Ottawa's dental scene is dense, family practices in Alta Vista, cosmetic-focused clinics downtown, and newer studios out in Kanata and Bells Corners all competing for the same chairs. To put this list together, we looked at Google review volume and rating, patient feedback on RateMDs, Birdeye and HelloDent, and each practice's own site, then cross-checked that every clinic is still active and taking patients. A couple of well-known Ottawa names got left off after we found a pattern of unresolved complaints, more on that below.
1. Billings Bridge Dental Centre
Area: Riverside Drive, near Billings Bridge Plaza · Rating: 4.9 on Google (over 1,000 reviews)
Billings Bridge Dental Centre sits right at entrance 7 of Billings Bridge Plaza and runs a large team that includes a periodontist and a certified Invisalign provider, so more complex cases don't need a referral out. Reviewers consistently point to transparent communication about cost and treatment before work starts, which matters at a practice this size. It suits families who want one clinic that can handle everything from cleanings to specialist work under one roof.
2. St. Laurent Dental Centre
Area: Inside St. Laurent Shopping Centre · Rating: 4.9 on Google (over 1,300 reviews)
This practice has been operating inside the St. Laurent mall since 1985, with a team of general dentists, including Dr. Atul Joshi, who reviewers say has been there long enough to know regular patients by name. The mall location makes it an easy stop to combine with errands, and patients describe the hygienists as thorough without being rushed. It's a solid pick for anyone who wants a long-established practice over a newer boutique clinic.
3. Ottawa Dentistry
Area: Downtown, Metcalfe Street · Rating: 5 stars on Google (641 reviews)
Led by Dr. Irwin Kreisman, a McGill dentistry graduate who also completed a hospital residency, Ottawa Dentistry has built a reputation among reviewers for staff who explain procedures in detail and for going out of their way on billing for patients without insurance. It's a good fit for downtown workers who want a dentist within walking distance of the core. The team includes multiple dentists, so it can usually accommodate same-week appointments.
4. Bank Street Dentistry
Area: Centretown, Bank Street · Since: 2012
Dr. Nasrin Saba opened Bank Street Dentistry in 2012 and has since brought on Dr. Wiseman to expand the practice, which now covers everything from routine fillings to veneers and whitening. Patients describe Dr. Saba specifically as gentle and unusually good with nervous patients, a recurring theme across her reviews. This one suits people who've had bad dental experiences elsewhere and want a slower, more reassuring visit.
5. Horizons Dental Care
Area: Carling Avenue, west end · Rating: 5 stars on Google (over 650 reviews)
Horizons Dental Care won the 2026 Canadian Choice Award in the Dental Clinic category for Ottawa and holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. The office is newer and modern, and the practice offers direct insurance billing and payment plans, which reviewers cite as a reason they stuck around after their first visit. It's a strong choice for west-end residents who want a contemporary clinic with flexible payment options.
6. Ottawa Smiles Family Dental
Area: Bank Street, near the Glebe · Rating: 4.9 on Google · Since: 2020
Dr. Fathy Sadek, who has more than 25 years of dentistry experience going back to his training in Egypt, opened Ottawa Smiles Family Dental in September 2020 after years as an associate at other Ottawa clinics. Reviewers describe him as patient and willing to customize treatment plans rather than push a one-size-fits-all approach. The clinic covers a broad range of work, from wisdom teeth extractions to Invisalign and implants.
7. Village Green Dental Care
Area: Kanata, Colchester Square · Rating: over 1,000 five-star Google reviews
Village Green Dental Care has built one of the largest review counts of any dental practice in the Kanata area, which reviewers attribute to a consistent, low-pressure experience across cleanings and more involved treatment. It's a practical option for Kanata and west-suburb families who don't want to drive downtown for routine care. The volume of five-star reviews suggests a practice that has scaled without losing consistency.
8. Bells Corners Dental Studio
Area: Bells Corners, Nepean · Since: 2021
Dr. Ryan Kirschner opened Bells Corners Dental Studio in November 2021 alongside Dr. Brandon Hersh, and the practice has since built a name around Invisalign and cosmetic work alongside standard family dentistry. Reviewers single out the approachability of both dentists and a staff that makes an effort to put anxious patients at ease. Being newer, it's a good fit for anyone who wants a modern, tech-forward office rather than a legacy practice.
9. Westboro Station Dental
Area: Westboro, Byron and Golden · Rating: 4.9 on Google (96 reviews)
Westboro Station Dental runs out of the Westboro Station building at Byron and Golden and covers general, restorative and cosmetic work for both adults and kids. Reviews mention thorough explanations during procedures and a genuinely welcoming front desk, which matters for a neighbourhood practice competing with bigger clinics nearby. It's a solid choice for Westboro residents who'd rather walk than drive to a dental appointment.
10. Groove Dental
Area: Kanata Avenue · Rating: over 175 reviews on Birdeye
Groove Dental is run by Dr. Natasha-Rose Rizk and Dr. Andrew Denardo out of Kanata Avenue, with 3D CT scan technology on site for more precise diagnostics. Patients describe the staff as unusually accommodating with anxious or first-time visitors, and the practice covers standard family dentistry from cleanings to fillings. It rounds out the Kanata options on this list for anyone who wants a newer, tech-equipped clinic close to home.
A couple of names came up often in searches but didn't make the cut. Barrhaven Bright Smile Dental had a mix of a low Indeed rating and a specific complaint about a dentist raising her voice at a nervous patient, and Orleans Dental Centre had RateMDs reviews describing post-treatment pain and unexpected billing. We're not saying either is a bad clinic, only that we couldn't verify the same consistency the ten above have.
How We Built This List
This list was compiled from public web sources, including Google reviews, RateMDs, Birdeye and HelloDent, along with each clinic's own website. Nobody at ottown visited or was treated at any of these practices, and this is not a paid placement, no business on this list paid for inclusion. Ratings and review counts reflect what was visible at the time of research and can change. Last reviewed: August 2026.
Sources: RateMDs Ottawa dentist directory, Google Business Profiles for each listed clinic, and each practice's official website.
