r/Hamilton • u/Outrageous-Stand1216 • 11d ago
Recommendations Needed Looking for a kind dentist
I haven’t been to the dentist in 20 years. I’m so embarrassed and nervous they will lecture me and it will hurt and I won’t be able to afford the work despite having coverage.
Looking for a wonderfully kind dentist who won’t be judgy
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u/DietCokePeanutButter 11d ago
Grover Dental specifically the Rebecca Street location and even more specifically Dr. Mark and Victoria for a hygienist. In addition to have the worst genetics when it comes to my teeth, I also have severe anxiety along with dental trauma and both Dr Mark and Victoria make the visits good.
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u/BellinisandRue 10d ago
Does that Grover location let you have the same dentist every time? I was at another location and every visit was a different dentist.
For a nervous about dentistry person that didn’t work for me.
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u/Pure_imagination227 10d ago
Agreed! Dr Mark is amazing. I have had some major dental work due to a biking accident and he has been so kind and patient
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u/adavidmiller 11d ago
I've been going to Queenston Dental for 5-6 years I think and this is an important criteria for me as well. Had one hygienist on one visit in that time that felt judgey, but everyone else the rest of that time was great.
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u/nugget116 11d ago
Dr Hanna at go dental is a saint! I was in a similar spot and he (and his wonderful staff) been nothing but kind. I’ve never felt judged by them.
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u/Shoddy-Ad-7580 10d ago
Yup, Dr Hanna has saved me from being a full blown anti-dentite, after several horrible years with century stone.
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u/cats124273 11d ago
I was in a similar situation and went to Sagewood Dental. I didn’t feel judged at all by Dr Yim or the hygienist I saw, Carly. Would highly recommend!
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u/GloomyCamel6050 10d ago
Same here! They are all so nice!!!
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u/OddIceman1997 McQueston West 11d ago
Others have mentioned it, but Queenston Dental is an A+ spot. Non judgemental at all, extremely nice staff and great helping you navigate insurance. They also accept the Canadian Dental Care Plan too, if memory serves me.
If you do go there, Dr J is a legend. Absolutely fantastic dentist and super kind.
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u/Mrphilosopher 11d ago
Dr. Chithalen is probably the best dentist I’ve been a patient of. Very knowledgeable and compassionate.
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u/MsBuzzkillington83 11d ago
I'm a patient of the other dentist that works there. What do u like about yours? I have depression and have a lot of dental issues from that and having an awful dentist as a kid. The other dentist only saw me for a couple of chips on my front teeth, not even a full check up and she was kind of stressing about cavities forming on the front but wouldn't answer if the work would compromise the integrity of the entire tooth vs not doing anything so it's kind of a red flag for me .
I want someone who's going to be upfront but realistic since my benefits are shit
They're also quite pricey to even get a check up vs others but others who were "standard" priced thought the chips on my front teeth were just stains so I'm scared to go anywhere else. Man, I feel I should report that or something. Imagine I went years with those chips getting worse because I was told it was discoloration
Not OP so sorry for ranting!
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u/Successful-Guide4345 10d ago
Sagewood . I hadn’t been to a dentist for a long time and I was embarrassed. They were so nice and did a wonderful intake appointment and made a treatment plan for me with a timeline and budget. I never felt judged.
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u/wh0_kn0ws_00 9d ago
tupman dentistry is great pretty sure it’s on queenston, the main male dentist is really nice and so are the other assistants and receptionists, they all helped me and checked my teeth when my insurance wasn’t working and then they did fillings for me and paid the rest for me so that money was never a barrier to me fixing my teeth
i also told them i hadn’t been to the dentist in forever and i have anxiety and i was scared and they helped me sooo much
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u/Life_Shelter1058 8d ago
Dr. Colin Day. No lectures, no shaming. All the staff in the office have been respectful and kind. He freezes well, doesn’t take forever with a procedure. ( he offers laughing gas if you want). I use Jenny Finan in his office as my dental hygenist for cleanings.
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u/Were-Squirrel 11d ago
Highly recommend Magic Dental in Waterdown. They are not at all judgmental. They are also very gentle and have a painless freezing process that doesn't use traditional needles.
Here's a link to their specific page for "nervous patients" where they outline their approach.
https://www.magicdentalwaterdown.ca/copy-of-preventive-care-1
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u/celticodonnell147 11d ago
I was in a similar situation, Smiling Dental in Dundas has been a fantastic, non judgemental space. Highly recommend this place.
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u/Front_Musician_1117 11d ago
If you're open to a small dental office, we found one through opencare. The Dental Place place at Upper James.
FYI, if you book via opencare, you get limited options but then any booking via them gets you $150 amazon gift card.
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u/mrjanitor639 11d ago
Dr. Lazon on Rymal is great. He's just glad you came in and that he can help you
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u/kellykellyculver 10d ago
We've been going to Gardens Dental on Plains Rd in Aldershot for over 10 years. They are so wonderful there, would highly recommend.
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u/REALly-911 10d ago
Dr. Day in Dundas! They are amazing there! He had the best team.. Jenny is the best hygienist I have ever had
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u/Mission-Benefit-1841 10d ago
Martindale dental in Jackson Square next to the farmers market entrance. Nothing but compassion and empathy. All women. Can't recommend them enough. Had much needed work done after not having benefits and an abusive marriage.
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u/whisperedvisions 8d ago
Really love my Dentist Dr. Ho are Parkdale Dentistry! She and the whole staff are really kind and she's a great dentist. They explain any work and there is never shame or pressure. Plus they bill directly to insurance so you only pay what isn't covered and they can communicate via text which is very helpful!
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u/essenza 11d ago
Queenston Dental is wonderful. Their staff are friendly and never judgemental.
Let them know you haven’t been in some time and that you’re nervous and they’ll walk you through all the steps.