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How to Choose a Family Dentist in Toronto and Richmond Hill

A practical checklist for families in Toronto, Richmond Hill and York Region choosing a dentist: location, hours, services, languages, CDCP and insurance.

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With hundreds of dental offices across Toronto and York Region, choosing one for the whole family can feel overwhelming. These questions help you narrow it down.

Location and commute

Pick a clinic you can reach easily from home, school or work. Nova Family Dental is at 9961 Yonge Street in Richmond Hill, a convenient drive or transit trip for families in Richmond Hill, Thornhill, Vaughan, Markham and North York.

Hours that fit family life

Evening and Saturday appointments make it easier to book children after school and adults after work. Ask about emergency availability too.

Services under one roof

  • Checkups, cleanings and children's dentistry
  • Fillings, root canals and crowns
  • Implants, dentures and bridges
  • Cosmetic options and clear aligners
  • Emergency visits

Coverage and communication

Ask whether the clinic accepts your insurance or the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), and whether staff speak your family's language. Dr. Diba Varasteh speaks English and Farsi.

Common questions

Is Nova Family Dental accepting new patients?

Yes, we welcome new patients and families. Request an appointment online or call (647) 368-6226.

Do you see patients from Toronto?

Yes. Many patients travel up Yonge Street from Toronto and nearby York Region communities.

Related care at Nova Family Dental

Get a personal answer at your visit

Articles are general information. For advice about your own teeth, book an examination with Dr. Diba.

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