Erindale Dental Centre
Patients often talk about kind, gentle care and clear explanations.
Can help with
- Check-up and cleaning
- Toothache or emergency
- Children
- Nervous about the dentist
- Implants
- Braces or Invisalign
- Dentures
- Root canal
- Takes the dental care plan
What patients say most
- Kind, gentle care · 14 reviews
- Explains things clearly · 7 reviews
- Little or no pain · 6 reviews
What do you need?
Pick one to see what they offer, what patients say and what to ask.
Check-up and cleaning
Their website has a page about check-ups and cleanings.
Explains things clearly: 7 reviews. Kind, gentle care: 14 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 website has a page about 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 website has a page about children’s dentistry.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- 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 website has a page about sedation or care for anxious patients. Their website mentions sedation for nervous patients.
Little or no pain: 6 reviews. Kind, gentle care: 14 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?
Implants
Their website has a page about implants.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Is the consultation free, and does the quote include the implant, the abutment and the crown?
- Who places the implant here?
Braces or Invisalign
Their website has a page about braces or Invisalign.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Is the consultation free, and does the price include retainers and follow-up visits?
- Will an orthodontist or a general dentist be treating me?
Dentures
Their website has a page about dentures.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Does the price include adjustments after the dentures are fitted?
- How long is it from the first visit to the finished dentures?
Root canal
Their website has a page about root canals.
Little or no pain: 6 reviews.
- Is the root canal done here, or will I be referred to a specialist?
- Does the price include the crown the tooth may need afterwards?
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?
From their website. See what people across Canada paid
Who you’ll see
The team listed on their website.
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Dr. Aarati Balakrishnan General Dentist Dr. Aarati Balakrishnan has been providing meticulous and dedicated dental care to patients across the GTA for over two decades. After completing her dental education at prestigious institutions in both India and Canada, including the Government Dental College in Mumbai and the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto, she has built a reputation for compassionate, patient-focused care. Dr. Aarati believes in taking the time to ensure each patient receives the treatment, care, and comfort they need. Her approach focuses on making patients feel completely at ease in the dental setting while achieving exceptional functional and aesthetic results. She is a member in good standing of: Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario Ontario Dental Association Committed to ongoing professional development, Dr. Aarati continually pursues…
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Dr. Amarpreet Kaur Hothi General Dentist Dr. Hothi has been providing quality dental care to her patients for over 24 years and enjoys working at her Rexdale and North York practice, which she considers her home away from home. She stays up to date with the latest advances in dentistry to ensure her patients receive the highest standard of care. Dr. Hothi regularly attends courses and conventions to continue expanding her knowledge and often shares that expertise with colleagues and friends seeking mentorship. Her continuing education is primarily focused on implants, surgeries, and orthodontics. Dr. Hothi believes strongly in the philosophy of informed decision-making when it comes to patient care. She and her staff take the time to thoroughly explain treatment options, discussing the pros and cons of each approach so patients can make confident, well-informed decisions about their…
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Dr. Akshatha Yalamuri Dentist Dr. Akshatha Yalamuri is a General Dentist with a Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Conservative Dentistry & Endodontics and is licensed to practice in Ontario by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). She provides comprehensive general dentistry with a special interest in endodontics, offering patients both routine dental care and advanced root canal treatment in a comfortable, welcoming environment. With clinical experience in both India and Canada, Dr. Yalamuri is dedicated to preserving natural teeth through precise, evidence-based treatment. Her expertise includes root canal therapy, endodontic retreatment, post and core procedures, and the management of endodontic emergencies. Having worked alongside endodontic specialists in Canada, she combines advanced clinical training with a patient-centered approach focused on comfort, clear…
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Dr. Mustafa Abouzgia Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon His work has been published in a number of professional periodicals including The Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, The International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and the International Journal of Oral and Maxillofacial Implants. He also has delivered presentations at a variety of scientific conferences. Dr. Abouzgia received his training at the University of Toronto and completed his residency at The Toronto Hospital. He continued his training in Toronto and was awarded a fellowship certificate by the Royal College of Dentists of Canada. While working on a research project in the University of Toronto’s Department of Mechanical Engineering, Dr. Abouzgia also earned a master’s degree in science. Outside of the office, he enjoys traveling and gardening.
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Dr. Osama Eissa Orthodontist Dr. Eissa graduated with Honours in 2006 from the Faculty of Dentistry, Tanta University, Egypt, ranking first in his class. He then joined the Department of Orthodontics, where he completed his residency and earned both a Master’s and PhD in Orthodontics, later serving as an Associate Professor. After moving to Canada, Dr. Eissa successfully completed the dental equivalency program and the Dental Specialty Advanced Training Program in Orthodontics at the University of Toronto. He is now a certified orthodontic specialist, a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC), and an active member of the RCDSO, OAO, CAO, and AAO. Passionate about excellence, Dr. Eissa is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of orthodontic care to his patients.
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is dedicated to delivering high-quality dental services in a welcoming atmosphere. She emphasizes patient education, helping patients make informed choices about their dental care. Dr. Hothi’s areas of focus include family dentistry, oral surgery, orthodontics, preventive dentistry, restorative care, and pediatric dentistry.
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Dr. Pooja R. Vazhakkat Family Dentist Dr. Pooja Vazhakkat earned her Bachelor’s degree in Dentistry in 2012 and completed her Postgraduate training in Periodontology in 2017. She has been practicing dentistry in Canada since 2019 and has also served as a part-time instructor of clinical skills for internationally trained dentists at a reputed institute in Vancouver. Her special interest lies in the prevention and treatment of gum disease. Dr. Vazhakkat strongly believes in preventive care and encourages her patients to maintain lifelong oral health through education and regular dental visits. She remains committed to staying current with the latest advancements in dentistry through continuing education programs.
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