Eastgate Dental Centre

Who We Are

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About Eastgate
Dental Centre

Eastgate Dental Centre offers a wide range of dental care to our patients, including general dentistry, dental hygiene, dentures and speciality dental services, including: orthodontics, endodontics, periodontics, and oral surgery.

Since the time of our opening in 1993, we have successfully treated thousands of individuals and families in our community. Our family of dentists look forward to providing your complete dental needs.

Our Dentists

dr. barry gelman

Dr. Barry Gelman

I graduated from the University of Toronto in 1996 with my degree in Dentistry.

I enjoy building strong relationships with patients and doing Surgery and Endodontics. I am a member of the Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Ontario Dental Association.

I am nearly a lifelong resident of Hamilton with 25 years of practice in the Hamilton area, I love my work and the people I work with in a large Collaborative practice. In my spare time I enjoy walking, cycling using new technology, reading and listen to music.

dr. nazek mohammed dds

Dr. Nazek Mohammed DDS

I studied both abroad and in Canada. I graduated from Baghdad University with a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Science (B.D.S.) in 1999 and in 2013 I received my DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgeon) designation from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. In 2016 completed the Implant Residency continuing education at the University of Toronto.

I enjoy all aspects of dentistry and I strive for excellence in dental care for patients of all ages. My degrees allow me to practice general dentistry, and a variety of procedures.

I am a member of the Ontario Dental Association, Canadian Dental Association and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.

I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling around the world. I also enjoy supporting canadahelps.org.

dr. james tonogai

Dr. James Tonogai

I graduated from the University of Western with a degree in Dentistry in 2015, and I have enjoyed working at Eastgate Dental Centre for the past 5 years.

I am currently enrolled in a 3-year Prosthodontics specialty Program at the University of Toronto. Before entering the prosthodontic residency, I have pursued several additional training programs in Implant dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, pediatric dentistry and occlusion.

In my spare time I enjoy tennis, sailing and badminton.

Dr. Uditi Kapoor

Dr. Alaaeldin Elaraby

Dr. Elaraby, a highly accomplished dentist, brings a wealth of expertise and dedication to patient care.

Dr. Elaraby earned BDS, Master of Prosthodontics, and Ph.D degrees with honors from the University of Alexandria, Egypt. He completed the NDEB and received the Paffenbarger Award from the Academy of Dental Materials (USA). Dr. Elaraby has worked as a Professor at the University of Alexandria and King Saud University before moving to Canada. Currently, he is a clinical instructor in the Prosthodontics Department at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto.

Dr. Elaraby’s comprehensive approach to dentistry includes a wide range of treatments, such as cosmetic dentistry and dental implants. His dedication to personalized care is evident in his careful planning and patient-centered approach. As a member of the Canadian Dental Association, the Ontario Dental Association, and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Dr. Elaraby keeps up with industry advancements while also enjoying outdoor activities in his free time.

Dr. Uditi Kapoor

Dr. Shyam Bhika

Dr. Bhika is a certified dentist with a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery from India and a Master of Science in Public Health from the United Kingdom. He now practices in Canada and is a member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Ontario Dental Association. In addition to dentistry, he is an avid traveler and nature enthusiast, always seeking new adventures.
Dr. Uditi Kapoor

Dr. Jyotika Rakesh Tuli

Dr. Jyotika Tuli is an experienced associate dentist with over 11 years of clinical practice as an internationally trained dentist. She earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from DY Patil University in 2009 and completed her Master of Dental Surgery (MDS) in Prosthodontics at Pd BD Sharma University in 2014.

Dr. Tuli graduated with distinction from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario, in 2024, receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS). She was recognized on the Dean’s Honor List and awarded the Dr. Glen Walker Award for her academic excellence, leadership, and clinical skills.

Proficient in all aspects of dentistry, Dr. Tuli focuses on smile design, aesthetic dentistry, and complex prosthetic treatments. She is committed to lifelong learning, staying up to date with the latest dental technologies. Dr. Tuli is a member of the Ontario Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Association, and the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.

Passionate about patient education, Dr. Tuli empowers patients to take charge of their oral health by providing personalized care tailored to individual needs. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, she builds strong patient relationships through open communication and trust.

In her free time, Dr. Tuli mentors internationally trained dentists preparing for Canadian licensure exams and offers interview coaching for dental school applicants.

Our Languages

Do you prefer to speak another language other than English? We off dental appointments in Arabic, Cantonese, Croatian, Czech, French, Hindi, Hungarian, Italian, Malayalam, Mandarin, Polish, Portuguese, Punjabi, Spanish, Turkish, Serbian, Swahili, Kazakhstan, and Tamil as well, just let us know what you prefer when you book with us.

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Fees & Insurance

We direct bill insurance and we accept all major credit cards and debit. If you need financing options, please ask our Treatment Coordinator for more information when reviewing any recommended dental treatments.

What Our Clients Love About Us

  • Had an really bad infected tooth. My previous appointment with another doctor was still 2 weeks away 🙁 Eastgate Dental took my call this morning and gave what... read more

    Michael Kemp Avatar Michael Kemp
    July 29, 2022

    Dr Chi was excellent. I thought I was getting a tooth pulled but it ended up it was two teeth which could be fixed and saved and even fixed... read more

    Marsha Wass Avatar Marsha Wass
    March 25, 2021

    The dental work is good, staff is friendly, I've had generally positive experiences. My one complaint is the billing. They do direct billing but I've often had various things go... read more

    Nathan Jervis Avatar Nathan Jervis
    February 18, 2021
  • Excellent service and professionalism. Very knowledgeable. Dr. Mohammed is the best. She will explain what is going on at all times so you don't have to wonder. She will work... read more

    Susanne Swayze Avatar Susanne Swayze
    April 25, 2024

    Comfortable, pleasant staff, great hygienist and dentist. I took my daughter here for emergency dentistry in 2008, and haven't gone anywhere else since. I give 4 stars,... read more

    Meggin Kraft Avatar Meggin Kraft
    June 15, 2022

    The procedure to fix a cracked tooth was fast and efficient. They take emergencies really quickly. I have been there twice now and always great service.

    Dina Avatar Dina
    March 2, 2024
  • I had a fantastic experience yesterday at Eastgate Dental Centre. I had a bad tooth that needed taking care of immediately, and I could not be happier with the results.... read more

    Charles Landy Avatar Charles Landy
    February 20, 2022

    I was referred to Dr. Tonogai regarding the feasibility of implants. I am a very nervous dental patient! From the first visit I was part of the team! All of... read more

    Patti IDENOUYE Avatar Patti IDENOUYE
    December 9, 2023

    This isn’t my usual dentist but mine is closed from Friday -Sunday. I was experiencing intense pain from my wisdom teeth and beloved there to be an infection. I called... read more

    Mackenzie Mackinnon Avatar Mackenzie Mackinnon
    July 22, 2022
  • I was received in an orderly manner following COVID restrictions and protocols after having signed in through a portal the day before. There was no delay in receiving me at... read more

    Thomas Ayers Avatar Thomas Ayers
    January 29, 2022

    I had incredible tooth pain and I was in their office within 90 minutes of calling them. I called 3 other dentist offices and the earliest I could get in... read more

    Dr. Dark Avatar Dr. Dark
    October 31, 2022

    The team at Eastgate Dental were amazing! Through, knowledgeable & friendly. I felt like I was at a spa day instead of at the dentist. They gave me excellent care... read more

    sherry petrie Avatar sherry petrie
    July 11, 2024
  • My experience at this dental office has been mixed over the years but this visit for a cleaning was special. The hygienist who cleaned my teeth this time not only... read more

    Neva Tatyug Avatar Neva Tatyug
    October 25, 2022

    If I could give your staff and Doctor a million stars I would! Thank you so much for your time, respect, and patience with a challenging procedure. I... read more

    Kristina Collier Avatar Kristina Collier
    November 7, 2022

    My hygienist is Angela , she is very nice, and my dentist is Dr.Gelman , he is very good dentist and explane to me everything. He always did good job.

    Fariba Nobarpour Avatar Fariba Nobarpour
    January 27, 2021
  • I came to Eastgate with an urgent matter- a painful tooth I was trying to get help with before traveling. I wasn't even one of their patients, and they got... read more

    Kaitlin Wilmshurst Avatar Kaitlin Wilmshurst
    April 26, 2022

    Everybody i dealt with were very polite ,friendly, and professional. The doctor was fast , experienced, and great manner with the patient(me). Awesome hours for those who can't... read more

    MrCrockettt Avatar MrCrockettt
    April 26, 2024

    Great visit. Everyone was very friendly, kind and helpful. The doctor was awesome. Provided great care and took time to explain everything. Just a pleasure to meet everyone here.... read more

    Prince Avatar Prince
    September 2, 2022

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Our Community

The entire team at Eastgate Dental Centre are proud to live and work in the vibrant community of Hamilton. This is our home and we genuinely care about taking care of the oral health care needs of our community – and we can do the same for you too.

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