Every age, one office
Children, parents and grandparents can all be seen here, often on the same day.
Family dentistry
One dental home for the whole family.
From a toddler's first visit to a grandparent's dentures, we look after every stage of life at 940 1st Ave. W., the same address Owen Sound families have trusted for over 50 years.
A new chapter at a familiar address
Riverside West Dental has been part of Owen Sound for more than 50 years. Since December 2024 the practice has been under new ownership, led by Dr. Sukhpreet Mander, but the idea behind it hasn't changed: a comfortable place where parents, kids and grandparents can all be seen by a team that knows them.
Family dentistry simply means we care for every age. That includes routine exams and cleanings, fillings, children's visits, gum care with our hygienist, and the restorative work adults and seniors tend to need later on, such as crowns, root canals, implants and dentures. Because so much is done under one roof, you rarely need to be sent across town.
We also try to make the practical side easy. Family members can often be booked back to back, we direct-bill the Canadian Dental Care Plan, Healthy Smiles Ontario, ODSP, Ontario Works and most private insurers, and Tuesday evenings until 7:00 PM help with school and work schedules.
Why it matters
Why families choose us
Evening appointments
We stay open until 7:00 PM on Tuesdays so visits don't have to mean missed school or work.
Direct billing
We bill CDCP, Healthy Smiles Ontario, ODSP, Ontario Works and most private plans for you.
Continuity of care
Your records, X-rays and history stay in one place, so nothing gets lost between visits.
What to expect
What a family visit looks like
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Book together
Call (519) 371-9415 and let us know who's coming. We'll try to group appointments so you make one trip.
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A thorough, unhurried exam
Each person gets a full check of teeth, gums and soft tissues, with digital X-rays only when they're needed.
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A cleaning that fits the patient
Richa, our hygienist, adjusts her approach for a nervous six-year-old or a senior with sensitive gums.
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A clear plan, no pressure
If anything needs attention, we explain the options and costs and let you decide the timing.
Good to know
Insurance and the Canadian Dental Care Plan
If you or a family member may qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan, we can help with the sign-up in the office. Children in eligible families may be covered by Healthy Smiles Ontario, and we accept ODSP and Ontario Works as well.
For private plans such as GreenShield, Manulife, Sun Life and Canada Life, we submit claims electronically and you pay only the portion your plan doesn't cover.
Common questions
Family Dentistry, answered.
If your question isn't here, call us. A real person picks up during office hours.
Do you take new patients?
Yes. We welcome new patients and families from Owen Sound and across Grey-Bruce. Call the office and we'll get you started with a first appointment.
Can my kids and I be seen on the same day?
Usually, yes. Let us know when you book and we'll do our best to schedule your family in one visit.
What if someone in the family is anxious about the dentist?
Tell us. We go at your pace, explain each step before we do it, and never rush a nervous patient. Many people find that a first visit that's just a conversation and an exam makes the next one easier.
How often should we come in?
For most people, a cleaning and check-up every six months works well. We'll suggest a different schedule if gum health, cavity history or a medical condition calls for it.
Do you help with the CDCP?
We do. Bring your information and we'll walk you through the application in the office, then direct-bill the plan once you're approved.
Book your visit
Ready to talk about family dentistry?
Send a request and Sandy or Shantell will call you back during office hours to find a time that fits. Emergencies: please phone us directly.
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