Dentist for UTSC Students
For U of T Scarborough students living across central Scarborough
- We accept Studentcare and major student dental plans
- Direct billing to your insurance
- Handy if you live off-campus in central Scarborough
- Open evenings until 8 PM and Saturdays
- No coverage? We accept the CDCP
If you study at U of T Scarborough but live off-campus toward Wexford,
Victoria Village or the Lawrence corridor, our Scarborough student
dental clinic is close to home rather than campus. We accept Studentcare
and the major plans, bill your insurance directly, and keep evening and
Saturday hours.
Studentcare and student plans, billed directly
As a U of T student, you have a dental plan through the student union, administered by Studentcare, unless you opted out. It is the same coverage whichever campus you attend.
We bill Studentcare directly, so you show your card and we submit the claim. You pay only what the plan does not cover, if anything.
Plans we accept
- Studentcare
- Green Shield Canada
- Sun Life, Manulife, Canada Life, Blue Cross, Desjardins, ClaimSecure, GroupHEALTH
Not sure whether you opted out? Call us with your details and we will check before you book.
Getting here from U of T Scarborough
About 20 minutes from campus, and closer if you live off-campus this way.
- By Car: From 1265 Military Trail, take Highway 401 west to the Warden or Victoria Park exit and head south to Lawrence Avenue East. About 20 minutes, 15 km. Parking at the clinic is free.
- By Bus (TTC): Take the 95A Sheppard west, then transfer to the 67A Pharmacy south toward Lawrence Avenue East. About 52 minutes door to door. If you live off-campus closer to the clinic, the trip is much shorter.
- By Bus (TTC Route 54 Lawrence East): The 54 Lawrence East runs the length of Lawrence and stops directly outside the clinic, useful if you are already in the central Scarborough area.
Where to find us
Opening Hours
What students book with us
Checkup and Cleaning
Exams, scaling and hygiene
Emergency Dental Care
Same-day help for pain, swelling or a broken tooth
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Assessed and removed here
Fillings
Cavities treated in a single visit
Invisalign and Braces
Clear aligners and braces
Teeth Whitening
Take-home trays or in-clinic
No coverage? You may qualify for the CDCP
If your adjusted household income is under $90,000 and you do not have private dental insurance, you may qualify for the Canadian Dental Care Plan. We are an approved provider and submit the claim directly, so you pay only your co-payment.
| 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% |
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
FAQs
UTSC student dental questions
Do you accept Studentcare?
Yes. Studentcare administers the U of T student union dental plan, and we bill it directly.
I'm a UTSC student but live off-campus. Is this convenient?
If you live in central or west Scarborough, toward Wexford, Victoria Village or the Lawrence corridor, we are likely closer to home than a clinic near campus.
Do you bill my insurance directly?
Yes, for Studentcare and the major plans. You pay only the portion your plan does not cover.
Do you accept the CDCP?
Yes. If your household income is under $90,000 and you have no private insurance, you may qualify. We are an approved provider.
How do I get there from campus?
About 20 minutes by car via Highway 401, or by TTC take the 95 Sheppard and transfer to the 67 Pharmacy.
Can I get a same-day emergency appointment?
Where we can, yes. Call (647) 696-9294 with pain, swelling or a broken tooth.