Altima College West Dental Centre

Altima College West Dental Centre: family dentistry in West Toronto

Altima College West Dental Centre is a dental clinic located on College Street in West Toronto, serving families, children, adults, and seniors. The centre presents itself as a calm-paced space where the team explains every step and prioritises patient comfort. It has been operating for over 30 years and offers care in English, Portuguese, and Farsi, so consultations can take place in the language the patient prefers.

Dental services available

The clinic brings together a wide range of treatments under one roof. Its catalogue includes general and family dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, dental implants, emergency care, orthodontics, and sedation. It also covers areas such as periodontics, endodontics, and surgery, according to its service description.

• General and family dentistry: check-ups, cleanings, and everyday treatments.
• Cosmetic dentistry: whitening, bonding, and veneers.
• Restorative dentistry.
• Dental implants.
• Dental emergencies.
• Orthodontics.
• Nitrous oxide sedation for those who prefer a more relaxed experience.

Sedation and anxiety-free care

For patients who feel uneasy about a dental visit, the centre offers nitrous oxide sedation, which provides a light, steady sense of calm during the appointment. The clinic frames this option within an anxiety-free care approach, with continuous explanations and a pace adapted to each person.

Professional team

The team combines dentists with training and experience in different areas. Dr. Mahmoud Darvishan practises cosmetic and implant dentistry, with a special focus on prosthodontics, and is certified to perform Invisalign treatments. He graduated as a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) from the University of Tehran in 1990 and completed a master's degree in Prosthodontics at the same university, where he was also chief resident and assistant professor. He furthered his studies at the University of Toronto and has been registered with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario since 2005. He regularly participates in courses and hands-on training and is a member of the Canadian Dental Association, the American Dental Association, the Ontario Dental Association, the ITI-Straumann World Network of Implantologists, and the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry. The team is completed by Dr. Claudete De Noronha Motta and Dr. Katy Silva, both general dentists.

Patients, coverage, and financing

The clinic serves patients of the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) and offers direct guidance on insurance. Before starting any treatment, it reviews options and costs with the patient and facilitates direct billing when possible. For those who need flexibility, the centre has extended hours in the afternoons and on Saturdays.

Location and surroundings

The centre is located on College Street in West Toronto, close to public transit, neighbourhood cafés, and everyday services. This location makes it possible to fit a visit into the workday or come as a family without long journeys.

Location and contact

979 College Street, Toronto, ON, M6H 1A6 · Phone: (416) 533-5544 · Email: collegewest@altima.ca · Hours: Monday: 9:00am - 7:00pm; Tuesday: 9:00am - 7:00pm; Wednesday: 9:00am - 2:00pm; Thursday: 9:00am - 5:00pm; Friday: 9:00am - 6:00pm; Saturday: 8:00am - 3:00pm; Sunday: Closed