Altima Erin Mills Dental Centre

Altima Erin Mills Dental Centre: comprehensive dentistry in Mississauga

Altima Erin Mills Dental Centre is a dental clinic located in Erin Mills, within Mississauga (Ontario, Canada). With over 25 years in operation, it serves families, young professionals, and seniors from Erin Mills as well as other areas of Mississauga. Its approach combines clear communication, a welcoming manner, and a broad range of dental services under one roof.

Available dental services

The clinic covers various areas of dentistry, from prevention to surgical and restorative treatments:

• General and family dentistry: comprehensive exams, new patient visits, dental hygiene, fillings, and root canal therapy, among others.
• Cosmetic dentistry: teeth whitening and clear aligner treatments to enhance the aesthetics of your smile.
• Restorative dentistry: crowns, bridges, dentures, inlays and onlays, and prosthodontics, aimed at restoring strength, comfort, and function.
• Dental implants: replacement of missing teeth with implants.
• Orthodontics: clear aligners, Invisalign, and retainers for teens and adults.
• Endodontics: root canal therapy.
• Periodontics: diagnosis and treatment of gums and supporting tissues, with a special interest in gum plastic surgery.
• Oral surgery: surgical procedures within the dental field.
• Dental emergencies: care for sudden pain, swelling, broken teeth, and other urgent situations, with efforts to see patients as soon as possible.
• Sedation dentistry: nitrous oxide and oral sedation for patients with anxiety, a strong gag reflex, or who prefer greater relaxation during treatment.

Direct billing and CDCP coverage

The centre processes claims with insurance providers on behalf of the patient and, when possible, provides clear cost estimates. It also offers support to patients covered by the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP), including information on how to apply for or renew it.

Extended hours and accessibility

The clinic has extended hours Monday through Friday, until 8:00 p.m., and is also open on Saturdays and Sundays. This availability aims to make scheduling appointments easier alongside work, family, and other commitments. The centre is located at 5100 Erin Mills Parkway, near shops, services, and main routes in the neighbourhood.

Professional team

The team combines general dentists and specialists. Dr. Rajbir Braich, a general dentist who graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 2000, is a member of the Ontario Dental Association (ODA) and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO). Dr. Pavel Cherkas is an endodontist, with training at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, an M.Sc. in Endodontics from the University of Toronto, and the Royal College Fellowship; he is an assistant professor of Oral Physiology and Endodontics at the University of Toronto and has conducted research at institutions such as Cambridge (UK), Leipzig (Germany), and Tokyo (Japan). Dr. Ghassan Omera is a periodontist, with postgraduate studies in Periodontics and a Master of Research from Université Lille 2 (France), over 15 years of experience, and a particular interest in gum plastic surgery; he is licensed by the RCDSO and is an Associate Fellow of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). Dr. Gokhan Shevket is a general dentist who graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 2006 and served as a military dentist for 7.5 years after joining the Canadian Forces Dental Officer Training Program in 2003.

Approach to care

The clinic describes its care model as calm and unhurried, with explanations in plain language and space for the patient to decide at ease. The team reviews each step before performing it and addresses any questions that arise during the process, both in routine visits and more complex treatments.

Location and contact

5100 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga, ON, L5M 4Z5 · Phone: (905) 569-6647 · Email: erinmills@altima.ca · Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.; Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.