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Now accepting new patients · Owen Sound, ON

Healthy smiles.
Happy lives.

Over 50 years of trusted dental care on First Avenue, now under new ownership with the same heart and a fresh, modern approach. Family, cosmetic, restorative, and emergency dentistry, all under one roof.

A relaxed patient smiling in a bright treatment room at Riverside West Dental in Owen Sound

50+

Years of care

New chapter since 2024

Same trusted address

Over 50 years of careNow accepting new patientsCDCP direct billingODSP & Ontario Works welcomeSame-day emergency visitsOnsite denture labWe bill insurance directly
Our story

New chapter,
same address.

For over fifty years, the dental chair at 940 First Avenue West has been a place where Owen Sound families come to be cared for. Through generations of dentists and decades of change, one thing has stayed constant: the commitment to your smile.

In December 2024, we welcomed new ownership, bringing fresh energy, updated technology, and a renewed commitment to affordable, transparent dental care. We still accept ODSP, Ontario Works, and Healthy Smiles. We now help patients sign up for the Canadian Dental Care Plan. And we still believe everyone deserves a dentist who treats them like family.

The building is the same. The heart is the same. The future? Brand new.

The heritage building at 940 First Avenue West, home of Riverside West Dental in Owen Sound

Est. 50+ years

940 First Avenue West

50+Years on First Avenue
2024A fresh new chapter
14Services under one roof
1stOnsite denture lab in Owen Sound
How it works

Simple, from first call to follow-up.

We keep dental care straightforward. Here is what to expect when you book with us.

  1. 01

    Book your visit

    Call, email, or send a request through the site. Sandy or Shantell will confirm a time that works around work and school, and let you know what to bring.

    • Same-week appointments
    • Tuesday evenings
    • Emergency time reserved daily
  2. 02

    Exam & conversation

    A thorough exam with digital X-rays when needed. We listen to your concerns and explain what we see in plain language, on screen, in the chair.

    • Digital X-rays
    • Intraoral camera
    • No rushing
  3. 03

    A plan you understand

    Options, timelines, and costs laid out clearly, including an insurance or CDCP estimate. You decide what happens next, at your pace.

    • Clear estimate
    • Insurance pre-checks
    • Priorities, not pressure
  4. 04

    Treatment & follow-up

    Gentle, precise care with clear aftercare instructions. We check in afterwards and book follow-ups only when they are genuinely needed.

    • Comfort-focused
    • Written aftercare
    • We're a phone call away
Transparent pricing

No surprises. Just smiles.

You should know what dental care costs before you sit in the chair. Here are our current promotions, updated monthly.

Most popular

Zoom!® Whitening

$399

Toronto's premium whitening, now in Owen Sound

Prices valid for uninsured patients and subject to change. Most insurance accepted, and we bill directly, including the Canadian Dental Care Plan.

Canadian Dental Care Plan

Dental care should be for everyone.

The Canadian Dental Care Plan provides free or reduced-cost dental care for eligible Canadians without private insurance. We'll help you check your eligibility, understand your coverage, and sign up, right here in our office.

We also accept & bill directly

  • Canadian Dental Care Plan
  • ODSP
  • Ontario Works
  • Healthy Smiles Ontario
  • GreenShield
  • Manulife
  • Sun Life
  • Canada Life
  • Desjardins
  • Blue Cross
Your care team

The people behind the smiles.

Every visit starts with a warm welcome and ends with a plan you understand. Get to know the faces you'll see.

Meet the whole team
Richa Singh, registered dental hygienist at Riverside West Dental

Richa Singh

BDS, RDH · Registered Dental Hygienist

Parul Singla, dental assistant at Riverside West Dental

Parul Singla

BDS · Dental Assistant

Shantell Lucas, administrator and treatment coordinator at Riverside West Dental

Shantell Lucas

Administrator & Treatment Coordinator

Sandy, front desk coordinator at Riverside West Dental

Sandy

Front Desk Coordinator

Good to know

Questions,
answered.

Can't find what you're looking for? Call us. A real person picks up during office hours.

Call us(519) 371-9415

Are you accepting new patients?

Yes, and we'd love to meet you. We welcome individuals and families from Owen Sound and the surrounding Grey-Bruce area. Call (519) 371-9415 or request an appointment online and we'll find a time that works for you.

What is the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)?

The CDCP is a federal program that helps cover the cost of dental care for eligible Canadians without private insurance. We help you check your eligibility, understand your coverage, and sign up, right here in our office.

Do you bill insurance directly?

Yes. We bill most insurance providers directly, including GreenShield, Manulife, Sun Life, and Canada Life. We also accept ODSP, Ontario Works, and Healthy Smiles Ontario, so you pay less out of pocket, if anything.

I have a dental emergency. How fast can you see me?

We reserve time every day for emergencies, and we offer after-hours emergency care Monday through Thursday. Call (519) 371-9415 and describe what's happening. We'll get you in as quickly as possible.

Can you really repair dentures the same day?

Yes. We operate the only onsite denture lab in Owen Sound, which means most repairs and adjustments are done while you wait. No waiting weeks and no mailing your dentures away.

Where are you located, and what are your hours?

We're at 940 1st Ave. W. in Owen Sound, Ontario. We're open Monday through Thursday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with Tuesday evenings until 7:00 PM to fit around work and school.

Ready to smile confidently?

Whether it's a routine cleaning, a dental emergency, or the smile makeover you've been thinking about, we're here for you. Send a request and we'll call you back during office hours.

Request an appointment

We reply during office hours, usually the same day.

Emergency? Call (519) 371-9415 for the fastest help.