Welcoming New Patients, Halifax Dentists

New Patients Always Welcome

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Repair Your Smile

Restore Your Smile

Your Smile Is Our Priority

Services at Lakeside Dental

The dental services available at our clinic in Halifax can help preserve your overall oral health and keep your smile looking its best.

Enhance Your Smile

Ensure Comfort

Save Your Smile

Find Fast Relief

Caring for Smiles Across the HRM

Welcome to Lakeside Dental

Our team of dental professionals in Halifax delivers personalized care for our patients to help them achieve optimal oral health.

We offer personalized treatment plans and a variety of dental services to support your your long-term oral health and overall well-being. With short wait times, multiple appointment bookings for families, and dental sedation, we strive to make every visit as stress-free as possible.

Conveniently located in Bayers Lake Business Park, our clinic is wheelchair-friendly, has ample free parking available to all patients, and is accessible by public transit. Our team of dental professionals will help you achieve and maintain a healthy smile.

About Our Practice

Meet Our Halifax Dentists

Aiming for a healthier smile? Our team of dental professionals are here to help.

Our Dentists

Dr Ellen Drysdale

General Dentist

Dr. Ellen Drysdale is originally from Halifax. She has had the privilege of serving her community for over 20 years. She completed her Bachelor of Science at Dalhousie University before graduating from Dalhousie Dental School in 1994 where she was the recipient of the Quintessence Award for Greatest proficiency in Clinical Dentistry and Academic Achievement, Quintessence Prize for Excellence in Clinical Achievement in Periodontics and Canadian Academy of Periodontology Prize. Dr. Drysdale is a member of the Nova Scotia Dental Association and Canadian Dental Association. She is licensed with the Nova Scotia Dental Board.

Dr. Drysdale enjoys all aspects of general dentistry with an emphasis on family dental care and prevention. She also enjoys cosmetic dentistry and is part of an implant study group. She takes a sincere interest in each individual and has a warm and caring style. By listening to individuals she is able to customize dental treatment to meet their specific needs.

After seven years of practicing in Tantallon, Dr. Drysdale moved to North Carolina. She returned to establish her practice in Halifax. She enjoys a healthy lifestyle and loves the outdoors. She recognizes dental health is part of your total health.
Dr Joseph Carter

General Dentist

Dr. Carter was born and raised in Halifax, N.S. where he attended Dalhousie University and completed his Undergraduate and Dental Degree. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry and loves being able to provide a wide variety of treatment to all ages. For patients suffering from fear of dental treatment, Dr. Carter is board certified in offering Nitrous Oxide sedation to his patients. The treatment provides moderate sedation administered by a mask and wears off quickly. Aside from dentistry, Dr. Carter enjoys training and competing in Triathlons (completed his first Ironman in 2019), travelling, fishing, golfing, attending concerts, cooking, photography and camping.

Lakeside Dental

What You Get at Our Clinic

Our clinic offers a range of amenities designed to make it easier for you to prioritize your oral health. We focus on making each visit convenient and comfortable – in and out of the dental chair.

What you get at Lakeside Dental in Halifax

Meeting Your Restorative Dental Needs

Root Canals in Halifax

If a tooth has severe decay or infection, a root canal may be the only way to save it from extraction.

During the procedure, your dentist carefully removes bacteria and decayed tissue from the inner pulp of a tooth, preventing the infection from spreading and protecting the surrounding teeth and gums.

Once the tooth is cleaned, sealed, and restored, it can function just like a healthy tooth again. Most patients experience little discomfort during or after treatment, and with proper care, a tooth that has had a root canal can last a lifetime.

Learn More About Root Canals

New Patients Always Welcome

We’re always happy to welcome new patients. Reach out today to take your first step toward a healthier, more confident smile.

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Find Us in Halifax

Lakeside Dental in Bayers Lake proudly serves patients from Clayton Park, Fairview, Beechville, Spryfield, Bedford, and surrounding areas.

Contact & Hours

Welcome to Lakeside Dental

Meet Our Halifax Dentists

Dr Ellen Drysdale

Dr Joseph Carter

What You Get at Our Clinic

Same-Day Appointments

Accessible by Transit

Family Appointments

Direct BIlling

Root Canals in Halifax

New Patients Always Welcome

Find Us in Halifax