About us
At Klimitz Dental, we provide a range of high quality dental services in a friendly, family oriented practice. We believe in patient centred dentistry and strive to make our clients feel comfortable by educating them about procedures and providing advice on long-term preventative oral health.
We have been in business since 1974 and our staff stay current with the most recent advances in dentistry. Both Dr. Stanley Klimitz and Dr. Jordan Klimitz are clinical instructors at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry and at George Brown College department of Denturism. We are also active in the community promoting oral health, providing annual lectures at St. Hilda’s retirement home where we review oral hygiene and educate the residents about oral health.
Both Dr. Stan and Dr. Jordan are active members of the Alpha Omega Dental society, and are members of the Ontario Dental Association. We enjoy all aspects of dentistry and our patients range in age from just a few months old to centurians.
Dental team
Our entire dental staff are friendly, approachable and eager to help answer any questions that you may have. They are all well versed in the dental procedures that we provide. In our office we are able to converse in many languages including but not limited to English, Italian, Portuguese, French, Albanian, Hebrew, Russian, Polish, Ukranian, Yiddish and Persian.
DENTISTS
Dr. STANLEY P. Klimitz
Dental team member since: 1974
Position: Principal Dentist
Languages: English & French.
Hobbies: Traveling with my family, reading, playing all seasonal sports activities.
Interesting Fact: I play the violin.
I received my first degree B.Sc. as well as my dental degree D.D.S. from the University of Toronto. Upon graduation I worked for the North York Department of Health for 3 years as well as associating in private practice. I have been in the same location for over 32 years of private practice. During this time I have also given back to my profession by teaching students at both the University of Toronto and George Brown College since 1985. I am married and have 2 sons, 1 daughter-in-law, and proud to have a new grand-daughter.
I believe that the key to oral health is prevention. Most dental conditions can be prevented with regular dental checkups and with a high level of personal oral hygiene.
Dr. JORDAN M.I. Klimitz
Dental Team member since: 2006
Position: Dentist
Languages: English
Hobbies: All sports, playing with my baby daughter.
Interesting Fact: I am 3rd generation Canadian.
I was born and raised in Toronto. I received my first degree, from the University of Toronto (Hon. B.Sc.) and my Masters degree from York University. I completed my Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Manitoba Faculty of Dentistry. I am married and have a beautiful baby daughter. I am excited to join my father and the rest of the dedicated staff at our office in providing high quality, complete oral care.
I am currently on staff at the University of Toronto, Faculty of Dentistry as a clinical instructor as well as a part time instructor at George Brown College Department of Denturism. My goal, along with my colleagues, is to help educate, promote oral health, and provide personalized care.
DENTAL HYGIENISTS
ROSALIE Shapiro
Dental Team member since: 1982
Position: Dental Hygienist
Languages: English
Hobbies: Yoga teacher, world traveler,
Interesting Fact: I have 6 children and 10 grandkids. I can’t swim or ride a bike.
I have recently been appointed to the Toronto health council for the city of York.
ANNA Grossi
Dental Team member since: 1996
Position: Dental Hygienist
Languages: English & Italian.
Hobbies: Cycling, hiking, reading.
Interesting Fact: “I treat people the way I would want to be treated”.
I received my associates degree in dental hygiene in Syracuse, N.Y. I am very health conscious and it is important for me to stay active. I encourage my patients to try and maintain a healthy lifestyle. Our oral health is very important and is linked to our overall health.
In this office we treat everyone as an individual with the best quality of care available. We are grateful for the present clients we treat and welcome any new clients with open arms and great pleasure.
Abby Digiandomenico
Position: Dental Hygienist
Dental team member since: 1999
Languages: English & Italian
Interesting Fact: “I enjoy being a mom to all my sons”
Welcome all patients to our office. I have recently joined the dental staff as a dental hygienist. I have previously been a dental assistant since 1999. I am a graduate from the Toronto College of Dental Hygienists. I have been working in the dental field since 1994, and enjoy my career very much. I am looking forward to meeding each and everyone of you. Feel free to ask me any questions regarding in-office whitening or any dental concerns. It would be my pleasure to share my knowledge and services to our patients. Hope to meet you soon!
ANITA Ellis
Position: Dental Hygienist
Dental Team member since: 2004
Languages: English.
Hobbies:
Interesting Fact: Originally from Los Angeles
I have over 20 years of experience as a hygienist.
RECEPTION
TINA Tumolo
Position: Receptionist / Dental Assistant
Dental Team member since: 1992
Languages: English, Italian
Hobbies: Fitness, healthy food, cooking, baking, reading.
Interesting Fact: I workout every day.
I have been working in this office since I was 19 years old. I am a dental assistant as well as a receptionist. I attended Career Canada College. I enjoy greeting and dealing with the children and elderly who come to our office. I really enjoy walking the seniors over from the St.Hilda’s Retirement Residence across the street. You can learn so much from their life experience stories which I then apply to my own life. The office feels like family to me. I enjoy working with the rest of the staff and making patient visits to our office as pleasant and as comfortable as possible.
ROSIE Grotsch
Position: Receptionist
Dental Team member since: 1993
Languages: English & Italian
Hobbies: Playing with my daughter, talking to friends, traveling.
Interesting Fact: I’m internet savvy.
I am a person who is very caring about patient needs. I like to help out in any way I can. I get along well with all my co-workers. I try very hard to assist my fellow co-workers and dentists to make sure everything in the office runs smoothly. I have one daughter, Anna-Maria, which you may see in the office from time to time.
I enjoy talking with longstanding patients and watching their families grow, develop and expand.
ANA Oliveira
Position: Receptionist
Languages: English & Portuguese
Dental team member since: 2002
Interesting Fact: I’m always smiling.
I was born in Canada but my parents are from Portugal. I love going back home to visit. I am the youngest staff member in the office. I am currently attending Seneca College and studying advertising and marketing. At our dental office the staff is friendly, professional and very organized.
DENTAL ASSISTANTS
ENTELA Bojaj
Position: Dental Assistant
Dental Team member since: 1999
Languages: English, Albanian
Hobbies: reading, writing, shopping
Interesting Fact: I like trying different hair colors.
I attended Career Canada College and became a dental assistant 9 years ago. I enjoy working at this office because it is a unique place. It is a very pleasant environment where everyone is supportive of one another. Both Dr. S. Klimitz and Dr. J. Klimitz are excellent dentists who are continually taking continuing education courses to provide their patients with the most up-to-date information and techniques. It is my pleasure to work with them and provide care to our patients.
LUCY Bogdanov
Position: Dental assistant
Dental Team member since: 2002
Languages: English, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish.
Hobbies: Swimming, shopping, reading, traveling.
Interesting Fact: I love world culture, arts and music.
I was born in Kiev, Ukraine. I have always wanted to be in a medical profession and help people. I received my masters degree and worked in a hospital as a nurse. When I came to Canada I completed a Dental Chairside Assistant course and became a dental assistant. I enjoy working as part of a team and helping to solve problems as they arise. I would like to welcome all patients to our friendly and warm office. We provide complete oral care to children and adults of all ages.
SHIRIN Oaji
Position: Dental Assistant
Years at the Office: 12 years
Languages: English & Persian.
Hobbies: I enjoy keeping fit.
Interesting Fact: I exercise regularly and have a healthy lifestyle
I have been working at this office on a part time basis for over 12 years. I find working with the staff and dealing with the patients to be an exciting and rewarding experience. I am taking continuing education courses to upgrade and keep my qualifications current.
EWA Szkolnik
Position: Assistant and receptionist for Dr. Sade
Dental Team member since: 1998
Languages: English, Polish & Ukrainian.
Hobbies: Reading, shopping, traveling.
Interesting Fact: I know how to juggle.
I was born in Poland and moved to Canada 17 years ago. I received my dental assisting diploma from Career Canada College. I have been working with Dr. Sade since 1998 and I enjoy working with him as well as with the rest of the staff in this office. Periodontics and implant dentistry are a very exciting and innovative field. We are providing patients with the newest technology and improving their oral health.
PERIODONTIST
Dr. Eric Sade
Position: Periodontist
Dental team member since: 1998
Languages: English
DENTURIST
Robert Gaspar
Position: Denturist
Dental team member since: 1997
Languages: English, Croatian
I am a George Brown College professor in denturism, and have over 35 years of experience. I specialize in precision and high quality personalized denture work such as the BPS, Ivoclar dentures. If you have any questions please contact our office and we will be happy to assist you!