Downtown Dental Centre

I have been a patient here for years. They are always on time, all staff are very friendly and exceptionally good at what they do. They use the very latest technology and there is no place I would rather go for dental work. Plus it is right on the subway line and there is a food court a few steps away.

Quick and convenient, especially if you live/​work/​play in the neighbourhood. I often schedule my appointments during a lunch break and never wait long. All of the hygienists I’ve ever booked for cleaning were friendly, professional and skilled at their jobs. I haven’t had to have any major dental work so haven’t had much interaction with any of the dentists except for the 5 minutes at the end of the cleaning where they come to inspect your teeth.
All in all, highly recommended if you’re already in this ‘hood and looking for a lunch time quickie cleaning :)
*note: you can opt to get text message appointment reminders instead of phonecalls

I’m a dental avoider. I hate dentists. Hate may not be the right word. I’m terrified of dentists. I actually get teary while sitting in a dentist’s chair cause I’m so worked up.
So I had avoided going to the dentist for years. When I finally worked up some nerve, I called a number of dental offices, and eventually booked an appointment with this one because the receptionist was warm, patient, and happy to give me as much information as I needed to get past some of my fear.
The clinic itself is big and busy. The layout is interesting; it’s situated primarily underground, but has sunlights for some natural light. It’s clean, and shiny, and has a fishtank, which gives nervous nellie’s like me something to focus on.
I was booked in with Dr. Al Attar who was utterly patient and gentle with me and explained everything as he did it. The hygienist I saw on my second visit was equally patient and accommodating. I felt supported and cared for and will actually make it back for a six month cleaning, having conquered some of my fear with this clinic.
It’s not getting five stars because it’s still a dental clinic — still expensive for those of us without coverage, and still scary and hard to navigate. Perhaps if they had a petting zoo in the waiting room…