Convenient Access from Parkhill
Macleod Trail runs along Parkhill's eastern edge and continues straight south to Ultima Dental Wellness, so the drive from Stanley Park takes about 6 minutes. Our three dentists work from one office in the Kingsland community of southwest Calgary. For anyone who wants a dentist near Parkhill who can fix a chipped tooth, brighten a smile or simply keep teeth healthy, the trip is short and parking is free.
Leave Stanley Park by 1A St SW and head south, then turn east onto 40 Ave SW. A short jog north on Stanley Rd SW leads to 39 Ave SW, which takes you east to Macleod Trail. Turn south and stay on Macleod Trail until you reach 71 Ave SW, then turn right. The distance is about 4.0 km, and the drive usually takes roughly 6 minutes.
Look for us at 506 71 Ave SW #202, and keep our Google Maps pin handy for your first visit. The 39 Avenue CTrain station sits just across Macleod Trail from Parkhill, and rush hour adds time to the Macleod Trail stretch. Patients from Elboya and Elbow Park, two more communities along the Elbow River, are close by as well.
An Inner-City Community With an Outdoor Streak
Parkhill dates to 1910, which makes it one of the oldest residential areas in the city. The area is also known as Parkhill/Stanley Park, though the City's official name is the single word Parkhill. Mission Road marks its northern edge, Macleod Trail its eastern side and 42 Ave SW its southern line, with the Elbow River curving along the west.
Stanley Park is the heart of Parkhill. Its 21 hectares on the river hold picnic areas, sports fields, tennis courts, playgrounds, lawn bowling and a toboggan hill, plus a seasonal outdoor pool. Princess Obolensky Park, dedicated in 1984, sits within it, and the Elbow River Pathway runs through the neighborhood.
Housing is a true mix. Early homes stand beside semi-detached infills, low-rise apartments and newer builds, which brings together long-time residents and newer arrivals of every age. Each group comes to the dentist with different priorities, and Ultima's family practice is set up to handle all of them.
The practice itself has deep roots. It opened more than thirty years ago as a solo family office and has become a new generation of family dentists led by Dr. Richard Krim. That continuity gives Parkhill patients the same team, the same records and a clear history of what has been done and why.
Parkhill Residents: Dental Tips for an Active Lifestyle
Busy outdoor lives carry a few dental risks. A fall on the toboggan hill, a tennis racquet to the mouth or a slip on the pathway can chip, crack or knock loose a tooth. Acting quickly gives the best chance of saving it, so knowing who to call matters before anything happens.
Ultima will make every effort to see emergency patients the same day. A small chip on a front tooth can often be repaired with cosmetic tooth bonding, a tooth-colored resin shaped right in the chair. More serious breaks may need a crown or a root canal.
Sports drinks, energy gels and frequent snacking during long outings also wear on enamel. Sipping water between sweeter drinks and rinsing after a gel helps. Clenching during hard workouts is common too, and it can leave the jaw sore or the teeth worn.
Parkhill parents can keep a simple plan in mind for kids who play outside. Find a knocked-out adult tooth, hold it by the crown, keep it moist in milk and call right away. Baby teeth should not be put back in, but they still deserve a prompt check so the adult tooth underneath is not harmed.
Many adults also care about how their smile looks at work and in photos. Zoom Whitening brightens natural teeth in the office, and bonding can reshape small chips or gaps. Our dentists help you choose the right mix for your goals and timeline.
Services From a Dentist Near Parkhill
Emergency Dentistry
Broken teeth, sudden toothaches and knocked-out teeth are treated as priorities. For Parkhill patients, the short run down Macleod Trail means help is only minutes away.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Whitening, bonding and veneers for adults who want a brighter or more even smile. Each plan considers your bite and existing dental work so results look natural.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation help patients who feel tense in the chair. They can also make a longer repair after an injury easier to sit through.
Family & Preventative Dentistry
Routine exams and hygiene visits for everyone from toddlers to retirees. Prevention comes first here, and regular visits catch small problems before they become emergencies.
Hygiene visits use EMS Guided Biofilm Therapy to clear plaque gently, and digital x-rays give a clear view with each checkup. Thursday appointments start at 7:00 AM, and Tuesday and Wednesday visits run until 6:00 PM, so Parkhill residents can fit care around a workday without taking a full morning off.
Meet Your Calgary Dental Team
Dr. Samantha Kowalko spent two years in practice in Regina before moving to Calgary, and she spends her free time hiking, skiing and racing in Spartan events. Dr. Amy Yoo, a 2004 University of Saskatchewan graduate, has taken postgraduate courses in TMD treatment and airway assessment.
Insurance, CDCP & Financing
The office handles direct insurance billing, keeping a credit card on file and charging only what your plan does not cover. Private, employee and government plans are accepted, including the Canadian Dental Care Plan. iFinance financing is there for larger treatment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ultima Dental Wellness from Parkhill, and how do I get there?
From Stanley Park, the office is about 4.0 km away, usually a 6-minute drive. Most of the trip is south on Macleod Trail after a few short blocks on 40 Ave SW, Stanley Rd SW and 39 Ave SW, ending with a right onto 71 Ave SW. It is an easy run to a dentist near Parkhill, with free parking.
What counts as a dental emergency?
A knocked-out or badly broken tooth, severe toothache, facial swelling, bleeding that will not stop and a painful infection all count as dental emergencies. A lost filling or a small chip is less urgent but should still be seen soon. Call the office first, since the team will make every effort to see emergency patients the same day.
Can a chipped front tooth be repaired in one visit?
Often, yes. Small and moderate chips are commonly repaired with cosmetic bonding, where tooth-colored resin is shaped and hardened directly on the tooth. Bonding patients leave the same day with a noticeably improved smile. Larger breaks, or chips that expose the inner layers of the tooth, may need a crown or other treatment instead.
Can I whiten my teeth if I have fillings or crowns?
Yes, but only your natural teeth will lighten. Crowns, veneers and tooth-colored fillings keep their original shade, so a front crown may look darker after whitening. Your dentist will check existing dental work first and may suggest whitening before replacing a visible restoration, so the new one can be matched to your brighter shade.
Can a dentist help with jaw pain or clicking?
Yes. Jaw pain, clicking and morning headaches can be signs of a temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) or of clenching and grinding. Dr. Amy Yoo has taken postgraduate courses in TMD treatment, and an exam looks at your bite, jaw joints and muscles. From there, your dentist can explain which treatment options suit your situation.
Schedule Your Visit from Parkhill
Choose a dentist near Parkhill who can keep up with an active life, and call 587-741-7757 to book your appointment. Every community we serve is listed on our Areas We Serve page, and our Dentist Calgary, AB homepage covers the full practice. Heading to the river first? The City's Stanley Park page lists what the park offers.