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Family & cosmetic dentistry · St. John's

A St. John's dental practice where|

Right downtown on Water Street, with a gentle team that takes the time to know you. From your child's first checkup to a brand-new smile, you're never just a patient here.

★★★★★ Rated 4.9 by 100+ patients across St. John's
20+
Years downtown
4.9★
Google rating
8
Team members
All ages
Always welcome
Welcome to St. John's Dental

You're an individual, never just a chart number.

We're a downtown practice built around real relationships. Every smile is different, so your visit is never routine to us. We take the time to listen, explain everything before we do it, and make the dentist feel like the easiest part of your week.

Whether you're booking a child's first cleaning or finally fixing something you've put off for years, you'll be met with patience and zero judgement. New patients of all ages are always welcome.

"Coming to the dentist isn't usually the highlight of anyone's day. Our whole job is to change that."
The St. John's Dental team210 Water Street, downtown
What we do

Complete care, all in one downtown chair.

From routine hygiene to a full smile makeover, everything your family needs in one welcoming place.

New Patient Exams

A thorough, unhurried first visit that catches issues early and builds your plan.

Cleanings & Hygiene

Gentle, thorough cleanings from hygienists who keep your smile healthy between visits.

Fillings & Crowns

Tooth-coloured fillings and custom crowns that restore strength and look completely natural.

Invisalign

Clear aligners that straighten your smile discreetly, no metal brackets in sight.

Whitening & Cosmetic

Professional whitening, veneers, and smile makeovers tailored to what you want.

Emergency Care

Toothache or a knocked tooth? Call us first thing and we'll do our best to see you same day.

Why families choose us

Care that fits your real life.

The little things that make a practice feel like yours.

Thursday evenings

Open until 7 one night a week so you don't lose a day off work.

Gentle with nerves

Anxious patients are our specialty. We go at your pace, always.

Direct billing

We handle the insurance paperwork so you can just get on with your day.

Right downtown

Easy to reach on Water Street, with parking close by.

Meet your dentists

Familiar faces who know your name.

A small, tight-knit team that has looked after St. John's families for years.

EH

Dr. Emily Hutchings

Owner, Dentist

Memorial and Dalhousie trained. Emily founded the practice on the idea that calm, careful dentistry should be the norm, not a luxury.

LO

Dr. Liam O'Brien

Dentist

Known for a steady, gentle hand and a knack for putting nervous patients completely at ease. Loves a tricky restorative case.

HR

Dr. Hannah Rideout

Dentist

Born and raised on the Avalon. Hannah focuses on family and cosmetic care, and welcomes patients of every age.

Our story

Twenty years on Water Street.

Two decades, one downtown corner, and a promise that never changed.

2004

The doors open

Dr. Emily Hutchings starts a small, gentle practice in the heart of downtown.

2013

A bigger home

The clinic moves into its current Water Street space, with modern rooms and harbour light.

2018

The team grows

Dr. Liam O'Brien and Dr. Hannah Rideout join, bringing the next generation of care.

Today

A team of eight

Still downtown, still treating every St. John's family like a neighbour.

Your first visit

Here's exactly what happens.

No surprises, no pressure, just a clear and gentle welcome.

1

Book your visit

Call us, or ask our virtual receptionist any hour of the day. We'll find a time that suits you and answer anything before you arrive.

2

Settle in

A warm welcome at the desk. We go over your history and anything you'd like to talk through, completely at your pace.

3

Your exam & plan

A gentle, complete exam. We walk you through what we found, what we'd suggest, and what can wait. Nothing is ever pushed.

What patients say

Loved across St. John's.

4.9
★★★★★
from 100+ patient reviews
★★★★★
"I used to dread the dentist. This is the first place that actually made me feel calm. The whole team is so kind."
Sarah M.
Patient review
★★★★★
"Took my two little ones and they came out smiling. Gentle, patient, and they explained everything to them at their level."
Greg P.
Patient review
★★★★★
"Booked an emergency on a Thursday and they fit me in that evening. Honestly the best dental experience I've had in town."
Denise C.
Patient review
Proudly downtown

A St. John's practice, through and through.

We're part of the fabric of downtown, just up from the harbour on Water Street. The same colourful streets you grew up on are the ones we serve, one family at a time.

Being local means when something goes wrong on a Thursday night, you're not calling a hotline. You're calling neighbours who know you.

Our story →
Colourful row houses in downtown St. John's

Got a question? Ask any time.

Our virtual receptionist is in the corner of every page. It answers hours, services, and new-patient questions around the clock, in the practice's own voice.

Look for the chat bubble in the corner ↘
Visit us

Easy to find, easy to talk to.

Right downtown on Water Street. Walk in to say hello, give us a call, or book online any time.

Address210 Water Street, St. John's, NL, A1C 1A9

Office hours

Monday8 AM – 5 PM
Tuesday8 AM – 5 PM
Wednesday8 AM – 5 PM
Thursday8 AM – 7 PM
Friday8 AM – 2 PM
Sat & SunClosed
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