Business Details
17 Years
experience
Your Trusted Dentist in Peterborough, Ontario
At Peterborough Smiles, we are dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care tailored to each patient's unique needs. Our practice combines advanced technology with a commitment to patient comfort, offering general, aesthetic, and family dental services in a relaxed environment. With over a decade of experience since 2009, we prioritize staying at the forefront of modern dentistry to deliver solutions like amalgam-free fillings, implant restoration, and cosmetic treatments. Our team emphasizes preventive care through regular examinations and hygiene services while addressing complex restorative needs with crowns, bridges, and full-mouth rehabilitation.We utilize digital X-rays, nitrous oxide sedation, and mercury separation systems to ensure safe, efficient treatments. Our mission is to help patients achieve lasting oral health through personalized care plans and transparent communication about treatment options. We serve Peterborough and surrounding areas with weekday appointments and a focus on patient education through our online resources and in-office consultations.
Services
Amalgam-Free Dentistry
Teeth Whitening
Porcelain Veneers
Dental Crowns
Bridges
Implant Restoration
Root Canal Therapy
Hygiene Services
Athletic Mouthwear
Full Mouth Restoration
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We offer mercury-free and amalgam-free dental restorations
- Our practice uses digital X-ray technology reducing radiation exposure
- We provide customized UnderArmour Performance Mouthwear for athletes
- Our team offers nitrous oxide sedation for patient comfort
- We implement environmentally friendly dental practices with mercury separation
What people say
Gentle and compassionate
Professional and gentle
Extraordinary services
Amazing dentist
Compassionate care
Services
Amalgam-Free Dentistry
Our practice specializes in mercury-free dental restorations using modern composite materials. We replace traditional metal fillings with tooth-colored alternatives that provide both aesthetic and structural benefits. Patients receive durable, natural-looking solutions that bond securely with tooth surfaces while maintaining oral health standards.
Teeth Whitening
We offer professional-grade teeth whitening solutions to address discoloration from dietary and lifestyle factors. Our treatments include customized whitening kits that safely remove stains while protecting enamel integrity. Patients achieve noticeable improvements in tooth color through supervised, dentist-approved whitening protocols.
Dental Crowns
Our crown restorations address both cosmetic and structural dental issues using premium materials like porcelain and gold alloys. These custom-fabricated caps restore damaged teeth while enhancing appearance. We provide comprehensive guidance on material selection to ensure optimal functionality and aesthetic results.
Bridges
We design dental bridges to replace missing teeth while maintaining proper bite alignment. Our fixed prosthetics use adjacent teeth for support while creating natural-looking replacements. Patients benefit from improved chewing function and restored confidence in their smile's appearance.
Hygiene Services
Our preventive dental program includes routine cleanings, examinations, and targeted treatments for maintaining optimal oral health. We offer fluoride applications, gum disease management, and breath control solutions as part of comprehensive hygiene maintenance plans tailored to individual patient needs.
People
Dr. John Lau
Dentist
Dr. John Lau, DDS, leads our practice with a commitment to comprehensive dental care. He emphasizes patient comfort while delivering modern treatment solutions for general and cosmetic dentistry needs.
Questions
What dental services do you specialize in?
We specialize in amalgam-free dentistry, teeth whitening, crowns, bridges, implant restoration, and preventive hygiene services using modern technology.
Do you offer emergency dental care?
While we don't list specific emergency services, we recommend contacting our office directly for urgent dental concerns during business hours.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Interac, cheques, and cash payments for dental treatments and services.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
Our standard hours are Monday-Thursday 8AM-5PM and Friday 8AM-1PM. We recommend scheduling appointments during these times.
Do you accept dental insurance?
We electronically submit insurance claims and work with patients to maximize their dental coverage benefits for all treatment plans.
Reviews (7)
Gillian Green
Sep 18, 2021
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I had to have 2 fillings redone. I am SUPER anxious about dental work and Dr. Lau and his staff were all wonderful. They walked me through the parts I wanted to know and worked quickly and efficiently giving me plenty of breaks as needed. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for amazing dental care.
Dan Beal
Jan 16, 2020
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I had to have a replacement crown and Dr. Lau took the time needed to ensure a perfect fit. This is a first for me. Thank you very much!
Linda Denvers
Jul 19, 2019
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I love Dr Lau! His staff are friendly and offer very gentle cleaning sevices. Very honest and trustworthy.
Miya Kinos-Rodney
Nov 20, 2018
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The care my son receives there is outstanding. He had his first cavity filled today, he's 5 years old. He gave me a high five and is happy to go back. He absolutly loves going. Amazing dentist and hygienists.
Brian Parypa
Oct 10, 2018
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Hands down the best dentist office I have been to and I have be to a lot. I will be staying here, love the staff and the doc, great people.
Roberta Briceno
Aug 01, 2018
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If you are looking for a professional, amazing and friendly dentist call Dr. Lau at Smiles! Dr. Lau is outstanding!! My family is blessed to have him as our dentist (along with his friendly and efficient staff) for over 15 years!
Rachael M.
Jun 06, 2017
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Staff are all knowledgeable and kind. It is a very pleasant atmosphere and I look forward to going there for my checkups. Keep up the good work!
