EJC Dentistry
Patients often talk about little or no pain and kind, gentle care.
Can help with
- Check-up and cleaning
- Toothache or emergency
- Children
- Nervous about the dentist
- Takes the dental care plan
Good to know before you call
- Their website covers 2 locations, so some dentists or services it lists may be at another one
What patients say most
- Little or no pain · 15 reviews
- Kind, gentle care · 11 reviews
- Nervous patients felt at ease · 8 reviews
What do you need?
Pick one to see what they offer, what patients say and what to ask.
Check-up and cleaning
Listed on Google as a dentist.
Explains things clearly: 3 reviews. Kind, gentle care: 11 reviews.
- Are you taking new patients, and when is the first opening for a new-patient exam and cleaning?
- What will the exam, X-rays and cleaning cost, and what will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
Toothache or emergency
Their Google profile says they offer emergency care.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Can you see me today? Say where it hurts, since when, and whether there is swelling or a fever.
- What will the emergency exam and X-ray cost before any treatment?
Children
Their Google profile says they see children.
Good visits for kids: 3 reviews.
- From what age do you see children, and can brothers and sisters be booked together?
- Do you bill my insurance or the dental care plan directly for my child?
Nervous about the dentist
Their Google profile says they offer sedation. Their website mentions sedation for nervous patients.
Nervous patients felt at ease: 8 reviews. Little or no pain: 15 reviews. Kind, gentle care: 11 reviews.
- Say you’re nervous when you book, and ask what helps: a longer appointment, breaks, numbing, laughing gas or sedation.
- If sedation is an option, what does it cost, and will I need someone to take me home?
Dental care plan (CDCP)
Their website says they take the plan: “Welcoming patients of all ages with Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) coverage!”
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Do you bill the Canadian Dental Care Plan directly for this treatment?
- Will anything cost more than the plan pays? Ask for the amount before treatment.
Cost and paying
- What’s the total, including the exam and X-rays?
- How much will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
- Does anything cost more than the provincial fee guide?
They don’t post prices online. For a rough idea, see what patients across Canada said they paid.
Who you’ll see
The team listed on their website. Their website covers 2 locations, so some may work elsewhere.
Read bio
General Dentist Dr. Ishita Gakhar is a warm, attentive, and an experienced general dentist who blends the precision of modern dentistry with the compassion of individualized care. She views dentistry not just as a service but as an opportunity for patients to feel seen, cared for, and confident in their smiles. With over a decade of diverse clinical experience Read more
Read bio
Dr. Chithalen grew up in the Hamilton area attending Ancaster High School. After graduating with honours in 1987, Dr. Chithalen attended McMaster University in Hamilton, and in 1990 received his Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology (Summa Cum Laude).
What patients say
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Their FAQ
Answers from their website.
What features does your clinic offer?
Our clinic offers a number of features, including: Convenient Locations & Hours Free On-Site Parking Same Day Appointments Accessible By Transit Children's Play Area & Treasure Tower Waiting Room Water Station Direct Billing to Insurance Companies
How do I cancel or reschedule an appointment?
To cancel or reschedule an appointment, please call us. Please let us know about any change of plans as soon as you can, so we can offer the space in our schedule to another patient.
Do you offer appointment reminders?
In the days before your appointment, you will receive automated phone, text or email appointment reminders from us. If you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment, please call us as soon as possible to let us know.
Does your clinic have on-site parking?
Yes, we have free on-site parking available for all our patients. Our parking lot is located on Emerald St., attached to the office.
How do I get to your office?
Our office is in an old stone home on the corner of Stinson St. and Emerald St. You will see a large three-dimensional tooth as you approach our building. Travelling from Toronto, Oakville or Burlington Take QEW Hamilton to 403 Hamilton, Exit Main St. E. (#8 East) to Emerald, and turn right (south) until Stinson St. Travelling from Niagara Take QEW Hamilton to Burlington St. exit, continue to Wentworth St. and go south to Stinson St., then turn right (west) until Emerald St. Travelling from London, Woodstock or Brantford Take 403 Hamilton, exit Main St. E. (#8 East) to Emerald, and turn right (south) until Stinson St.
Are you accessible via public transit?
Yes! Our office is easy to access with HSR, the city's main public transit option. Take the bus and get off at one of stops at the corner of Stinson St. and Emerald St. The stop IDs are 1173 and 1126.
Other locations
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