KWC Franklin Dental
Visiting KWC Franklin Dental
What brings people through the door varies. Some want a reliable place for regular cleanings. Some have a cracked tooth or a filling that has fallen out. Some have been missing teeth for a while and want to talk about implants or dentures. Our approach is the same either way: we listen first, explain what we see in plain language, and let you decide how to proceed.
KWC Franklin Dental
800 Franklin Blvd, Unit 10
Cambridge, ON N1R 7Z1
Phone: 519-624-8880
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:30am to 6:00pm
- Tuesday: 9:00am to 5:00pm
- Wednesday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Thursday: 9:00am to 6:00pm
- Friday: 9:30am to 12:30pm
- Saturday: closed
- Sunday: closed
A note on Fridays: we close at 12:30pm, so if a Friday suits you, ask for a morning slot. Monday, Wednesday and Thursday run until 6:00pm for patients who need to come after work. If you need a Saturday, our Waterloo clinic is open Saturday mornings, see the Waterloo page.
Finding us on Franklin Boulevard
The clinic is at 800 Franklin Boulevard, Unit 10, a short drive from downtown Galt and from Saginaw Parkway. If you are using a map app, enter the full address including Unit 10.
Who we see, by area
- Galt, including downtown Galt
- The neighbourhoods around Saginaw Parkway, including Clemens Mill
- Preston
- Hespeler
- Blair
- Nearby communities in North Dumfries, such as Ayr
How long it takes to get here
These are mapping estimates for light traffic:
| From | Approximate drive |
|---|---|
| Clemens Mill, Saginaw Parkway | about 3 minutes |
| Cambridge Centre, Hespeler Road | about 6 minutes |
| Downtown Galt, Cambridge City Hall | about 6 minutes |
| Hespeler | about 9 minutes |
| Preston | about 10 minutes |
| Blair | about 14 minutes |
| Ayr | about 24 minutes |
Traffic on Hespeler Road and around the Highway 401 interchanges can add time at peak hours.
Parking at the clinic
There is on-site parking at 800 Franklin Blvd. The clinic is Unit 10. If you have mobility needs, call us before your visit and we will tell you the easiest way in.
Taking the bus
Grand River Transit buses serve Cambridge, and the GRT trip planner will show the current route and nearest stop to 800 Franklin Blvd. ION light rail does not yet run into Cambridge. Riders coming from Kitchener or Waterloo can take the ION Bus, Route 302, from Fairway Station in Kitchener into Cambridge and connect to a local GRT route.
What we treat
KWC Dental provides a broad range of general, restorative and surgical dentistry. When you book, ask which treatments are available at Franklin. The guides below explain the treatments people ask about most.
Treatments people ask about most
- Dental implants. An implant replaces the root of a missing tooth and supports a crown, a bridge or a denture. Planning usually starts with an assessment of your bone and gums, and bone grafting or a sinus lift may be part of the plan. Read more in our dental implants guide.
- Emergency dental care. Sudden pain, swelling, a chipped or knocked loose tooth. Phone 519-624-8880 and the team will help you work out the next step. Same day emergency appointments are offered when available. See emergency dentistry.
- Wisdom teeth removal. Wisdom teeth usually arrive between 17 and 25 and can become impacted, infected or hard to clean. A panoramic x ray shows where they sit and whether they need to come out. More in our wisdom teeth removal guide.
- Sedation dentistry. If dental anxiety has kept you away, or you need a longer surgical visit, sedation options, including oral sedation and nitrous oxide, are available. Ask which is suitable for you. Background in our oral surgery and sedation guide.
Other care
- Dentures and partials. Full dentures, partial dentures and implant retained dentures are covered in prosthetic dentistry.
- Routine checkups. Exams, x rays, fillings, root canal treatment and gum care, all explained in general dentistry.
- Hygiene visits. Cleanings and scaling with our hygienists, see cleanings and hygiene.
- Crowns and bridges. Repairing or rebuilding damaged teeth, see cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
- Sleep apnea appliances. For patients with a sleep apnea assessment, see sleep apnea.
Treatment fees follow the Ontario dental fee guide.
Meet the KWC Dental dentists
Four dentists practise with KWC Dental. We have not listed a fixed schedule here because it can change. When you call, ask which dentist is booking at Franklin.
Dr. Samuel Samra, D.D.S., or Dr. Sam, is someone the practice describes as creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere for patients.
Dr. Ayman Samra, D.D.S. has an interest in implant dentistry, prosthetics, endodontics and oral surgery.
Dr. Azehar Raouf, D.D.S. joined KWC Dental as an associate in 2014 and has practised dentistry in Canada and internationally. Restorative work, children’s dentistry, prosthetic dentistry and oral surgery are her main interests.
Dr. Aliki Divaris, D.D.S.
Alongside the dentists, the hygiene team carries out cleanings and checks for early signs of gum disease, and spends time showing patients how to look after their teeth at home.
Joining the practice as a new patient
What a first visit looks like
For most new patients we suggest a New Patient Exam, which takes around 90 minutes. During that time a hygienist cleans and polishes your teeth, any x rays you need are taken, and a dentist examines your mouth, explains the diagnosis and walks you through your options.
Plan to get here 15 minutes before your appointment so there is time to complete the paperwork. It helps if you bring:
- recent dental x rays from the past six months, emailed to us in electronic form
- your insurance details
- the names of any medications you take
- IFHP documents, for refugees covered by the Interim Federal Health Program
Insurance and the Canadian Dental Care Plan
- We accept CDCP, the Canadian Dental Care Plan.
- We accept all private insurance plans, and we are happy to bill your insurance provider directly on your behalf.
- Patients are ultimately responsible for understanding their coverage before beginning treatment, but we can assist by submitting estimates and direct billing when available.
- Dentalcard gives you a payment plan option for any of our treatments.
Students
If you are a student and have not opted out of your school’s dental insurance plan, you are most likely eligible for coverage. Our Financing Options page lists what the University of Waterloo, Wilfrid Laurier University and Conestoga College plans include.
Cambridge FAQ
Do you see children and families?
Yes. KWC Dental provides preventive care for children, teens and adults. If you would like to book family members close together, mention it when you call and the team will look at what is available.
Is Franklin open on Saturdays?
No. Franklin is open Monday to Friday, closing at 12:30pm on Fridays. For a Saturday morning, our Waterloo clinic at Bridgeport Plaza is open 9:30am to 1:30pm.
Where do I park?
There is on-site parking at 800 Franklin Blvd. Look for Unit 10.
Can I get an implant consultation in Cambridge?
Call 519-624-8880 to ask about an implant consultation. The team will explain the next steps and where your treatment can be done. Read our dental implants guide first if you would like the background.
What should I do if a tooth breaks?
Call 519-624-8880 during opening hours. Keep any broken piece, rinse gently with warm water, and avoid chewing on that side. Our emergency dentistry page covers what to do next.
Do you take CDCP?
Yes. Bring your CDCP details to your first appointment.
Book a visit in Cambridge
Use our Request an Appointment form and choose Franklin Dental. Pick your preferred weekdays and time of day, add anything we should know, and the office will call you to confirm the appointment. To talk to the team directly, call 519-624-8880.
In Waterloo or north Kitchener? KWC Bridgeport Weber Dental may be closer.
Meet your dentists
Meet Our Dentists
Dr. Samuel Samra, Dr. Ayman Samra, Dr. Azehar Raouf and Dr. Aliki Divaris care for patients at our clinics in Waterloo and Cambridge.
Dr. Aliki Divaris
D.D.S.
