Dentistry Surgical Care Unit (DSCU)

 DSCU

Location: Dental Sciences Building Addition, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry
Hours: You must have an appointment.

The Dentistry Surgical Care Unit (DSCU) is a fully-accredited, state-of-the-art day surgery unit located within the School of Dentistry at Western University.  It is a collaboration between Schulich Dentistry and the Department of Anaesthesia and Perioperative Medicine.  It offers unparalleled access for Ontarians with dental anaesthesia needs.

Click HERE to securely refer a paediatric patient to the DSCU

Frequently Asked Questions

Who do we see?

At present, our focus is on paediatric dental patients who require general anaesthesia to complete necessary dental work. In order to reduce barriers to access, our fees are generally 50-60% of the amount a private dentist would charge. We accept the Healthy Smiles Ontario program (HSO) and all forms of dental insurance.

Who performs the treatment?

All procedures are performed by a paediatric dentist from Schulich Dentistry.  Anaesthesia services are provided by a team of anaesthesiologists, registered nurses, and allied health professionals.

How can I refer a patient to the DSCU?

The DSCU sees paediatric patients on referral only from dentists, physicians, public health and community agencies. Click the link above to refer us a patient.

 Where do I park?

In the Medical Sciences/Dental Clinic parking lot, which also has handicap parking.  A map of its location is located here. This lot is staffed Monday-Friday until 5pm.  Cash payments are only available when the attendant is on duty, otherwise payment is by credit card only.  From the parking lot, the DSCU is accessed by taking the pedestrian bridge to the Dental Sciences Building Addition.

Contact Us

Dr. John Suljak, DDS, DipDentalAnaes
Academic Lead – Dentistry Surgical Care Unit
Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry
Western University, Dental Sciences Building
London, Ontario, Canada  N6A 5C1
t: 519-661-2111 x82575
e: john.suljak@schulich.uwo.ca