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10 years experience

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About

Hi, I am Dr. Ali, and I have been practicing dentistry since the year 2000. In that time, I have been able to find a loyal following of patients who appreciate the efficient care, calm and comforting demeanor — and a decent sense of humor I have been able to provide them over the last couple of years! After completing my Dental Degree Program at the University of Toronto, I practiced as an associate dentist in several locations in the Greater Toronto Area before opening 123 Dental in 2016, where I am the Principal Dentist. I welcome patients of all ages to the clinic. I love teaching children how to take care of their teeth and about the importance of good oral hygiene, and I try makes a point to educate all my patients about the best ways to maintain optimal oral health. I have experience dealing with many complex dental procedures and have a special interest in Endodontics, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry, and smile makeover procedures.

Why should patients choose you as their provider instead of others in the area?

We provide high level dental services in a calm and relaxing environment. Our office has flexible working hours and provides variety of dental services. We have special promotions for new patients, families, seniors, students and the patients who work in our neighborhood. We have flexible payment methods like cash, visa, debit and credit, insurance and payment plans.

What are the top 3 treatments that you focus on?

Implants Root canal therapy Crowns and caps veneers extractions Fillings braces orthodontics clear aligners dentures and bridges whitening wisdom tooth removal

What are you proud of in your practice?

123 dental provides efficient care and service using state-of-the-art technology. Assisted by a highly trained team, 123 Dental provides the professional dental experience you can count on in a calm and relaxing environment Using the high end technologies . 123 Dental welcomes new patients.

Which cases do you enjoy treating? Why?

I am very passionate about treating each client specific to their needs, and strive to make a positive impact with each dental treatment

Education & Certifications

Education
Education
D.D.S
University of toronto
Certification
Certification
NDBC
Jul 25, 2014

Most Helpful Reviews
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  • Reviewed on November 10th, 2023  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Tavakoli is extremely professional and pleasant. He provided me with great care on a short notice. Very thankful for his care!
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  • Reviewed on September 26th, 2023  •  Verified patient
    The staff were really friendly and made my first dentist appointment less scary. They were also provided a lot of information concerning my dental health.
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  • Reviewed on April 27th, 2023  •  Verified patient
    The clinic was great. Made my appointment very smooth. Thanks guys.
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  • Reviewed on January 20th, 2023  •  Verified patient
    Very personable doctors. I always feel like I'm in good hands and everyone behaves very professionally and nicely. They are also very good with reminders for upcoming appointments as well as adjustments in case you aren't able to make it.
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  • Reviewed on October 29th, 2022  •  Verified patient
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  • Reviewed on October 13th, 2022  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Ali and team are amazing! My first visit was easy and very pleasant.
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  • Reviewed on September 28th, 2022  •  Verified patient
    Very attentive and helpful
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  • Reviewed on June 10th, 2022  •  Verified patient
    Great clinic and great staff.
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  • Reviewed on April 5th, 2022  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Ali and his staff were amazing! There was minimal wait time at his clinic, and the service was top quality. I highly recommend Dr. Ali and his clinic for all your dental needs.
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  • Reviewed on March 12th, 2022  •  Verified patient
    - Excellent experience overall - Seamless first appointment ( easy to schedule, easy registration) - Friendly and professional staff - Clear explanation and walk-through from the doctor and hygienist
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  • Reviewed on January 7th, 2022  •  Verified patient
    Really sweet team. Informative, and helped me understand my insurance coverage.
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  • Reviewed on December 17th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    Good skill and fast No pain And very professional
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  • Reviewed on October 29th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Ali Tavakoli is a professional dentist with a great sense of humour. Staff are polite, friendly and helpful.
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  • Reviewed on September 29th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    He was a very kind dentist with reliable skill sets and bedside manners. Definitely would recommend if anyone is looking for a dentist
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  • Reviewed on September 10th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    The Dental Hygienist was very helpful and gave me lots of personalized recommendations on how to better take care of my teeth. X-rays and cleaning were painless. Met with the Dentist and they were very friendly.
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  • Reviewed on July 27th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    The staff were super friendly and spent their time with me explaining the procedures specific to this dental office. My hygienist did all the x-rays, check-up and cleaning. I was also given a full understanding on proper oral hygiene that will help with my sensitive gums. Will be going back in 4 months for another cleaning.
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  • Reviewed on June 23rd, 2021  •  Verified patient
    Experience personalized dental care that's approachable, convenient, and focused on you. Dr. Tavakoli is knowledgeable, competent, and has excellent safety protocols in place for COVID-19. If I could - I would have given him more then 5 starts
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  • Reviewed on June 18th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    The doctor seems pretty friendly which made me feel less nervous. The nurse who cleaned my tooth was soooo meticulous and professional. I like the waiting area especially the fish tank.
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  • Reviewed on May 27th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    I had a great experience here and will be returning for future appointments. Place was organized and efficient. Friendly staff and welcome environment.
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  • Reviewed on April 8th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    There is a specified amount of procedures to be done when using Opencare to qualify for the promotion. The total was not cheap closing in on $500 for xrays, full exam and scaling + fluoride however the dental hygeniest Sarah was friendly and great! Appointment was around 1.5hrs, a full hour for scaling. She made the experience enjoyable. Dr. T made a quick appearance to say hello but Sarah was the real star!
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  • Reviewed on March 18th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    The environment is very good, and the fish tank in the waiting area is a good point. Staring at those fish will relieve some anxiety. But that piano may be a display, after all, if it is played, it will cause noise and affect other people on the same floor. I also like the tooth-shaped luminous model in the office area. I stare at it for a long time every time I wait for payment. As for the subsequent treatment process, I think it is still very good. The content and tone of Dr. Ali Tavakoli's speech greatly relieved my fear of drills and needles. He is very skilful, the whole process is smooth, and there is no obvious discomfort at present. I think it would be better if they can explain to me roughly about what will happen before treatment. For example, I didn't know that I had to take anesthetics, so I didn't realize that I was injected with anesthesia until I was injected, and I was not mentally prepared. Very satisfied overall.
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  • Reviewed on March 17th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    Always friendly and always explains everything he recommends and answers all questions. Takes the time to check what is covered by insurance and let you know if there are out of pocket expenses. Nothing but good things to say.
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  • Reviewed on February 6th, 2021  •  Verified patient
    Friendly, clean and taking all covid measures for health and safety.
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  • Reviewed on December 18th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Such a comfortable experience with Dr. Ali and his team.
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  • Reviewed on November 19th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Ali and his team are very thorough with what they do. Got a complete check up and was informed about teeth grinding issue which no Dentist has ever told me. Kudos to Sarah the hygienist she did an amazing job.
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  • Reviewed on October 15th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Super friendly, painless, and quick appointment overall. Booked my follow-up right afterwards!
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  • Reviewed on October 11th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Good doctor, quick and painless procedures. The receptionist wasn't that much helpful. In many dental offices they usually take care of finding out information on your insurance and make sure to you know how the payment will be processed, the coverage etc. However she did not get involved in this and left it completely up to me.
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  • Reviewed on September 25th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Very good cleaning and very friendly staff!
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  • Reviewed on March 13th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Tavakoli was very friendly and welcoming. He made conversation with me about school and in general made me feel comfortable! His staff and technicians were also very kind and thorough. Recommend 10/10!
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  • Reviewed on March 10th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Everyone was great at 123Dental! My dental hygienist, Samina, was super helpful, friendly and efficient. She was honest and educated on my dental health a lot! Dr. Ali was also very friendly and helpful when it comes to the examination.
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