Lionsgate Family Dental & Implant Center
Patients often talk about kind, gentle care and little or no pain.
Patients most often mentionKind, gentle care 8 · Little or no pain 3See the reviewsHide
Counted in the 34 Google reviews we read, up to September 2026.
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- 8 of 34 reviews mention kind, gentle care
- No prices on their website; takes the dental care plan
- 6 dentists listed on their website
- Open evenings and Saturdays
What 34 reviews mention most
- Kind, gentle care: 8 reviews
- Little or no pain: 3 reviews
- Friendly, helpful staff: 3 reviews
Cost and paying
- No prices on their website: ask for the total, including the exam and X-rays, when you call
- Takes the dental care plan
Who you’ll see
- Dr. Tarun Dass · DDS
- Dr. Bruce Ward
- Dr. Christine Collison
- Dr. Nazanin Gerami
Getting seen soon
- Open evenings and Saturdays
- Ask for the first opening when you call
Can help with
- Check-up and cleaning
- Toothache or emergency
- Children
- Nervous about the dentist
- Implants
- Braces or Invisalign
- Root canal
- Extractions and wisdom teeth
- Takes the dental care plan
Good to know before you call
- Their website covers 3 locations, so some dentists or services it lists may be at another one
What patients say
Counted from their Google reviews up to September 2026. Something shows here once at least 3 patients mention it. Bigger clinics get more reviews, so compare with care. Google’s rating and review total change every day, so we round them down (like 4.5+ stars or 250+ reviews) to stay accurate until our next update. See today’s reviews on Google ↗
Who you’ll see
The team listed on their website. Their website covers 3 locations, so some may work elsewhere.
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Meet The Dentist Dr. Tarun Dass General Dentist, Practice Limited to Orthodontics Only Dr. Tarun Dass completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) from Dalhousie University, Halifax and has been practicing in Vancouver since 2016. Before making Canada his home, he did a Masters in Orthodontics (MDS) and practiced as a specialist in India. With his extensive training and many years of experience, he has limited his general practice to provide orthodontic care. He is a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, Indian Association of Orthodontics and World Federation of Orthodontics. He has recently competed a Mini-residency in Orthodontics from University of Washington, Seattle and continues to develop his skills by being part of the Advanced Orthodontics study club for general practitioners at the University of British Columbia. He is an avid cricket fan, loves to cook and…
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Meet The Dentist Dr. Bruce Ward General Dentist Dr. Bruce Ward has been providing compassionate, high-quality dental care for nearly five decades. Originally from Granby, Quebec, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from McGill University in 1976. Following graduation, he practiced in Bermuda for a year, where he met his wife, Karin, before relocating to North Vancouver in 1978. In 1985, Dr. Ward partnered with two of his McGill classmates to purchase a dental practice in Coquitlam, where he practiced for more than 20 years. In 2008, he returned to the North Shore, where he has continued to provide exceptional dental care to the community. Dr. Ward currently practices two days a week, allowing him to dedicate significant time to volunteer service and professional leadership. He volunteers at the free dental clinic on the North Shore, serves on committees for the British…
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Meet The Dentist Dr. Christine Collison General Dentist Dr. Christine Collison grew up on the east coast of the United States and received her undergraduate degree in Biology in Baltimore, Maryland. During the next 8 years she worked as a research assistant studying animal behavior while pursuing a Masters Degree in Psych-Administration followed by her Doctorate in Dentistry. She was able to work in research while in dental school at the National institute of Dental Research located at the National Institute of Health, Bethesda Maryland and landed an academic job in the Pediatric department of the University of Maryland Dental School upon graduation. She worked one year as a Research Associate in the Pediatric department for Proctor and Gamble on a fluoride research study and as a part time instructor in Pediatric Dentistry before immigrating to Canada. Upon entering Canada, she…
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Meet The Dentist Dr. Nazanin Gerami General Dentist Dr. Nazanin Gerami (Dr. Naz) is a general dentist passionate about helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their dental care. A former member of Iran’s National Elites Foundation, she earned admission to Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences, one of the country’s leading dental schools, where she completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. She later completed the Canadian dental licensing process and is proud to serve patients in British Columbia. Dr. Naz enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, with particular interests in restorative dentistry, root canal treatment, cosmetic dentistry, and preventive care. She believes that great dentistry starts with listening, and she takes the time to understand each patient’s goals and concerns while providing personalized treatment options. Known for her warm…
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Meet The Dentist Dr. Ilinca Serban General Dentist Originally from Romania, Dr. Serban got her Dental Medicine Degree in 1993 and completed a two year residency before relocating to North Vancouver where she hoped to better fulfil her professional aspirations. She obtained her Canadian Accreditation in 1999 and associated for a few years in various practices in North Vancouver and the Lower Mainland, before buying her own practice in Richmond in 2003. In 2011 Dr. Serban moved to the North Shore and has worked here since then. Dr. Serban is a kind and gentle dental practitioner with a genuine interest in her patients’ well being. She embraces every aspect of dentistry with a conservative approach while keeping up with current innovations. Dr. Serban loves her job and feels very fortunate to be practicing on the North Shore.
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Meet The Dentist Dr. Shahdad Ayoughi Oral Implantologist Dr. Shahdad Ayoughi is a University of Toronto graduate with a strong focus on cosmetic dentistry. Following his advanced training at the Misch International Implant Institute and Temple University, he has specialized in dental implantology and regenerative dentistry, continually refining his expertise in these fields.
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Check-up and cleaning
Their website has a page about check-ups and cleanings.
Kind, gentle care: 8 reviews.
- Are you taking new patients, and when is the first opening for a new-patient exam and cleaning?
- What will the exam, X-rays and cleaning cost, and what will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
Toothache or emergency
Their website has a page about emergency care.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Can you see me today? Say where it hurts, since when, and whether there is swelling or a fever.
- What will the emergency exam and X-ray cost before any treatment?
Children
Their website has a page about children’s dentistry.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- From what age do you see children, and can brothers and sisters be booked together?
- Do you bill my insurance or the dental care plan directly for my child?
Nervous about the dentist
Their website has a page about sedation or care for anxious patients. Their website mentions sedation for nervous patients.
Little or no pain: 3 reviews. Kind, gentle care: 8 reviews.
- Say you’re nervous when you book, and ask what helps: a longer appointment, breaks, numbing, laughing gas or sedation.
- If sedation is an option, what does it cost, and will I need someone to take me home?
Implants
Their website has a page about implants.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Is the consultation free, and does the quote include the implant, the abutment and the crown?
- Who places the implant here?
Braces or Invisalign
Their website has a page about braces or Invisalign.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Is the consultation free, and does the price include retainers and follow-up visits?
- Will an orthodontist or a general dentist be treating me?
Root canal
Their website has a page about root canals.
Root canals: 4 reviews. Little or no pain: 3 reviews.
- Is the root canal done here, or will I be referred to a specialist?
- Does the price include the crown the tooth may need afterwards?
Extractions and wisdom teeth
Their website has a page about extractions and wisdom teeth.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Can it be done here, or will I be referred to an oral surgeon?
- What does it cost per tooth, and is sedation extra?
Cost and paying
- What’s the total, including the exam and X-rays?
- How much will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
- Does anything cost more than the provincial fee guide?
They don’t post prices online. For a rough idea, see what patients across Canada said they paid.
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