Bedford Park families, here's a dentist north of the 401
We're about 15 minutes up from Yonge and Lawrence, with a free lot and evening hours twice a week.
From Yonge and Lawrence, Lilac Family Dentistry is about 5 to 6 km north-west, at 4430 Bathurst St, Suite 509, just north of Sheppard. Driving takes 12 to 18 minutes via Avenue Road or Bathurst. By subway, ride Line 1 from Lawrence to Sheppard-Yonge and take the 84 Sheppard West bus to Bathurst. Parking is free.
- From Bedford Park
- About 4 km northwest (straight line)
- Clinic address
- 4430 Bathurst St, Suite 509
- Parking
- Free parking lot
- Hours
- Mon & Wed 8:30–5 · Tue & Thu 8:30–7
Bedford Park began as a stopping place for farmers headed to the city market, and likely took its name from the Bedford Park Hotel, which opened at Yonge and Fairlawn in 1873. The neighbourhood joined the Town of North Toronto in 1890. Its tree-lined streets of detached and semi-detached brick homes date mostly from 1890 to 1940.
It is a neighbourhood of families. Children walk to John Wanless, Bedford Park and Blessed Sacrament schools, and Yonge Street north of Lawrence is a busy strip of cafés, bakeries and small shops. Many parents commute on Line 1 from Lawrence station.
We're a little farther north than the dental offices on Yonge, so we want to be clear about why families make the trip. Our Tuesday and Thursday evening hours fit around school and work, there's free parking at the door, and we can book children and parents back to back.
Getting here from Bedford Park
By car
Take Avenue Road or Bathurst Street north across Highway 401. On Bathurst, continue to just past Sheppard Avenue West, where 4430 Bathurst St is on the left. Park free in the building's lot.
By transit
From Lawrence station, ride Line 1 north to Sheppard-Yonge, then take the 84 Sheppard West bus west to Bathurst Street. Get off at the Bathurst Street stop, a short walk from the building. The trip takes about 25 to 30 minutes in total.
Tip: Coming on a weekday evening avoids the worst of the 401 traffic around Avenue Road.
We're in Suite 509 on the 5th floor of 4430 Bathurst St. Both elevators in the lobby go to the 5th floor. Several other dental offices share this building, so look for Suite 509. Free parking behind the building, including wheelchair-accessible spaces.
Why Bedford Park families choose Lilac
Evening visits
Open until 7 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Free parking
No meters or permit hunting at our building.
Kids feel at home
Gentle first visits, sealants and fluoride for growing teeth.
Invisalign for teens and adults
Planned in our office with an iTero digital scan.
Popular services for Bedford Park patients
Children's Dentistry
Gentle first visits, check-ups, sealants and fluoride for babies, children and teens.
Dental Sealants
A thin protective coating painted into the grooves of back teeth to help keep cavities out.
Invisalign
Clear, removable aligners to straighten teeth, planned with a digital iTero scan.
Teeth Cleaning
Plaque and tartar removal, polishing and a gum check by a dental hygienist.
Dental Exam
A full check of teeth, gums, bite and mouth tissues by the dentist, with X-rays only when needed.
Teeth Bonding
Tooth-coloured resin to repair a chip, close a small gap or cover a stain, usually in one short visit.
Around Bedford Park
- Lawrence subway station (Line 1)
- John Wanless Public School
- Bedford Park Public School
- Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
- The shops and cafés on Yonge Street north of Lawrence
Main streets
Insurance, made simple
Most patients pay only their portion on the day. You'll know what's covered before we start.
1. We check your coverage
Share your plan details and we confirm what's covered before treatment.
Insurance & direct billing →2. We bill your insurer directly
No claim forms to mail and no waiting to be paid back. CDCP patients are welcome too.
About CDCP →3. You pay only your portion
You get an estimate first. Fees follow the Ontario Dental Association fee guide, and payment plans are available.
Payment options →Bedford Park dental FAQ
Why travel from Bedford Park to see you?
Our evening hours, free parking and small practice suit busy families. With one dentist, Dr. Sayeh Maralani, your children see a familiar face at every check-up.
How long is the trip by subway?
About 25 to 30 minutes from Lawrence station, including the 84 Sheppard West bus from Sheppard-Yonge.
Do you put sealants on children's teeth?
Yes. Sealants are a thin coating on the chewing surfaces of back teeth that helps prevent cavities. We'll tell you if your child's molars would benefit.
Can Invisalign fix a teenager's crowding?
Often, yes. We assess your teen first. If braces are a better fit, we'll refer you to an orthodontist, since we don't offer traditional braces.
Nearby areas we serve
Your family dentist near Bedford Park
New patients welcome. We check your coverage before treatment.