Family Dentist Serving Patients from Sturgeon Falls

🛣️ Getting Here from Sturgeon Falls

The most direct route between Sturgeon Falls and Sudbury is westbound on Highway 17 — the Trans-Canada Highway — which connects the two communities without any detours. It's a straightforward drive on a major highway, though travel time still depends on traffic, time of day, and winter weather along the route.

Because Sturgeon Falls has its own local dental providers, we want to be upfront: we're not suggesting we're more convenient or closer to home. Patients who choose our office usually have a specific reason — a referral, a particular treatment, or an existing relationship with Dr. Lewis or another member of our team.

🏘️ A Different District, A Real Choice

Sturgeon Falls is the largest community in West Nipissing, a municipality formed by the amalgamation of Sturgeon Falls, Cache Bay, Verner, Field and several surrounding townships. It sits on the Sturgeon River near Lake Nipissing, in Nipissing District — administratively and geographically distinct from Sudbury District, even though the two are connected by a direct highway.

We mention this because it matters for how we present ourselves: we're not trying to suggest Long Lake Family Dentistry is somehow part of the West Nipissing community, or that we're more local than we actually are. Patients from Sturgeon Falls who see us do so as a deliberate choice — often because of a specific service, a referral from another patient or provider, or a dentist they've come to trust — not because we happen to be nearby.

📅 Planning Your Appointment

A short call before your visit helps make sure your time is used well, especially if you're bringing more than one family member or addressing more than one concern.

• ✓ Call 705-523-1004 to confirm your appointment date, time, and what to expect.
• ✓ Let us know if you're coordinating appointments for multiple family members on the same day.
• ✓ Bring any prior X-rays or dental records, or ask us in advance how to arrange a transfer.
• ✓ Bring your insurance information so our team can help you understand your coverage.
• ✓ Ask what to expect at your first visit if it's been a while since your last dental exam.

We won't promise that every concern can be resolved in one appointment — some treatments require more than one visit by nature — but we'll be clear with you about the plan once the dentist has had a chance to examine you.

🦷 Dental Services at Our Sudbury Office

After an exam, the dentist can explain which treatments may be right for your specific situation. We don't recommend procedures without seeing you first, and not every treatment is suitable for every patient.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Preventive Care

Regular cleanings, exams and digital X-rays form the foundation of most patients' care with us, whether you're local to Sudbury or travelling in from Sturgeon Falls. We see patients of all ages, and if you'd like to bring children or other family members along, mention it when booking — we'll try to schedule everyone close together so one trip covers the whole family.

For families with young children, an early first exam and regular cleanings help establish good habits and let us catch small issues before they become bigger ones — something that matters even more when a return trip means another drive.

If your household is juggling school schedules or work hours on top of the drive from Sturgeon Falls, it's worth asking about appointment times when you call — our team can let you know what's typically available and help you find a slot that fits.

💎 Restorative & Cosmetic Options

For a damaged or missing tooth, our restorative options include fillings, crowns, root canal treatment, bridges, and dental implants. Patients missing several teeth may be candidates for full or partial dentures — the dentist can walk you through what fits your situation after an exam.

We also offer cosmetic treatments, including porcelain veneers and professional teeth whitening, for patients whose oral health is already stable and who are looking to refine their smile.

🚨 If You Have a Dental Emergency

If you're dealing with a knocked-out tooth, a broken tooth, or significant pain, call 705-523-1004 before you leave Sturgeon Falls. Our team can walk you through what to do in the meantime and let you know what to expect once you arrive — and if travelling to Sudbury isn't practical for your situation, we can help you think through what your options are. See our emergency dental care page for general guidance.

👤 Meet the Team

Dr. Derek Lewis, DDS — Principal Dentist & Founder, practicing dentistry in Northern Ontario since 1997. Meet the full team →

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