Join 123Dentist

Join 123Dentist

A Community of Learning, Giving, and Excellence

A Community of Learning, Giving, and Excellence

Explore Our HistoryJoin Us Today
1993
First Clinic

Dr. Amin Shivji acquires his first clinic in Vancouver.

2003
West Coast Dental Clinics

West Coast Dental Clinics was established.

2011
Renamed 123Dentist

West Coast Dental Clinics was renamed to 123Dentist.

2016
Growth In BC

80+ clinics in BC under the 123Dentist brand.

2017
Incorporation!

123Dentist was incorporated and a national network of like-minded Dentists and Partners was born.

2019
A Confident Investment

123Dentist secured $625 million investment from Peloton Capital Management and Canada’s largest banks to be used to accelerate 123Dentist’s expansion plans.

2021
Office Expansion

123Dentist expands Vancouver and Toronto offices to accommodate growth.

2021
Growth Nationwide

Today, 123Dentist has grown to become Canada’s largest majority dentist-owned network of dental practices, with more than 225 locations nationwide and over 3,000 employees.

2022
Network Growth

123Dentist officially merged with Altima Dental and Lapointe Group.

2024
New Montreal Office

With more than 60 clinics in the province of Quebec and an expanding workforce, 123Dentist opened a new head office in the Dix30 area of Montreal in January.

1993
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A Winning Smile – it’s as easy as 1-2-3

123Dentist is Canada’s largest majority dentist-owned network, with nearly 500 locations and a team of almost 8,000 professionals. Since 1993, we’ve been committed to advancing dental care while fostering a culture of collaboration, trust, and quality.

As a dentist, patient care is your top priority—but at 123Dentist, we believe professional growth and community impact are just as important. That’s why we’ve built a network where you can expand your expertise, learn from your peers, and stay at the forefront of dentistry through mentorship and continuing education.

Being part of 123Dentist means more than just delivering great care—it means joining a supportive, dentist-led organization that values your growth and input. We provide the infrastructure, marketing, and operational support you need, so you can focus on clinical excellence while benefiting from shared knowledge and best practices.

We also believe in the power of giving back. Through local outreach programs and partnerships with organizations dedicated to oral health education, we work together to improve access to care and make a meaningful difference in our communities.

By joining 123Dentist, you’re not just partnering with a leader in dental care—you’re becoming part of a dynamic, forward-thinking community that invests in your success and the future of dentistry. With flexible financing options and support for national programs like the Canadian Dental Care Plan, we help make quality care accessible while strengthening your practice.

dr-ed-wong

123Dentist has been such a great fit for me and allowed me to do the things that I love to do which is hands-on dentistry. The practice has been far more efficient with 123’s support and I’ve been able to work less.

Dr. Edmund WongSouth Point Dental Centre, Surrey, BC.Hear Ed's Story
Dr Andrea Dernisky

Partnering with 123Dentist has positively affected my life by taking away a lot of the stress of the job. The aspects that I find to be the most challenging.

Dr. Andrea DerniskySuter Brook Dental, Port Moody, BCHear Andrea's Story
Dr.JamiePett

123Dentist was able to tailor a partnership that worked really well for me. I was able to maintain ownership and also have a great support team behind me.

Dr. Jordan PettigrewDr. Jordan Pettigrew & Associates, Ottawa, ONHear Jordan's Story
chandan-naveen

Our plan right from graduating dental school was growth – to own multiple practices. It makes the growth strategy much easier when you have a large support team and that’s what 123Dentist provided us.

Dr. Chandan Advani and Dr. Naveen VermaBrush Dental Group, OntarioHear Chandan and Naveen's Story
dr-kristin-yont-and-dr-claire-whitney

Partnering with 123Dentist has freed us of the daily burdens of HR, Payroll, Accounting that take away our focus from our patients and the dentistry we provide.

Dr. Kristin Yont and Dr. Claire WhitneyDowntown Dental, Calgary, AlbertaHear Kristin and Claire's Story
dr-ed-wong

123Dentist has been such a great fit for me and allowed me to do the things that I love to do which is hands-on dentistry. The practice has been far more efficient with 123’s support and I’ve been able to work less.

Dr. Edmund WongSouth Point Dental Centre, Surrey, BC.Hear Ed's Story
Dr Andrea Dernisky

Partnering with 123Dentist has positively affected my life by taking away a lot of the stress of the job. The aspects that I find to be the most challenging.

Dr. Andrea DerniskySuter Brook Dental, Port Moody, BCHear Andrea's Story
By your side, every step of the way

By your side, every step of the way

Discover how a partnership with 123Dentist can elevate your career, connect you with like-minded professionals, and create a lasting impact.