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17 years experience

Location

541 Hespeler Road, Suite 103, Cambridge, Ontario  N1R 6J2
Dawson Dental Centre Cambridge
541 Hespeler Road, Suite 103
Cambridge, Ontario
Mon 10:00 am - 6:00 pm  
Tue 11:00 am - 7:00 pm  
Wed 11:00 am - 7:00 pm  
Thu 8:00 am - 3:00 pm  
Fri 8:00 am - 1:00 pm  

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About

Dr. Gakhal graduated from New York University, College of Dentistry in 2006. He was born in Brampton, Ontario and completed his undergraduate degree at McMaster University in Hamilton. He completed a one-year residency at VA Medical Center in Buffalo, New York and moved back to Canada in 2007. He practiced dentistry with Dr. Edward Gelfand in Guelph ever since that time and is now a full partner at Dawson Dental – Cambridge. Continuing education is important to Dr. Gakhal, he has completed additional training courses in Cosmetic Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry, Invisalign Invisible Braces, Dental Implant placement, restoration and bone grafting. Dr. Gakhal is a member of the American and Canadian Dental Associations. Rick is married to Rani, a dental hygienist, and they reside in Mississauga. In his spare time he enjoys information technology, science fiction reading, playing hockey, football and basketball.

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Dr. Rick Gakhal - General Practitioner (Cosmetic, Restorative, Crowns, Veneers, Bridges, Snap-On-Smile, Implants, Invisalign Diamond Provider, Sedation Options) offers Bonding, Braces / Invisalign, Bridges / Dentures and more. Learn more about Dr. Rick Gakhal - General Practitioner (Cosmetic, Restorative, Crowns, Veneers, Bridges, Snap-On-Smile, Implants, Invisalign Diamond Provider, Sedation Options)'s services on Opencare or book your appointment today.

Education & Certifications

Education
Education
DMD
New York University, United States
Certification
Certification
Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario
Jun 1, 2007

Most Helpful Reviews
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  • Reviewed on November 27th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Rick Gakhal was very detailed in his explanations.
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  • Reviewed on November 19th, 2024  •  Verified patient
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  • Reviewed on November 12th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Great service
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  • Reviewed on November 8th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Gakhal was amazing. He took time to make sure I was comfortable. He also made sure I understood what was going on with my oral health and what my options were.
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  • Reviewed on November 5th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    I recently visited Dawson Dental, and I am beyond impressed with the level of care and professionalism provided. From the moment I walked in, the staff greeted me warmly and made me feel at ease. The clinic itself is modern, clean, and inviting, with a calming atmosphere that instantly put me at comfort. Dr. Dawson and the entire team took the time to thoroughly explain every step of the process, addressing all of my questions and concerns. It’s clear they are highly skilled and committed to providing top-quality dental care. The treatment I received was both gentle and efficient, and I left feeling confident in the care I had received. I truly appreciate the attention to detail and personalized care that Dawson Dental offers. It’s rare to find a dental practice that combines expertise with such a genuine and caring approach. I highly recommend Dawson Dental to anyone looking for a reliable, professional, and friendly dental team.
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  • Reviewed on November 1st, 2024  •  Verified patient
    The dentist carefully assessed my dental health, addressing all aspects with precision and expertise. They provided valuable insights into maintaining optimal oral hygiene and discussed a tailored treatment plan
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  • Reviewed on October 26th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    it was my first dental appointment in Canada and it was amazing. The staffs were good to me and my dentist did a good job
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  • Reviewed on October 25th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Great Doctor
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  • Reviewed on October 17th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Yes, I am fully satisfied with the treatment and detailed examination.
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  • Reviewed on October 8th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    It’s was an overall great experience for a first time dental experience
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  • Reviewed on October 7th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Very nice and knowledgeable. Made the process seamless and gave me comfort for the procedure and I have anxiety with dental work.
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  • Reviewed on October 6th, 2024  •  Verified patient
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  • Reviewed on October 4th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Very great!
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  • Reviewed on October 2nd, 2024  •  Verified patient
    It was great and he made everything look so easy.
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  • Reviewed on October 2nd, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Great experience. Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Will highly recommend.
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  • Reviewed on September 24th, 2024  •  Verified patient
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  • Reviewed on September 23rd, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Gakhal was very pleasant and answered all of my questions. Appointment with him was brief when compared to the dental cleaning with the lovely hygienist. Prices were higher than what I was quoted prior to attending, but everyone was lovely and I had a good experience. Shauna was especially wonderful.
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  • Reviewed on September 10th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Thankyou for such a great service,really appreciate it
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  • Reviewed on September 5th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Amazing experience. Dr took all the information about my past treatment and happily agreed to finsih pending implant treatment.
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  • Reviewed on August 29th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    A very exceptional dentist that make sure his patients are always comfortable and also involve the patient through the process.
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  • Reviewed on August 14th, 2024  •  Verified patient
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  • Reviewed on August 13th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Very good service as it had been a few years since I had been to a dentist a second appointment was needed and they were able to squeeze me back in later the same day.
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  • Reviewed on August 8th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    I felt so comfortable because the staff were so nice and caring.
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  • Reviewed on July 28th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Great team
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  • Reviewed on July 23rd, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Had a great experience
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  • Reviewed on July 18th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Great experience and will surely book more appointments in future.
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  • Reviewed on July 17th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    The experience was smooth, cooperative, and friendly. They guided me through the dental hygiene process in a calm and organized manner."
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  • Reviewed on July 12th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Great experience was very relaxed usually hate dental visit but this was a great experience
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  • Reviewed on June 23rd, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Had a great experience with Dr. Rick Gakhal. All the people working over here were super nice.
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  • Reviewed on June 18th, 2024  •  Verified patient
    Doctor was awesome and explained everything in details
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