Dentist in Wexford & Maryvale, Scarborough
Your neighbourhood dental clinic on Lawrence Ave East
Lawrence Dental Centre is in the heart of Wexford Heights, at 1720 Lawrence Avenue East, across from Dixie Land Plaza. We have cared for families along this stretch of Lawrence for over 28 years, and we are accepting new patients from Wexford, Maryvale and the surrounding streets.
Dr. Daniel Gibbs and Dr. Sasan Shahrbandi handle everything from a child’s first checkup to implants and oral surgery, all at this address. We are an approved CDCP provider, we bill insurance directly, and we are open until 8 PM Monday through Thursday and until 5 on Saturday.
- Open today until 8:00 PM
- Accepting new patients
- CDCP accepted
In the heart of Wexford Heights
We are on the north side of Lawrence Avenue East, a short distance east of Pharmacy Avenue, right inside the Wexford Heights Business Improvement Area. Dixie Land Plaza is directly across the road, and Wexford Collegiate School for the Arts is a three minute walk south on Pharmacy Avenue.
Most residents of Wexford, Wexford Heights and Maryvale can reach us in a few minutes. If you are coming from the Maryvale side, we are just west of the Colony Plaza and Wexford Heights Plaza stretch of Lawrence.
Getting here in Wexford and Maryvale
On foot, by bus or by car — we are right on Lawrence.
- On Foot: Much of Wexford Heights and Maryvale is within a short walk. From Wexford Collegiate it is about three minutes; from Dixie Land Plaza, two.
- By Bus (TTC Route 54 Lawrence East): The 54 runs the length of Lawrence Avenue East and stops directly outside the clinic in both directions.
- By Bus (TTC Route 67 Pharmacy): The 67 runs north on Pharmacy Avenue and connects to Lawrence Avenue East a short walk from the door.
- By Car: We are on Lawrence Avenue East between Pharmacy and Warden. From Highway 401, exit at Victoria Park or Warden and head south to Lawrence. Parking at the clinic is free.
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Every treatment, one address
Everything from a child’s first visit to implants, handled here.
Choosing a family dentist usually comes down to a few things: how close it is, whether it can handle the whole family in one place, and whether the costs are clear before treatment starts. Being on Lawrence Avenue East, with the full range of care under one roof and CDCP and insurance handled directly, we are built for exactly that.
Same-day appointments for pain, swelling, breaks and lost fillings
Cleanings, scaling and gum maintenance
First visits, checkups and cavity prevention
Saves the tooth instead of pulling it
Treatment for bleeding or receding gums
Permanent replacement for a missing tooth
Rebuilds a cracked or heavily filled tooth
Closes a gap using the teeth beside it
Removal when a tooth can't be saved
Who you'll see
Two dentists, and the implant and surgical work stays in house.
Dr. Daniel Gibbs
University of Toronto, 1982. Over 40 years in practice in Toronto and Scarborough. He has been restoring implants since 1987 and placing them since 2000, and has taught in the Prosthodontic Department at the University of Toronto since 2014.
Implants, bone grafting and sinus lifts, Full-arch rehabilitation, Periodontal surgery, Invisalign and orthodontics, Laser dentistry.
Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Dr. Sasan Shahrbandi
Graduated with honours, and has practised for over 20 years across two
continents. He founded Lawrence Dental Centre and leads the cosmetic and
surgical side of the practice.
Smile design and full-mouth reconstruction, Wisdom tooth extractions, TMJ treatment, Root canal therapy, General and restorative care
Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Ontario Dental Association, Canadian Dental Association
Paying for treatment: CDCP, insurance, and no coverage
If you are on the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP)
We are an approved CDCP provider and submit claims to the plan directly. You pay only your co-payment at the time of the visit. CDCP is not a reimbursement programme, so you cannot pay in full and claim it back later, which is why it matters that your clinic is enrolled.
You likely qualify if your adjusted household income is under $90,000 and you do not have private dental insurance. This applies to many families with children, seniors on a fixed income, and newcomers who have not yet joined a workplace plan.
| Household income | CDCP pays | You pay |
|---|---|---|
| Under $70,000 | 100% | Nothing |
| $70,000 to $79,999 | 60% | 40% |
| $80,000 to $89,999 | 40% | 60% |
Exams, X-rays, cleanings, fillings, scaling and simple extractions need no pre-approval. Crowns, bridges, dentures and complex work do, and we handle that paperwork for you. Full details:
If you have private insurance
We bill most major plans directly, so you pay only the portion your plan does not cover. Bring your card to the first visit.
If you have no coverage at all
Tell us when you book. We quote the full cost before treatment starts, and larger cases can be paid in stages rather than all at once. Nothing gets added to the bill that you have not agreed to first.
Hours and same-day appointments
Four evenings a week until 8 PM and a full Saturday. A good share of this neighbourhood works shifts, so the evening and weekend hours make it easier to come in without taking time off.
We hold time each day for urgent cases. If you call with pain, swelling or a broken tooth, we will usually see you the same day. If the day is full we will tell you on the phone rather than book you a week out and leave you in pain.
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Dental emergency near Wexford?
Broken tooth, severe toothache, lost crown, swelling — call us immediately. We offer same-day emergency appointments including evenings and Saturdays.
FAQs
Questions from Wexford patients
What if I can't afford dental care?
If your household income is under $90,000 and you have no private insurance, you likely qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan. We are an approved CDCP provider and submit the claim directly, so you pay only your co-payment, if any.
Which bus goes to your clinic?
The 54 Lawrence East stops directly outside in both directions. From Pharmacy Avenue, the 67 Pharmacy connects to Lawrence.
How close are you to Wexford Collegiate?
About a three minute walk. The school is south of us on Pharmacy Avenue.
Are you open on Saturdays?
Yes, from 9 AM to 5 PM, and we run evening appointments until 8 PM four days a week.
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment?
Usually, yes. Call (647) 696-9294 with pain, swelling or a broken tooth. For a severe injury, heavy bleeding or a possible jaw fracture, go to a hospital emergency room first.
Do you see patients from Maryvale and Victoria Village?
Yes. Maryvale is part of the same neighbourhood, and Victoria Village is a few minutes west across Victoria Park Avenue.