Do you need your teeth cleaned?
The VIU Dental Clinic provides affordable preventive dental care for your entire family. We are a teaching clinic. Students deliver treatment under the supervision of licensed faculty.
Services
- head and neck examination (cancer screening)
- oral health assessment, individualized care planning
- x-rays
- education on how to prevent gum disease and cavities
- removal of tartar, plaque, and stain (scaling, root planning, deep cleaning)
- tooth polishing
- fluoride application
- preventive sealants (pit and fissure sealants)
- treatment of tooth sensitivity
- sports mouthguards and whitening trays
- pain control (local anesthetic injections)
Note: The clinic does not provide the full range of dental treatment such as fillings, extractions, crowns, root canals or emergency care.
Cost
In a private dental office, these services can cost hundreds of dollars. We offer safe, comprehensive, and affordable preventive dental care.
Adults: $35.00
Children (12 years old and under): $20.00
Method of payment: Only Interac Debit, VISA or Mastercard are accepted.
If English is not your first language and communication may be a barrier, please bring someone who can help you complete forms and act as an interpreter.
Become a client
To become a client, call the Dental Clinic at 250.740.6240. If leaving a message, please include your name, phone number, and reason for calling. Your call will be returned as soon as possible. This may take a few days.
Screening appointment
Your first visit is a screening appointment and takes about 1 hour.
At this appointment:
- You will complete a health history and consent form.
- We will take your blood pressure. Please wear short sleeves or loose-fitting clothing.
- You will pay the one-time fee for care. There is no cost for subsequent treatment appointments.
- Screening appointments are limited throughout the school year.
Treatment appointments
After being accepted as a client:
- We match you with a student based on your oral health needs and their learning requirements.
- X-rays may be required to determine the full scope of your treatment needs.
- Appointments usually last 2 to 4 hours.
- Treatment typically requires 2 to 8 appointments, depending on your level of care.
Note: Teaching takes time and, therefore, several visits may be required to complete your care. You'll need to be available for appointments at various times throughout the week.
Appointments and cancellations
To book an appointment, call 250.740.6240.
If you need to cancel or change your appointment (e.g., you are sick), we ask you to provide as much notice as possible.
We appreciate your commitment to keeping your scheduled appointments. Your reliability helps students meet their educational requirements.
Clinic closures
Our clinic follows the VIU calendar and is closed during scheduled breaks, including statutory holidays and between semesters (e.g., December to January and June to August). During these periods, services are not available.
Transportation and parking
Location: VIU Nanaimo campus, Building 180, Room 560.
Buses connect from most parts of the city to Vancouver Island University.
Pay parking is in effect .
Contact us
To book an appointment, leave a message at 250.740.6240.
VIU Dental Clinic
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo (main campus)
900 Fifth Street
Nanaimo, BC V9R 5S5
Canada