VM Picks: Top Vancouver Family Dentists

Looking for a family dentist that really knows kids? One that keeps them calm, happy and looking forward to a visit to the dentist? Well, our VM Picks: Top Vancouver Family Dentists list features family, pediatric and orthodontic dentists that specialize in services for families and children.
Last month, you voted for your favourite family dental clinic, and here are the results!
The Winners of our Top Family Dentist in Vancouver Poll

Meet our featured dentists! Their child-friendly dental practices are bright with well-stocked play areas, kid-friendly gear and explanations at the ready. Plus, they are skilled professionals that really understand kids’ teeth and, most importantly, look forward to kids’ visits.
Grand Winner: PDG Pediatric Dental Group

PDG provides pediatric dental services for infants, children, and adolescents as well as orthodontic services for children, teenagers, and adults. Their doctors are specially trained to manage children’s fears and apprehensions in a positive manner.
Second Place: Kits Family Dental

Located in Kitsilano, they treat patients from 6 months old to people well into their retirement years. Their mission is to create a lifetime of healthy smiles, by providing dental visits that are educational, positive, and fun, from an early age onwards!
Third Place: Dr. Melissa Skinner & Third Street Dental

Located in Lower Lonsdale, they offer gentle and caring dentistry for the whole family. They believe in preventative dentistry where quality outweighs quantity. “Building Healthy, Beautiful Smiles, one visit at a time” has been their calling since Third Street Dental opened in 1999.
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Family First Dental is great, my toddler did not cry nor fuss…they made him feel like it was fun! Great for kids and adults both.
We love them!
I can attest to Playtime Pediatric Dentistry first hand. Both my boys love Dr Ella and actually look forward to their visits with her! I was not surprised at all to see her at the top of this list!
Dental health is very important because everyone wants to have beautiful teeth and a snow-white smile, which is possible only with the help of a good dentist.