Feb. 20, 2025

Dear Esteemed Patient,

After 28 years of dedicated service to the Ottawa dental community, I am writing to inform you of an important change to our practice. The office building is scheduled for demolition and redevelopment into a high-rise complex.  Consequently, I have decided to align the closure of our practice with my retirement in the summer of 2025.

We understand that this news may raise concerns, and we are here to support you during this transition. Our goal is to complete as many planned dental treatments as possible before our practice closes on July 15, 2025.

For patients requiring ongoing treatment beyond this date, we are pleased to offer the following options:

-Transfer of Prosthodontic treatment to Dr. Maiko Sakai:  Our Prosthodontic Associate, Dr. Sakai, will be available to continue your care. We will provide information about Dr. Sakai's new office location in the coming months.

-Referral to another Prosthodontist in Ottawa:  We can arrange a referral to another prosthodontist in the Ottawa area to ensure continuity of your treatment.

-Transfer of dental and oral hygiene care:  For those needing a new general dentist, our front desk staff will provide a list of dental offices in Ottawa to assist you.

-Access to your dental records:  We will provide copies of your dental files or x-rays upon request to facilitate your ongoing care.

We will continue to update our website at www.Ottawasmile.com with the latest information to assist you during this transition.

We deeply appreciate your understanding and support over the years. It has been our privilege to provide your prosthodontic care, and we are committed to ensuring a smooth transition for you.

Warm regards,

Dr. Stewart Hum