Now accepting new patients
New patients welcome at your Abbotsford family dentist
Your first visit to Sumas Mountain Village Dental starts with a thorough new patient exam and an honest conversation about your smile. Here is exactly what to expect, what to bring, and how to book.
- Open Saturdays and evenings until 6:30 pm
- Off Highway 1, beside Save-On-Foods
- Direct insurance billing where possible
- Sedation options for anxious patients
Welcome to our dental family
A first visit built around you
Whether you have just moved to Abbotsford, are looking for a new family dentist, or have not been in a few years, you are welcome here. No lectures and no judgement.
Our dentists and hygienists care for kids, parents and grandparents from across Sumas Mountain, East Abbotsford and the Fraser Valley. Your new patient exam is how we get to know you: your health, your history, and what you want for your smile. From there we build a plan together, at a pace and budget that work for you.
You can meet our doctors and our team before you come in.
Your first visit
What to expect, step by step
Knowing what happens next makes any appointment easier. Here is how a first visit with us usually goes.
Book your visit
Book online, call 604-853-3305, or send us a message. Tell us if anything hurts or if you feel nervous, so we can plan the right amount of time.
Arrive and settle in
Our front desk team will welcome you, go over your medical and dental history, and take your insurance details so we can look after your claim.
Your new patient exam
We take any X-rays you need, then your dentist carefully checks your teeth, gums, bite and soft tissues, explaining what they see along the way.
Your plan, your choice
We sit down with you, show you photos of your own teeth, and walk through your options, costs and priorities. You decide what happens next.
The new patient exam explained
What is included in a new patient dental exam?
A new patient exam is more complete than a routine checkup. It gives us a full baseline of your oral health, which helps us find problems early and plan your care properly.
Health and dental history
We review your medications, medical conditions, past dental work and any concerns, because your mouth and your overall health are closely linked.
Digital X-rays
X-rays show what we cannot see by eye: decay between teeth, bone levels and infections. We use digital X-rays, which need less radiation than traditional film, and we only take the images you need.
Tooth-by-tooth exam
Your dentist checks every tooth for cavities, cracks and wear, and looks at the condition of existing fillings, crowns and other dental work.
Gum health check
We measure the health of your gums and the bone that supports your teeth, looking for early signs of gingivitis and gum disease.
Oral cancer screening
We check your lips, cheeks, tongue and throat for anything unusual. We may also use VELscope, a handheld light that helps us look at soft tissue, alongside the visual exam. It is non-invasive.
Intraoral photos and your plan
Our intraoral camera lets you see what we see. We go through the photos with you, then put together a clear treatment plan with your options.
Want to know more about the tools we use? See our dental technology and general and oral health services.
Be prepared
What to bring to your first appointment
A few things help your first visit run smoothly:
- Your dental insurance or benefits card, or your CDCP member card
- Government-issued photo ID
- A list of your current medications and any allergies
- Recent dental X-rays, or the name of your previous dentist so we can request them
- Any questions or concerns you would like to talk through
- For children: a parent or guardian to come along
Nervous about the dentist?
We will go at your pace
Dental anxiety is common, and it is nothing to be embarrassed about. Tell us how you feel when you book and we will take things at your pace.
- Conscious oral sedation and IV sedation are available
- Dr. Raj Hundal provides IV sedation and oral sedation
- Dr. Han Yu provides sedation dentistry for children where appropriate
- We explain each step before we begin, and you can ask us to pause at any time
Sedation is not suitable for everyone. Your dentist will review your health history and talk through the risks, benefits and alternatives with you first. Learn more about sedation dentistry in Abbotsford.
Insurance and payment
Paying for your visit
We explain the costs of your options before any treatment begins.
Dental insurance
Bring your policy information with you. Whenever possible we deal with your insurance company directly online, so you only pay the portion your plan does not cover. Coverage depends on your individual plan.
Insurance detailsCanadian Dental Care Plan
The CDCP is a federal program that helps eligible Canadian residents with the cost of dental care. Eligibility and coverage are set by the Government of Canada. Read our patient guide, or ask us how it works at our clinic.
CDCP informationPatient financing
If treatment is not covered, or only partly covered, flexible payment plans let you spread the cost over time. You can apply online in minutes.*
Financing options*Financing is subject to credit approval, terms and conditions.
Who you will meet
Your Abbotsford dentists
Dr. Rajinder Hundal
General DentistA graduate of the UBC dental program (DMD, 2005) who provides general dentistry, with additional training in IV sedation.
Dr. Han Yu
General DentistA UBC-trained general dentist with additional training in implant dentistry. He holds a Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certificate.
Dr. Naimesh Pattani
General DentistTrained in India and licensed in Canada, with an interest in all areas of general dentistry, including extractions, root canals and crowns.
All of our dentists are general dentists. Sumas Mountain Village Dental is owned by Dr. Rajinder Hundal, Dr. Han Yu and Dr. Amin Shivji.
Good to know
New patient questions
Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. Sumas Mountain Village Dental is accepting new patients of all ages in Abbotsford. Book online, call 604-853-3305, or send us a message through our contact page.
What happens at a new patient dental exam?
We review your health and dental history, take any digital X-rays you need, examine each tooth and your gums, screen for oral cancer, and take intraoral photos. Your dentist then explains what they found and talks through a treatment plan with you.
Will I get a cleaning at my first visit?
It depends on your needs. Your exam tells us what kind of cleaning is right for your gums, and our team will let you know when you book whether your hygiene appointment can happen the same day or at a follow-up visit.
What if I have not been to the dentist in years?
You are welcome here, and you will not be judged. Many of our new patients have been away for a while. We start with a careful exam, then deal with the most important things first, at a pace you are comfortable with.
I am nervous about dental visits. Can you help?
Yes. We offer conscious oral sedation and IV sedation for patients who are suitable candidates, and our team regularly cares for anxious patients. Let us know when you book so we can plan your visit around you. Read more about sedation dentistry.
Do you see children and families?
Yes. We are a family practice and see patients of all ages. Dr. Han Yu holds a Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certificate and provides sedation dentistry for children where it is appropriate.
Do you bill my insurance directly?
Whenever possible, we deal with your insurance company directly online to get an immediate response on your coverage, so you only pay the portion that is not covered. Coverage depends on your individual plan. Please bring your policy information to your first visit.
I am in pain. Do I need to wait for a new patient exam?
No. If you have a toothache, swelling or a broken tooth, call us at 604-853-3305 and we will book the soonest possible appointment. After hours, our 24-hour dental emergency line is 604-805-2500. See urgent dental care.
What if I need to change my appointment?
Please phone the office directly to reschedule, as we do not accept cancellations by email or voicemail. We ask for two business days’ notice to avoid a missed appointment or short notice cancellation fee.
Book your new patient exam
We would love to welcome you and your family. Choose a time online, or call and our front desk team will find an appointment that suits you.
Off Highway 1 near the Save-On-Foods in Sumas Mountain Village. Get directions
Office hours
- Monday
- 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Tuesday
- 9:30 am – 4:30 pm
- Wednesday
- 10:30 am – 6:30 pm
- Thursday
- Alternating 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
and 10:30 am – 6:30 pm - Friday
- 9:30 am – 5:30 pm
- Saturday
- 8:30 am – 3:30 pm
- Sunday
- Closed
Dental emergency outside these hours? Call our 24-hour line at 604-805-2500.