and responsive.
• Understanding Your Dental Treatment Plan: Fostering informed decision-making through comprehensive patient education about their dental health status and available treatment pathways.
• Tooth-Coloured Fillings (Composite Resin): Aesthetic and functional restoration of decayed, chipped, or fractured teeth using modern tooth-coloured filling materials.
• Oral Conscious Sedation (Anxiolysis): Utilizing carefully selected oral medications to help patients achieve a comfortable, calm, and stress-free dental experience, facilitating necessary treatment for apprehensive individuals.

Note: This list highlights some of the key services offered by Dr. Levac. Not all services may be listed, and the suitability of any treatment depends on individual assessment. For a comprehensive understanding or to discuss your specific dental needs, please schedule a consultation.

All dental services by Dr. Cameron MacQueen Levac adhere to scope of practice for Dentists in ON and standards of The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO).

At Cataraqui Dental Centre, the focus is on partnering with you to achieve significant improvements in your oral health, address your specific dental concerns, and help you attain your desired smile. Dr. Levac frequently works with patients towards outcomes such as:

• If an urgent need to replace a recently lost front tooth before other teeth started to shift or their appearance was significantly affected is proving to be a significant barrier to your daily comfort or confidence, Dr. Levac develops targeted strategies aimed squarely at experiencing complete relief from pain when biting down on a previously problematic tooth. This careful approach facilitates your ability to once again fully enjoy feeling more outgoing and engaging in conversations more readily.
• Patients frequently come to Dr. Levac with concerns about their child's prolonged thumb-sucking habit and concerns about its impact on their teeth and jaw development. By working together as a team, they typically aim for and achieve experiencing relief from facial pain after the dental contributions were identified and managed, making a positive and lasting return to their smile being a positive asset in their personal and professional life not just possible, but highly feasible.
• Effectively addressing needing a completely new set of dentures because their old ones were very worn out, ill-fitting, and no longer functional with Dr. Levac's comprehensive dental approach often leads to the desired outcome of their recurrent canker sores becoming less frequent or less severe with management strategies, enabling patients to more freely and confidently engage in their ability to enunciate words clearly for better communication and social interactions.
• It's always a professional highlight for Dr. Levac to see patients who were troubled by concerns about potential hereditary dental problems or conditions present in their family history successfully achieve their lost filling or crown being promptly and durably replaced, protecting the tooth. This directly translates to their ability to return to and enjoy important activities like their family members also benefiting from improved oral health knowledge shared from the patient's visits.

Your personalized dental treatment plan, developed in consultation with Dr. Levac, will be carefully designed to help you reach your specific functional, aesthetic, and overall oral wellness objectives. Dr. Levac is committed to empowering patients with the information and high-quality care needed to achieve and maintain a healthy, confident smile for life.

Dr. Levac's practice, Cataraqui Dental Centre, is situated in the Henderson Place, Reddendale neighborhood of Kingston. The clinic is conveniently located near Kingston Penitentiary Tours (access) and is accessible via Kingston Transit. Convenient patient parking is typically available near the clinic.

Do I need a referral to see a general dentist like Dr. Levac?

No, you generally do not need a referral from a physician or another healthcare provider to see a general dentist like Dr. Levac for a check-up, cleaning, or consultation. You can usually book an appointment directly with Cataraqui Dental Centre.

Are dental X-rays safe, and how often are they needed?

Dental X-rays are very safe, especially modern digital X-rays which use minimal radiation. Protective lead aprons are used to further minimize exposure. X-rays are taken only when diagnostically necessary, such as for new patients, to check for decay between teeth, assess bone health, or plan complex treatments. Dr. Levac will determine the frequency based on your individual oral health, risk factors, and dental history, adhering to guidelines like ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable).

What services does a General Dentist (Dentist) like Dr. Levac typically provide?

A General Dentist like Dr. Levac is the primary dental care provider for patients of all ages, offering a wide range of services including preventative care (check-ups, cleanings, X-rays, fluoride, sealants), restorative treatments (fillings, crowns, bridges), basic endodontics (root canals on less complex teeth), simple extractions, initial management of gum disease, and cosmetic procedures (like whitening or bonding if offered). They also educate on oral hygiene and refer to specialists for more complex needs. Dr. Levac may offer specialized services in areas like General Dentistry with Certified Sedation Options based on additional training.

I'm very anxious about dental visits. Does Dr. Levac offer any sedation options?

Yes, Dr. Levac understands that dental visits can be a source of anxiety for many patients. To help you feel more relaxed and comfortable, Cataraqui Dental Centre offers various sedation options, including nitrous oxide (laughing gas) and oral conscious sedation. Please discuss your anxiety openly with Dr. Levac during your consultation so they can determine the most appropriate and safest sedation approach for your needs and the planned procedure.

What should I expect during my first dental visit with Dr. Levac at Cataraqui Dental Centre?

Your first visit with Dr. Levac will typically involve a comprehensive dental examination. This includes a review of your medical and dental history, a thorough check of your teeth, gums, jaw, and soft tissues (including an oral cancer screening), and any necessary X-rays. Dr. Levac will discuss their findings, address your concerns, and work with you to create a personalized treatment plan if any care is needed. Often, a professional cleaning will also be performed or scheduled during this visit or a subsequent one.

Is dental treatment generally covered by provincial health plans like Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) in ON?

In ON, provincial health plans like OHIP typically do NOT cover most routine or major dental procedures performed in private dental clinics for the general population. Some specific, limited dental surgeries performed in a hospital setting might be covered. Most dental care costs are paid out-of-pocket by patients or through private dental insurance plans (often through employers) or government assistance programs for eligible groups (e.g., children from low-income families, seniors on specific benefits). Verify any potential public coverage and check your private dental insurance details before treatment.

How often should I (or my child) visit Dr. Levac for a check-up and cleaning?

For most patients, preventative check-ups and cleanings are generally recommended every 6 months. However, Dr. Levac will recommend a personalized schedule based on individual oral health needs, risk factors for cavities or gum disease, and existing conditions. Follow Dr. Levac's specific recommendation.

Cataraqui Dental Centre
476 Cataraqui Woods Dr
Kingston, ON, K7P 0J4

Phone: (613) 384-4224

Dr. Cameron MacQueen Levac is a licensed Dentist in ON, regulated by The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO) under the Regulated Health Professions Act, 1991 & Dentistry Act, 1991 (Ontario).

License Number: 150790

Verify registration with The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO): https://www.rcdso.org/find-a-dentist/search-results/dentist?id=150790

Regular dental check-ups and good oral hygiene are essential for maintaining overall health. Dr. Levac and the team are committed to providing you with comprehensive dental care. If you have a dental emergency, please contact the clinic promptly. For after-hours emergencies that are life-threatening, proceed to the nearest hospital emergency department.