I'm eternally grateful to have been introduced to the Franklyn Street Dental Centre with its…read morefabulous staff of dentists and dental hygienists who genuinely care about working with your comfort in mind. I've never had a moment's pain in their hands, and have had a ton of work done! Since getting fixed up I've not had any problems in the years that I've been their patient. Had a tiny filling today where my partials had caused a little indent. I opted for no needle, and had the topical painkiller, which was enough. Not a bit of pain, and only a few short moments of mild discomfort. Thank you Dr. Geekie! - Johanna Garrick

I've been seeing Dr Marhara for 10 years now. He has done crown, Bridges, Onlays and now my Implant…read morealong with Dr Giorgio Petricca ( Specialist) . What I Really like is the technology that Downtown Dental uses. The same day crown machine is great and very futuristic. This saves me time and I believe creates a better crown. I would recommend Dr Marhara.

If you aren't afraid to go to the dentist already, you sure will be after going to this dentist. I…read morehad seen Dr. Hill at the downtown dentist group for many years. He was always kind, patient, informative. Then of course, he retired (so part time you might as well consider him completely retired). I finally had to have Dr. Mahara, who took over the practise, do a filling. I'm a big chicken. But I know there are lots of us. Well, Dr. Mahara had zero patience when administering the anaesthesia. He frowned & in an angry voice said, "Oh come on! That can't hurt," as tears were streaming down my face. As he worked on my fillings, he was clumsy, losing his grip on his tools and hitting my other teeth with the tools. I should have just jumped out of the chair and left when he scolded me when he was doing the anaesthesia. Months later, I found a new dentist because I had to have a tooth with a hairline fracture repaired. I am absolutely sure that fracture came about because of Dr. Mahara being rough & hitting y tooth with his tools repeatedly. I love my new dentist & would advise others to stay far far away from Dr. Mahara. If you are not yet afraid of the dentist, you certainly will be once he's through with you.

I only give him 5 stars because I can't give him 10. I came up all the way from San Diego to…read morereplace a painful lower denture made via digital scan, and it was worth every mile. Dr. Hoffman makes his dentures old school, with multiple impressions & adjustments. He is meticulous, thorough, friendly & caring. And doesn't have a lab make his dentures; he makes them himself. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

From the owner: Your local Denturists, Over 15 years of experience. We go over and above treating our patience with…read morethe extra T.L.C. Please call for appointment

Took me in an emergency- same day service just 2 days before Xmas. Very pleasant and thorough.read more

Thank you Dr Cooper for getting me in so quickly when you knew I had been suffering with pain and…read moreunsure if I had an abscess. Destiny ( dental assistant ) put me at ease right away and was so very kind what a sweet girl. Dr Cooper has always taken his time to explain what he's going to do and why . He was honest and very compassionate . I will be going here for all my future dental appointments . Thanks again

Had to take a relative for an emergency tooth ache while in Nanaimo - highly recommend for quick…read moreand painless service.

Downtown dental clinic is the only place in my long life which has engaged in torture. Dr Sayed…read morerefuses to provide enough freezing. He only give a drop at a time which amounts to ten or more injections. Then he yanks on the teeth creating huge pain. When I continued in pain he told me to go away in one breath and in the next he said he would give me more freezing. WHICH IS IT? So I left rather upset and they phoned my new dentist to tell them I was a "difficult patient." So it is BLAME THE VICTIM all the way. I have reported both the dentist and his front end staff to the College of Oral Health Practitioners and expect the investigation to begin soon. If you love pain, DT dental is the place to go. Enjoy the torture.

I requested information from Lakeside concerning their services and although they answered me at…read morefirst, the summarily and quite rudely ignored my contacts asking for the information they promised me. After four days and many attempts to get information and being ignored, I have decided against using this clinic and suggest everyone look elsewhere for dental care.

The staff are all wonderful at this business. I am a chicken when it comes to going to the dentist…read morebut they never make me feel judged about my crazy phobia. The dentist, Dr Wolanski does great work and always makes you feel comfortable in the chair. He respects the phobia. Thank you to everyone who helps me continue to smile, and not a toothless smile!