Convenient Access from Bayview
An 8-minute drive separates the reservoir shore from Ultima Dental Wellness, so anyone wanting a dentist near Bayview has an easy run for routine checkups and bigger restorative plans alike. Our office sits in the Kingsland community of southwest Calgary, a short hop east along Heritage Drive. Three dentists share the schedule, and the care covers everything from hygiene visits to implants planned with 3D imaging.
Start on Bay View Drive SW and follow it southeast to 90 Avenue SW, which traces Bayview's southern edge. Turn left there and head east, go left at the end of the road onto 14 Street SW, then bear right onto Heritage Drive SW and continue east. At Macleod Trail S, turn left and drive north to 71 Avenue SW, then turn left to reach 506 71 Ave SW #202. The whole trip is about 5.1 km, roughly 8 minutes, and free parking is waiting when you arrive.
The office is about 150 m west of Macleod Trail and just south of Glenmore Trail, so the final turn comes quickly once you are heading north. Just across 90 Avenue lie Palliser and Pump Hill, which share Bayview's southern edge.
A Reservoir Community That Plans Ahead
Bayview was laid out in 1967 on a peninsula along the south shore of the Glenmore Reservoir, and the first homes were ready early in 1968. The streets are lined with single-family detached houses, most in an American Colonial style, with some Spanish, Tudor and modern designs mixed in. A settled community of single-family homes suits a dental office that values continuity.
The practice itself began more than thirty years ago as a solo family office. Today it is a new generation of family dentists led by Dr. Richard Krim, with a dental team that knows returning patients and their history. For a Bayview resident who wants one office to track their mouth over decades, that history matters.
Weekday hours fit a range of routines. Monday runs 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Tuesday and Wednesday stretch to 6:00 PM, Thursday opens at 7:00 AM, and Friday runs 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Anyone heading out to sail or paddle on the reservoir can take an early Thursday slot and still have the afternoon free.
No referral is needed to become a patient, and multiple languages are spoken at the office, including English, French, Korean and Spanish. That helps when an older relative would rather discuss a treatment plan in a first language. Every first visit is a one-on-one appointment with one of our doctors, who uses photos and video to show what is happening in your mouth.
What Bayview's Longtime Owners Should Watch For
A community of long-settled homeowners tends to bring a particular set of dental needs. Fillings placed twenty or thirty years ago wear down, old crowns loosen at the edges, and a back tooth lost years ago may have let neighboring teeth drift. None of this is urgent on its own, but each issue is easier to handle when it is caught at a routine exam rather than after a tooth finally cracks.
Our approach to repair is conservative. The dentists use digital x-rays, CBCT 3D imaging and a digital intraoral scanner to see how much healthy tooth remains, then recommend the smallest restoration that will last. If something can safely be watched instead of treated, patients hear that plainly.
Gum health deserves the same attention in a mature community. Periodontal pocket measurements and an oral cancer screening are part of every comprehensive exam, and hygiene visits can be scheduled to match each person's risk. Professional cleanings and periodontal maintenance help keep the supporting bone around older restorations healthy.
Some people put off repair work because past appointments were unpleasant. Nitrous oxide and oral conscious sedation are both available, and local anesthesia is given thoroughly before treatment starts. For a longer restorative session, sedation can also let the dentists complete more work in a single visit, which means fewer trips down Heritage Drive.
Restorative and Implant Care from a Dentist Near Bayview
Restorative Dentistry
A tooth that has carried a large filling for decades may eventually split along its edge. Our dentists rebuild it with a new filling or one of our dental crowns, picking the least invasive repair that will hold up. Digital impressions replace the old putty trays.
Implant Dentistry
Implant placement and the final restoration both happen in-house, so Bayview patients are not sent across the city for the surgical step. CBCT 3D imaging maps bone volume and nearby structures before anything is placed.
Root Canal Therapy
A tooth with an infected nerve can often be saved instead of removed. Treatment clears the infected tissue and seals the canals, and a crown usually follows to protect what remains. Lingering sensitivity to hot or cold is one sign worth having checked.
Family & Preventative Dentistry
Adults, teens and visiting grandchildren can all be seen at the same office. Exams include gum measurements, a bite assessment and a review of older restorations for early signs of breakdown.
When a single tooth is missing and an implant is not the right fit, dental bridges offer a fixed alternative anchored to the teeth on either side. The dentists explain both paths side by side, along with the trade-offs for bone and neighboring teeth, before any decision is made.
Meet Your Calgary Dental Team
Implant questions often land with Dr. Richard Krim, who leads the practice and has a special interest in implants and orthodontics within a prevention-minded general practice. A University of Alberta graduate (DDS, 2001), he was raised in rural Northern Alberta. Patients with jaw soreness or clenching may also see Dr. Amy Yoo, whose postgraduate courses include TMD treatment.
Insurance, CDCP & Financing
Larger restorative plans are easier to budget when costs are clear up front, so pre-treatment estimates are available on request. Ultima offers direct insurance billing for private, employee and government coverage and accepts the Canadian Dental Care Plan. Financing through iFinance and payment plans arranged in advance with the Treatment Coordinator help spread out treatment such as implants.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Ultima Dental Wellness from Bayview, and how do I get there?
From Bay View Drive SW, the office is about 5.1 km away, roughly 8 minutes by car. The route follows 90 Avenue SW, 14 Street SW, Heritage Drive SW and Macleod Trail S to 71 Avenue SW. Bayview residents wanting a dentist near Bayview will find free parking at 506 71 Ave SW #202 when they arrive.
Is a bridge or an implant better for one missing tooth?
It depends on the health of the teeth beside the gap and the bone underneath it. An implant replaces the root as well as the crown and helps preserve bone, while a bridge anchors to the neighboring teeth. CBCT 3D imaging shows the dentists how much bone is available before they recommend either option.
Can sedation let me finish several treatments in one visit?
Yes, that is one of its main uses. When someone needs several fillings, crowns or an extraction, nitrous oxide or oral conscious sedation can allow the dentists to complete more work in a single appointment. Fewer visits also means fewer recovery periods, and your health history and medications are reviewed before any sedation is given.
What does the $50 New Patient Exam include?
The $50 New Patient Exam, offered to new patients only, is a full oral health exam followed by treatment recommendations. It gives you a clear picture of where your teeth and gums stand and what, if anything, should happen next. Nothing proceeds until you understand the recommendation and are comfortable with it.
Which weekdays can I book an appointment after work?
Tuesday and Wednesday are the best choices, since the office stays open until 6:00 PM on both days. Thursday starts at 7:00 AM for anyone who would rather come in before work. Monday closes at 3:00 PM and Friday at 4:00 PM, so those days suit retirees and flexible schedules better than late arrivals.
Schedule Your Visit from Bayview
If you have been putting off a crown, a missing-tooth question or simply an overdue checkup, our team is happy to help you find a time. Call 587-741-7757 to book with a dentist near Bayview, browse every community we serve on our Areas We Serve page, or learn more about the practice on our Dentist Calgary, AB homepage.