University Ave Dental Care for Downtown Toronto
A short walk east of University Avenue at 29 Elm St.
Between hospital shifts or back-to-back meetings, you need a dentist who fits your hours. We see University Avenue patients early, late, and on weekends.
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Why University Ave Patients Pick Us
Downtown is full of dental offices that lock up when your workday ends. We built our schedule around the people who keep University Avenue running.
Expert Dentists
In-Office CT Scanner
Invisalign Premier Provider
Same-Day CEREC Crowns
Full-Family Care
CDCP Accepted
Multilingual Team
2 Toronto Locations
Getting Here From Your Neighbourhood
Dental Services
We have tried to introduce most of our services in this section in a concise and useful way. If you need guidance on which service is right for you, please contact us.
General Services
A checkup shouldn't cost you a vacation day. Book an exam, cleaning, or filling on an evening or weekend and keep the small stuff from turning into a big appointment.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Heading into a presentation, an interview, or a wedding? Clear-aligner treatment, whitening, and veneers leave you with a smile you don't have to think about when every eye is on you.
Restorative Dentistry
When a tooth is missing or breaking down, ordinary meals turn into a calculation. Implants, bridges, and crowns give you back a full, dependable bite.
Endodontics & Preventive Care
One tooth keeping you up at night, and the bigger risks you can't feel yet. Both belong in one chair. Root canal therapy rescues a tooth that's already infected, while oral cancer screenings and sealants shut down trouble before it ever surfaces.

Coverage and Direct Billing Made Simple
We cover various insurances and you can use our clinic services with confidence.
| Private Insurance | Government Programs |
| Direct billing to most major Canadian insurers — you cover only what your plan doesn’t. Bring your insurance card to your first visit. | Registered with all three federal programs: • CDCP (Sun Life) • NIHB (First Nations & Inuit) • IFHP (refugees) |
Not sure what insurance you are covered by? Need more guidance on costs? We are always available.
Reviews From Our Patients
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YosiefTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
I had a fantastic experience at Christie park dental.From the moment I walked in, the front desk staff was welcoming and efficient with check-in. Dr.Hughes and the team made sure I was comfortable throughout my entire appointment for a routine cleaning and checkup. Everything was explained clearly before they started, and they took the time to answer all my questions. Very clean clinic and gentle care—highly recommend!Posted on Google![]()
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Love this dental practice, my mom is a patient here. Besides being very clean with a lovely atmosphere, ALL staff and doctors are more than kind and friendly, they go beyond the basic care necessary. They really want the best for their patients. Thank you all <3Posted on Google![]()
Shukuria khulmiTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Thank you so much for everythingPosted on Google![]()
AHMED ABDIKADIRTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Dr. Hughes is absolutely wonderful! He’s incredibly friendly, caring, and makes every visit to the dental clinic feel comfortable and stress-free. He genuinely cares about his patients and always makes you feel welcome. Truly the best dentist ever!Posted on Google![]()
Amanda PhamTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Always a great experience at Christie Park Dental! My parents have been coming here for years and I recently decided to switch over simply because Dr. Hughes and the team here are wildly friendly, kind and knowledgeable. I appreciate the care herePosted on Google![]()
Trishel WetherillTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
The staff at Christie Park Dental are warm, friendly and helpful. They are very patient with answering any questions you may have and do their utmost best to ensure your comfort.
FAQ
We’re at 29 Elm St, just east of University Avenue between Bay and Yonge. From the hospital row it’s a short walk; by TTC, Dundas station and the University-line stations nearby put you minutes from the door.
Yes. We’re registered with the CDCP (through Sun Life) and offer direct billing. We also bill NIHB and IFHP, plus most private plans.
Yes. Call us as early in the day as you can, and we’ll do our best to see you the same day; our in-office CT scanner lets us diagnose urgent problems quickly.
