Good care starts with time to listen
Dental visits feel easier when you know you won’t be rushed. At Altima Port Hope Dental Centre, we slow things down enough to hear your concerns, understand your health history, and explain options clearly. Whether you’ve been visiting regularly or you’re returning after a break, our goal is to meet you where you are and build a plan that feels realistic, comfortable, and easy to follow.
About Altima Port Hope Dental Centre
For many years, our clinic has been part of the rhythm of Port Hope — caring for local families, retirees, and people who have moved here for a quieter pace. We provide general, cosmetic, restorative, surgical, implant, and emergency dentistry under one roof on Queen Street.
Appointments are structured around clarity and predictability. We review what we see, outline options in plain language, and make sure you feel comfortable with next steps before any treatment begins. We welcome CDCP patients, help you navigate insurance details, and offer 0% Patient Financing for eligible treatment so cost conversations feel straightforward and stress-free.
Meet yourdentists
Dr. Anvitha Devisetty
General Dentist
Dr. Anvitha Devisetty is a dedicated general dentist who is passionate about helping patients improve and maintain their oral health through prevention, early diagnosis, and personalized treatment. Known for her warm and caring approach, she strives to make every patient feel comfortable and well-informed.
Dr. Devisetty earned her dental degree in India in 2007 and brings over a decade of experience in restorative dentistry, including crowns and bridges. She moved to Canada in 2018 and successfully completed the National Dental Examining Board of Canada (NDEB) certification to obtain her licence to practise dentistry in Ontario.
Committed to lifelong learning, Dr. Devisetty regularly participates in continuing education programs to stay current with modern dental technology and techniques. Her goal is to provide quality dental care to patients of all ages.
Dr. Devisetty is an active member of the Canadian Dental Association, the Ontario Dental Association, and the Durham Dental Society. Outside of the clinic, she enjoys travelling with her husband and son, watching movies, and following cricket and soccer.
Dr. Meet Thakkar
General Dentist
As a dentist, Dr. Meet Thakkar enjoys seeing his patients and helping them maintain healthy smiles. He advocates for preventive, patient-focused care tailored to each individual. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at Gujarat University, where he also gained experience in private practice along the coast.
Dr. Thakkar is interested in modern techniques and technologies to make dentistry comfortable for his patients. He practices all aspects of general dentistry, including aesthetic, restorative, and pain-relief treatments for patients of all ages. He is committed to continuing education, particularly in endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery, and implantology.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Thakkar is a huge foodie and enjoys driving bikes and cars. He also loves gardening in his free time.
Care in your language
We currently offer care in English and Hindi. Being able to ask questions and discuss health concerns in the language you’re most comfortable with helps appointments feel clearer and less stressful — especially when reviewing recommendations or costs.
Pricing and planning made clearclear
We know dental treatment is both a health decision and a financial one. Our team:
• Reviews estimates before treatment begins
• Explains how insurance may contribute, when applicable
• Welcomes patients covered under the Canadian Dental Care Plan
• Provides information about 0% Patient Financing for eligible treatment
You’ll always know what we’re recommending, why it’s recommended, and what to expect financially before moving forward.
A team focused on comfort and consistency
We currently offer care in English and Hindi. Being able to ask questions and discuss health concerns in the language you’re most comfortable with helps appointments feel clearer and less stressful — especially when reviewing recommendations or costs.