Family, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry in Downtown Vancouver, Near Yaletown
Your Downtown Vancouver Dentist for the Whole Family
From routine dental care to smile makeovers, porcelain veneers, crowns, Invisalign and dental implants, Howe Dental offers comprehensive dentistry in Downtown Vancouver. Our experienced team takes time to understand your goals, explain your options and create personalized treatment plans.
- Most Dental Plans Accepted Including CDCP
- 20+ Years of Implant Experience
- Free Parking Available


























New to Howe Dental? Book Your New Patient Exam Today!
Book your new patient dental exam at Howe Dental. Our team will assess your oral health, discuss your concerns, and explain your treatment options. Any applicable fees, including X-rays and additional services, will be reviewed with you in advance.
Book Your New Patient ExamWhat We Treat
Complete Dental Care Under One Roof
From routine cleanings to dental implants and cosmetic treatments, Howe Dental provides a wide range of dental services in one convenient downtown Vancouver location. Specialist referrals can be arranged when needed.

Preventive & Emergency
Preventive Services
- Routine Dental Exams
- Dental Cleanings / Hygiene
- Digital X-rays & Diagnostics
- Oral Cancer Screening
- Custom Mouthguards / Nightguards (sports & bruxism)
- Fluoride Treatments
- Dental Sealants
- Dentistry for Children and Adolescents
- Space Maintainers
Dental Emergency
- Tooth Pain or swelling
- Broken or Chipped Teeth
- Lost Fillings or Crowns
- Injuries or Trauma

Restorative & Cosmetic
Restorative Dentistry
- Composite Fillings / Composite Restorations
- Crowns and Bridges
- Inlays & Onlays
- Implant Crowns / Restorations (custom-made replacement teeth attached to dental implants)
Dentures & Tooth Replacement
- Complete / Partial Dentures
- Flippers
- Denture Repairs & Relines
- Implant-Supported Dentures / Overdentures
Cosmetic Dentistry
- Porcelain Veneers
- Cosmetic Dental Crowns
- Teeth Whitening
- Dental Bonding
- Smile Makeovers
- Tooth Reshaping & Contouring
- Closing Gaps
- Botox Treatments

Oral Surgery & Periodontics
- Wisdom Teeth Removal
- Implant Surgery
- All on X Implants
- Bone Grafts
- Crown Lengthening
- Periodontal Surgery
- Gum Disease Treatment
- Gum Grafting
- Scaling & Root Planing (Deep Cleaning)
- Frenectomy
- Removal of jaw cysts, granulomas

Orthodontics
- Invisalign / Clear Aligners
- Comprehensive Orthodontic Treatment
- Early Orthodontic Treatment
- Retainers
- Airway Conscious Orthodontics


Paying for Care
Insurance and CDCP Made Simple
We see patients covered by the Canadian Dental Care Plan and work with most private dental plans. Before treatment, we help you understand your coverage, including any co-payments, additional fees or patient portions that may apply.
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- CDCP patients welcome
- Most insurance plans accepted
- Help with claims and pre-approvals
- Itemized estimates before treatment
- Direct billing
Why Howe Dental
Why Patients Choose Howe Dental
Central downtown location
On Drake Street at Howe, an easy walk from Yaletown, the West End and Granville Street.
Implant and gum expertise in-house
Our team includes dentists with 20+ years of experience in dental implant surgery and periodontal care.
Cosmetic dentistry tailored to your smile
From porcelain veneers and cosmetic crowns to teeth whitening and Invisalign, we offer personalized treatments to enhance your smile with natural-looking results.
Convenient Appointments
Open Monday to Saturday, with Sunday appointments available by prior arrangement.
Free parking for patients
Enjoy the convenience of complimentary parking when visiting our Downtown Vancouver dental clinic.
Care for nervous patients
Sedation options and a gentle pace for anyone who dreads the chair.
Plans you can understand
We show you what we see and lay out choices with costs before any work begins.
A multilingual front desk
Our team speaks English, Hindi, Punjabi, Farsi, Turkish, and Armenian.
How It Works
Four Steps from First Call to Healthy Smile
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New Patient Exam
We assess your oral health, listen to your concerns, and discuss your dental needs.
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Full assessment
Exam, digital X-rays and a gum and bite check to give us the full picture.
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Your options, explained
A written plan with timelines and costs, so you choose with confidence.
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Treatment and follow-up
We complete your care and set a recall schedule to keep results lasting.
Our Dentists
The People Behind Your Care
Dr. Sowmya Arora
Gentle family, preventive and cosmetic care in English, Hindi and Punjabi.
Dr. Saeed Refaei
Implant surgery, oral surgery and family dentistry. Practising since 1997, with more than 10,000 implant procedures performed.
Dr. Parand Keshavarzi
Over two decades focused on gum health, implant placement and regenerative treatment.
Patient Reviews
What Our Patients Tell Us
I also have TMJ, so keeping my mouth open for a long time can be difficult, but they always make sure I’m okay and give me breaks every few minutes when I need them. They work quickly and efficiently, but still do everything with so much care. The clinic is also very clean, which makes the whole experience feel more comfortable.
I was told in the U.S. that I needed a root canal and would have to pay around $2,100, but Dr. Saeed and Dr. Arora both said it could be fixed with a simple filling instead, and they were able to take care of it for me. I was honestly so impressed and grateful.
The staff are also very helpful and efficient. They were able to fit me in for appointments during the short time I was in Vancouver, even though their schedule was already busy.
I really appreciate this clinic and will definitely keep coming back whenever I’m in Vancouver. I highly recommend them.


Dr. Arora is friendly, professional, gentle, and very easy to talk to. She takes the time to explain everything clearly and genuinely cares about her patients’ comfort, which really helps if you get anxious about dental visits.
The reception staff are always kind and helpful, and the dental assistants are great as well. Overall, the clinic has such a warm and positive atmosphere.
I’d definitely recommend this office to anyone looking for a caring dentist and a team that truly makes the experience stress-free.



I highly recommend this clinic to anyone looking for compassionate and professional dental care.




Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Howe Dental at 797 Drake Street in downtown Vancouver welcomes new patients of all ages. Book your new patient dental exam online or call (604) 558-4242 to get started.
Yes. Howe Dental welcomes patients enrolled in the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP). Our team will help review your coverage and explain any applicable co-payments or additional patient costs before treatment.
Howe Dental is open Saturdays from 8 am to 4 pm, with Sunday appointments available by prior arrangement.
At the corner of Drake and Howe Street in downtown Vancouver, a short walk from Yaletown and the Granville entertainment district.
If you are looking for a reliable dentist in Vancouver, our team of dentists is here to help.
Schedule your visit and take the next step toward better oral health.
797 Drake St. Vancouver, BC
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