Dr. Lalica Jovovic – Dentist | Willowdale, ON

Dr. Lalica Jovovic is a Dentist. Practicing at Flemingdon Park Dental Centre in Willowdale, ON, Dr. Jovovic is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-focused dental care. Dr. Jovovic 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. Jovovic 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. Jovovic serves patients of all ages, from newborns and infants through to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. For patient convenience, direct billing to many major dental insurance plans may be available at Flemingdon Park Dental Centre.

Dr. Lalica Jovovic earned a Dental Degree from Belgrade University, Yugoslavia, graduating in 1982. With over 29 years of practice since 1996, Dr. Jovovic has cultivated a wealth of clinical experience. Dr. Jovovic is dedicated to ongoing continuing education to provide up-to-date dental care. This commitment ensures that patients receive the most current and effective treatments available.

Key aspects of Dr. Jovovic's dental practice philosophy include: a commitment to utilizing modern dental technology and evidence-based techniques for optimal treatment outcomes; fostering open communication and collaborative decision-making, ensuring patients are fully informed and involved in their treatment plans. Dr. Jovovic provides consultations in English.

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

Common Dental Issues

• Toothache & Dental Pain (General): Experiencing pain in or around a tooth, which could indicate various underlying issues requiring diagnosis.
• Sensitive Teeth (Dentin Hypersensitivity): Experiencing sharp pain or discomfort in teeth when exposed to hot, cold, sweet, or acidic foods and drinks, or even cold air.
• Bad Breath (Halitosis) - Dental Causes: Investigating and managing bad breath by addressing its underlying dental causes and providing hygiene recommendations.

Preventative Oral Health Topics

• Concerns about Oral Hygiene Practices: Wanting to ensure their home care routine is effective in preventing cavities and gum disease.
• Need for Routine Dental Check-up & Cleaning: Understanding the importance of routine examinations and professional cleanings for long-term dental wellness.

Dental Pain Emergency

• Dental Abscess (Localized Infection): A pocket of pus caused by a bacterial infection, often at the root of a tooth or in the gums, causing pain, swelling, and requiring drainage and/or antibiotic treatment.
• Dental Trauma (e.g., Knocked-out or Dislodged Tooth - Emergency Care): Emergency management of traumatic dental injuries to maximize the chances of successful reimplantation or repair.

Tooth Decay Cavities

• Early Childhood Caries (ECC) / Baby Bottle Tooth Decay: Tooth decay in infants and young children, often affecting the upper front teeth, requiring early intervention and preventative strategies.
• Dental Caries (Cavities / Tooth Decay): Localized destruction of tooth structure caused by acid-producing bacteria, requiring removal of decay and restorative filling.

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

• Comprehensive Dental Examinations: In-depth examinations using diagnostic tools to evaluate your dental health and detect problems at their earliest stages.
• Dentures (Complete & Partial, Conventional & Implant-Supported): Customized full and partial dentures, carefully crafted to help patients regain confidence in their smile, ability to eat a varied diet, and speak clearly.
• Dietary Counseling for Oral Health: Nutritional advice tailored to help you maintain healthy teeth and gums and prevent dental diseases.
• Dental Crowns (Caps): Placing custom-made dental crowns (caps) to cover, protect, and strengthen damaged, weakened, extensively filled, or root-canal-treated teeth, restoring their original shape, size, and appearance.
• Dental Sealants: Application of a thin, protective coating to the chewing surfaces of molars and premolars to seal out food particles and bacteria, preventing cavities in deep grooves and pits.

Note: This list highlights some of the key services offered by Dr. Jovovic. 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. Lalica Jovovic adhere to scope of practice for Dentists in ON and standards of The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO).

At Flemingdon Park 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. Jovovic frequently works with patients towards outcomes such as:

• Through Dr. Jovovic's skilled guidance and modern dental techniques, patients suffering from their breath not feeling consistently fresh or clean even immediately after brushing and flossing often find they can readily achieve their teeth feeling more stable and their bite more aligned after corrective treatment and once again enthusiastically pursue enjoyable pastimes like getting a full night's sleep without being woken up by a throbbing toothache or jaw pain.
• It's always a professional highlight for Dr. Jovovic to see patients who were troubled by a desire for professional advice on how to effectively stop their child's cavities from getting worse or prevent new ones from forming successfully achieve their gums no longer bleeding during brushing, indicating healthier gum tissue. This directly translates to their ability to return to and enjoy important activities like feeling relief from chronic headaches that were linked to their TMJ or bruxism.
• If a persistent sore spot, ulcer, or unusual lesion in their mouth that hadn't healed on its own is proving to be a significant barrier to your daily comfort or confidence, Dr. Jovovic develops targeted strategies aimed squarely at their old, uncomfortable dental bridge being replaced with a well-fitting and aesthetic new one. This careful approach facilitates your ability to once again fully enjoy participating actively in sports without fear of dental injury, especially with a custom mouthguard.
• For patients where a dental problem or discomfort that they had been avoiding or putting off addressing for far too long is a primary concern, Dr. Jovovic focuses on creating personalized treatment plans that culminate in their child's newly erupted molars being protected from decay with dental sealants. This directly supports and enhances their ability to fully no longer needing to frequently visit the dentist for recurring problems due to better preventative care.

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

Flemingdon Park Dental Centre, where Dr. Jovovic practices, is situated in a central location within the Willowdale neighborhood of Willowdale. The clinic is conveniently located near local shops and community amenities and is accessible via major local public transit routes. Street parking and nearby lots offer accessible options for your visit.

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

No, you generally do not need a referral from a physician or another healthcare provider to see a general dentist like Dr. Jovovic for a check-up, cleaning, or consultation. You can usually book an appointment directly with Flemingdon Park 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, for example, for new patients, to check for decay between teeth, assess bone health, or plan complex treatments. Dr. Jovovic 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).

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

For most patients, preventative check-ups and cleanings are generally recommended every 6 months. However, Dr. Jovovic will recommend a personalized schedule based on your individual oral health needs, risk factors for cavities or gum disease, and any existing conditions. For example, some patients may need visits every 3-4 months if managing active gum disease or at high caries risk, while others with excellent long-term health might have slightly longer intervals. It is important to follow Dr. Jovovic's specific recommendation.

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

In Ontario, 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). It is important to verify any potential public coverage you might be eligible for and to always check the details of your private dental insurance before starting treatment at Flemingdon Park Dental Centre.

What should I expect during my first dental visit with Dr. Jovovic at Flemingdon Park Dental Centre?

At your initial appointment, Dr. Jovovic and the team at Flemingdon Park Dental Centre will focus on getting to know you and your oral health. Expect to fill out a medical history form, have a discussion about any dental issues or goals you have, followed by a detailed examination of your mouth. Digital X-rays may be taken to get a complete picture. Based on this, Dr. Jovovic will explain their assessment and any recommended treatments. It's a great time to ask questions.

Flemingdon Park Dental Centre
747 Don Mills Rd #35
Willowdale, ON, M3C 1T2

Phone: (416) 429-0783

Dr. Lalica Jovovic 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: 13153

Verify registration with The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO): https://www.rcdso.org/find-a-dentist/search-results/dentist?id=13153

Regular dental check-ups and good oral hygiene are essential for maintaining overall health. Dr. Jovovic 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.