Dr. Michael Riva

5.0 ( 21 reviews )

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Very caring staff, and of course Dr. Riva is very personable and willing accommodate anyone's financial situation, based on my own experience and that of my friends. He has likely had every child in St. Catharines in his treatment chairs. I went to see him for my two children based on many recommendations and was not disappointed.

Submitted Feb. 24, 2022

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Great service! Timely and organized and very clean atmosphere!

Submitted Feb. 15, 2022

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Very grateful to Dr. Riva and the girls for finishing off my childrens braces during the pandemic. They really changed their office for our safety. My kids smiles look fantastic! Thanks to a great team - highly recommended

Submitted April 20, 2021

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We are in the final weeks before our daughter gets her braces off and have had nothing but positive experiences at this office. Dr. Riva has been thorough and informative, taking time to explain the process as we've gone along. His team, front office and hygiene team are all lovely and kind. We would highly recommend Dr. Riva and his team for any orthodontic work you require!

Submitted Feb. 3, 2020

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There is a genuinely nice spirit in this office. The front desk ladies are inviting & helpful and the clinic staff are kind. The doctor is even nice too. We are very happy with our daughter’s work so far. Thanks Dr. Riva and all your team!

Submitted Sept. 18, 2019

5
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Excellent experience every time. Dr.Riva is caring and great with kids. All of the staff are pleasant and helpful.

Submitted April 11, 2019

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Dr. Riva was recommended by our family dentist as well as several of our friends. Right from the first meeting there was a very special feeling about his office. We are seen on time and the staff are always friendly. My daughter’s teeth were a mess and they now look great thanks to Dr. Riva and his crew. Can’t recommend this office enough - we had a great experience there!

Submitted Dec. 24, 2018

5
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Terrific office! I am very grateful to Dr. Riva and his staff for helping me through my journey to a wonderful smile. Dr. Riva did an amazing job straightening my very crooked teeth. The beautiful ladies who changed and tightened the braces did so with the least possible pain. And, the lovely ladies at reception were so accommodating with my frequent schedule changes.

Submitted Oct. 19, 2018

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Not the office for athletes. My son plays numerous sports and needs a custom mouth guard, but the office won't make them since they have to adjust the braces every 6 weeks and would have to make a new mouth guard each time to get a proper fit. I'm told to purchase a mouth guard that can be molded using hot water from a sports store or Canadian Tire. However, those won't fit with his braces, I've tried a few now ranging from cheap to expensive. My son has a friend who sees Dr. Pasquale and he will do a custom mouth guard for him with every adjustment. Otherwise the office is fantastic with great staff and very short wait times. I would recommend them as long as your child isn't into sports.

Submitted Oct. 9, 2018

Dr. Michael Riva's response
Athletes have always been special to us. Dr. Riva has been a strong contributor to athletics in Niagara as a benefactor and as a coach. He is a former multi-sport athlete who has coached and treated a vast amount of athletes at various levels of sport over the years. Our office has made countless free mouth guards for athletes. We do not generally recommend custom mouth guards during orthodontics because they can interfere with proper orthodontic tooth movement. Our experience with most athletes is they are able to make a bought mouth guard work in the short term, especially since the braces can act as “handles” to help hold it in. All this being said, we are so sorry you had these difficulties fitting your son’s mouth guard. Please let Dr. Riva know the next time you are in the office and we will be happy to have our lab technicians make something to help him out.

Submitted Oct. 10, 2018

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Great office! Rarely have to wait. Price was very competitive with good payment plan. Everyone there is kind and really cares about you

Submitted June 5, 2018

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Accepting New Patients

Yes, this doctor is accepting new patients

Biography

Born and raised in St. Catharines, Dr. Riva was inspired to pursue a career in dentistry by his father, Dr. Al Riva, who practiced dentistry in Niagara for 50 years. In 1989 at the age of 26, Dr. Riva graduated as a Certified Specialist in Orthodontics from the University of Toronto. Contributing to the profession, he developed the original Niagara Peninsula Dental Association Web Site and is the former editor of the Niagara Peninsula Dental Association newsletter. Dr. Riva is happily married with three grown children. He is a sports enthusiast who has participated and coached at a high level in multiple sports. Presently he enjoys cycling, gardening, yoga and spending time with his family - especially on holidays to Walt Disney World. Ever mindful of those less fortunate, Dr. Riva sponsors three foster children through Plan International. Dr. Riva and his orthodontic team run a family-oriented practice reflecting Dr. Riva’s core values, which are kindness and humility. Many referrals to the practice are by word of mouth, which is a testament to patients’ continued satisfaction with their experiences in the office and, most importantly, with their beautiful smiles.

Languages

  • French
  • English

Education

  • University of Toronto (Grad. 1989)

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