Treatments available

We are committed to creating a supportive and sensitive environment where each patient feels respected and heard. 

We offer complete dental services, including:

  • Family dentistry
  • White and silver fillings
  • Non-invasive cosmetic veneers
  • Crowns and bridges
  • Dental surgery and extractions
  • Dental cleaning
  • Removable appliances
  • Prosthodontics
  • Whitening
  • Root canal treatment
  • Gum treatment
  • Digital X-rays
  • Snoring/sleep apnea treatment



IMPROVE YOUR SMILE WITH NON-INVASIVE COSMETIC VENEERS

If you want to improve your smile, consider cosmetic veneers that do not involve drilling or cutting teeth. In many cases we are able to close spaces and provide the appearance of straight teeth, all without the use of braces. We will evaluate your front teeth and determine if non-invasive veneers are right for you.

DIGITAL X-RAYS

For accurate and convenient imaging, our offices now use digital x-rays. This new format considerably reduces the amount of radiation used. It allows for more accurate diagnosis while being better for the environment. By having the most accurate imaging and information, you can rest assured know that you will get the best course of dental treatment.

TREATMENT FOR HEADACHES AND JAW PAIN
If you suffer from headaches, jaw or ear pain, the source could be in your teeth. We will evaluate you for evidence of myofascial pain dysfunction (MFPD) and other ailments. This is a fairly common problem which can often be a side effect of stress. Treatments normally involve a combination of a removable oral appliance and some additional non-invasive holistic approaches.

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Root Canal & Periodontal Treatment

At the dental clinic of Dr. Robert Berlin, we offer root canal treatments for Etobicoke patients. 

If you are experiencing exceptional tooth pain that is affecting your ability to chew food, drink water or even just talk, it is a sign that you are experiencing a deep infection in your tooth. At the dental clinic of Dr. Robert Berlin, we offer root canal treatments for Etobicoke patients. During this procedure, we painlessly remove the infected material from the root of your tooth and then seal the root and fill the tooth with a temporary or permanent restoration.

PERIODONTAL TREATMENTS TO MAINTAIN HEALTHY GUMS

Our team is committed to maintaining healthy gums for our patients. People from throughout the Lakeshore communities come to us for our focus on periodontal health. Without healthy gums and supporting bones, our teeth are at risk for increased bleeding and disease. We provide careful evaluation of the gums and bone to determine if gum disease (periodontitis) is developing and we will recommend treatments as required.

Graphic image of decayed and damaged tooth

SIGNS OF PERIODONTAL PROBLEMS

  • Red or swollen gums
  • Visibly receding gums
  • Increased thermal sensitivity
  • Bad breath
  • Loose teeth
  • Excessive bleeding while cleaning

SCALING TO REMOVE DEPOSITS UNDER THE GUMS

Periodontal disease will require will more than just cleaning of your teeth. Periodontal disease requires scaling, a process which removes hard deposits below the gum line. That is because periodontal disease is caused by hard calcium depots that build up under your gums and provide a space for bacteria to multiply. This process leads to deterioration of the supporting bones and inflammation of the gums. In order to treat this, we must scale below the gums in order to remove these deposits and allow your gums and bone to become healthier.

TMJ/Headache

The team at Dr. Berlin’s clinic has considerable experience in treating this condition. Treatment will include a complete facial muscle exam.

If you suffer from head, facial, jaw and/or tooth pain, you may be suffering MFPD (myofascial pain dysfunction) also sometimes known as TMJ. The team at Dr. Berlin’s clinic has considerable experience in treating this problem and treatment will begin with an evaluation of the facial muscle exam.

THE CAUSE OF JAW/FACIAL PAIN (MFPD)

Myofascial Pain Dysfunction (MFPD) is a pain syndrome caused by muscle knots, also known as trigger points. These trigger points can refer pain to other locations. This pain may manifest itself as headache, jaw pain, facial pain, and dental tooth ache. We diagnose this problem by palpating the individual muscles of the face in order to determine if trigger points are present and are causing pain and discomfort. If such a diagnosis is made, there are several treatments that can be recommended.

SYMPTOMS OF TEMPOROMANDIBULAR DISORDER / JOINT SYNDROME

Some of the more common symptoms of Myofascial Pain Dysfunction /TMJ include:

  • Pain in the jaw or face
  • Clicking of the jaw
  • Limited range of jaw motion

  • Headaches and neck aches
  • Difficulty biting and chewing
  • Sensitivity to temperature

  • Loose teeth
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Jaw clenching and teeth grinding

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CLEANING


We are a family-centric dental clinic with a record of quality work and patient care. All our patients will benefit from regular cleanings (and scalings in some cases.)
This is a recare program whereby most patients will visit the office dental hygienist every 3, 6 or 9 months (depending on their needs) for cleanings of their teeth (and gums where needed) to promote healthy dentition and gums. During most of those visits you will also be checked by the dentist, to make sure no problems are present. Young children usually start their first clinical exam and cleanings (and protective fluoride treatments) in the range of 3-5 years. 



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Restorative Dentistry Services in Etobicoke

Dr. Robert Berlin offers many services for restorative dentistry including crown and bridge work in Etobicoke. 

Even with care and cleaning, sometimes it is still possible to experience tooth decay and possible tooth loss . Dr. Robert Berlin offers many services for restorative dentistry including crown and bridge work in Etobicoke. 

Restorative dentistry refers to the entire spectrum of treatments available to replace or restore decayed, damaged or lost teeth. Dr. Robert Berlin is here to provide quality tooth restoration options that will not only benefit your oral health but also come within your budget. Visit our clinic if you are looking for restorative dentistry services in Etobicoke.

FILLINGS

Generally composite resins are used to restore a decayed tooth. Similarly a fractured front tooth can be restored to its original form and function with composite resins. With today’s sophisticated materials it is possible to achieve an excellent colour match. As well, if the front teeth are crowded or misaligned, it is possible to virtually eliminate that problem with composite resin, see cosmetic restoration.

CROWNS

If a tooth is extensively damaged and/or has had endodontics (root canal treatment) the tooth may be prone to fracture (which could necessitate extraction.) In these cases it is usually appropriate to consider placing a crown on the tooth. This procedure strengthens the tooth and prevents the tooth from fracturing in future. Crowns are usually of a noble metal (gold alloy) with a porcelain covering to make them appear realistic. In very visible areas we may use an all porcelain crown to achieve maximum aesthetics, however all porcelain crowns may sometimes be more susceptible to fracture in certain cases.

BRIDGES AND IMPLANTS

Sometimes a tooth or teeth may have been lost. In this case there are several options available. 



A traditional Bridge is a fixed restoration that spans the missing tooth/teeth and is attached permanently to the teeth on either side of the missing tooth/teeth. It has the advantage of being often partly covered by dental plans and can be done in a short time span. The disadvantage is that natural teeth need to be trimmed and reshaped. Occasionally this could lead to increased sensitivity on those teeth. 

There is a particular type of Bridge, called the Maryland Bridge that eliminates the need to trim the adjacent teeth, and it is about 50% the cost of a Traditional Bridge. However, it can only be used in very specific situations. Where used appropriately it can be a very affordable solution.

Another option would be Implants. In this case there is no damage to the teeth adjacent to the missing teeth. However, there must be sufficient healthy bone and space for an implant to be placed. Where this is not the case pre-implant surgery must be done, which raises the cost and time of treatment. The overall time span can vary from 3-6 months or longer depending on the complexity of the case. Unfortunately most insurance plans cover little or none of the costs associated with this treatment. Generally Implants are the most expensive option, being more costly than Bridgework. However, in the appropriate situation, Implants are often the best choice for treatment.

removable partial dentures graphic image

A final option would be removable partial dentures, which will replace the lost teeth, but compared to either Bridges or Implants the partial denture will not be as comfortable, functional or aesthetic. The clasps that attach the partial denture to the natural teeth can, in some cases, over time, cause damage to those teeth. However, Partial Dentures are less costly than either Bridges or Implants.

CONTACT US TODAY

If you need more information regarding restorative dentistry in Etobicoke, contact us today. You can also call us at 416-251-3303 to speak with one of our representatives.
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Managing Dental Fear

Many patients have so much fear of dentistry and dentists that they are unable attend a dental office.

Unfortunately, this approach may lead to severe decay, gum disease, pain and eventual tooth loss. The traditional protocol in dentistry has been to manage this fear with oral medication or N2O2 (laughing gas) or sleep dentistry.


However, Dr. Berlin has chosen a different path. After much reading and study he has decided that much of this fear is due to negative dental experiences by these patients when they were children and that the solution lies in exploring that childhood experience, rather than masking it with medication. This can be done through talk therapy. In his opinion, these early traumatic dental experiences represent a form of abuse done to the child.

The original dentist certainly did not intend to emotionally scar the child, but nevertheless, the result is one of fear. The child may have felt pain and trauma that was ignored by the treating dentist and may have felt vulnerable and alone. In any other context this scenario could be considered a form of abuse. Recovering from abuse first requires acknowledgment that the abuse occurred (both by the patient and by the current dentist) and evolving, empowered viewpoints of those childhood dental traumas. Dr. Berlin will explore, with the patient, the memories of those difficult moments and help the patient to process those recollections and hopefully find a way forward, free from dental fear. 

This approach by Dr. Berlin is somewhat novel, but not without precedent.

Recent research has shown the efficacy of this protocol:

https://medicalxpress.com/news/2016-01-therapy-tackle-dentist.html


https://www.kcl.ac.uk/helping-patients-face-their-fears



There is no additional fee for this treatment. It will be included as part of the regular dental exam, (when needed or requested by the patient) but will not be done without the express consent of the patient beforehand. 


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