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About

Hi! I am Dr. Whitaker, and I look forward to welcoming you to Pil Son Dental Group. First, I would like to introduce myself. I am originally from Dublin, Ireland and recently moved to Toronto with my Canadian husband. Since completing my training in Dentistry, I have worked as a family dentist in Ireland. I have experience in all aspects of general dentistry and my primary goal is patient education and prevention of disease. Prior to studying Dentistry, I completed a PhD in Psychology. My background has allowed me to develop a gentle approach to dentistry, as well as an appreciation for creating a positive dental experience with each patient. I aim to provide a calm and relaxed environment. Especially when working with children and nervous patients. I value the relationship with my patients and promoting oral health above all else. Outside of my work, I enjoy yoga, watching documentaries, travelling, cooking and getting to know the city.

What are you proud of in your practice?

Because of my background in Psychology, I find myself in a unique position to develop a new approach to dentistry. I am very much aware that some patients can find going to the dentist uncomfortable, even though technology in the last couple of years has made great leaps forward to reduce this. That is why I invest a lot of time in building a relationship with my patients. Being able to understand and get to know them, to a point where they come into the office smiling, is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job.

Education & Certifications

Education
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery
University College Cork
Certification
Certification
Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario
Sep 1, 2016

Most Helpful Reviews
(31)

  • Dr. Whitaker was refreshingly thorough and transparent.
    Reviewed on April 29th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Certainly my most positive dental experience as of yet. All staff members were top notch - genuinely friendly and welcoming. Professional, efficient, timely, and the communication on all fronts with each member on the team was delivered clearly, informatively, and in a relaxed manner that was appreciated. There was warmth in the delivery of all facets, and Dr. Whitaker’s knowledge and confidence, and, again, how transparent and natural she was in the delivery of everything I needed to know about my teeth made the experience...perfect. I’ve never been amped to return to the dentist. I can’t wait to follow up with the ladies in 6 mos. Thanks all!
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  • Extraordinary Dental team!
    Reviewed on December 12th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    My hygienist was personable and knowledgeable and provided a great cleaning. Dr. Whitaker took an extraordinary amount of time to show me my problem areas and provide suggestions for improvement. She cared about me as a person and as a patient. Definitely recommend!
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  • It was fantastic!
    Reviewed on December 11th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Everyone was very nice and explained in detail exactly what was happening and made sure that I understood everything about my own dental hygiene. Dr. Whitaker also spent time with me to go over all of the X-rays and digital photos to explain what was in them and what I could do at home to help keep my teeth strong.
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  • Staff are passionate about what they do and very thorough
    Reviewed on December 8th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    My check up was very thorough, from the cleaning, to the x-rays, to the examination of what my teeth look like and could be going. I liked that they took photos of my teeth the way they look to me in the mirror so they can point out things the way that I understand them. It's also a great way to document how my teeth are changing.
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  • Quite honestly the best dental experience I’ve ever had.
    Reviewed on November 4th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    I’m generally pretty anxious about going to the dentist, but they listened to my concerns and took amazing care of me. It was actually kind of a fun time which is something I swore I’d never say! 🤗
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  • Smooth
    Reviewed on October 31st, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Friendly, and overall a good experience. A bit discomforting when the xrays were being done because the certain machine used required me to insert a piece into my mouth that looked impossible. I have a high tolerance when it comes to pain, but maybe it had to do with the staff who was using it on me; I felt like the piece was cutting my mouth.
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  • Dr. Whitaker is warm, transparent, and straightforward – I felt at unusually at ease for a dental appointment!
    Reviewed on October 25th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    I knew I needed to get a filling done, which prompted me to look for dentists in the city. As someone new to Toronto, I was super daunted by the process! Communicating with Dr. Whitaker's office was such a pleasure - they are speedy at responding over email and extremely accommodating. Her staff were all really diligent and kind, and Dr. Whitaker was awesome at letting me know what was happening throughout the procedure.
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  • Added value!
    Reviewed on October 24th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Amazing. She took the time to explain everything, so knowledgeable and the best part she gave me information about my teeth no one else had! She really went over and above
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  • Great and personalized appointment!
    Reviewed on October 19th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    I really appreciated the detail that Dr. Whitaker went into. While it was informative and practical, I also felt as though it was personable and friendly. Hard to strike that balance. I was able to ask questions while looking at my xrays and photos and talk through techniques and options. All the staff were friendly and great to work with. Location is fabulous. Happy I found my new dentist.
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  • The staff was very friendly and made me feel comfortable through the dental cleaning and exams
    Reviewed on October 12th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    The hygienist, office manager, and x-ray technician along with Dr. Whitaker were all very friendly and approachable. Dr. Whitaker was very nice and gave me a detailed examination and explanation of the condition of my teeth. Thanks very much!
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  • Very thorough and very welcoming!
    Reviewed on October 11th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    My first visit was great! Cleaning was very thorough, and as someone who isn't particularly fond of dental work, I can say that I was totally comfortable and at ease the entire time! Dr. Whitaker is amazing - so detail oriented and took a fair bit of time to review the results of my dental check up!
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  • Great appointment, knowledge and honesy dentist
    Reviewed on September 19th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Even though I didn't have the appointment with Dr. Whitaker, her colleague was very professional, caring, explained all of the examination results in good detail. I appreciated his honesty and he wasn't sales-y as some dentists tend to be.
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  • Dr Whitaker took care
    Reviewed on June 26th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    She explained everything in detail and showed concern for my dental health. I am very satisfied with the services received (cleaning, x-ray and exam) and would recommend her without hesitation. The other staff members were also professional and nice. Going to the dentist is never a fun experience and they made me as comfortable as can be.
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  • Reviewed on January 13th, 2020  •  Verified patient
    Great office downtown with the nicest people!
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  • Pleasant
    Reviewed on April 18th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Everyone was so lovely. Easy!
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  • My appointment with Dr. Whitaker was fantastic!
    Reviewed on April 11th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Aisling Whitaker is very friendly and professional! She's also extremely knowledgeable and patient. The staff at the Pil Son Dental Centre is absolutely fantastic!
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  • Excellent.
    Reviewed on February 21st, 2018  •  Verified patient
    The staff were all very friendly and attentive. They described everything they were doing as they were doing it. And me feel very comfortable and looked after.
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  • Great! Easily the best dentist experience I have ever had!
    Reviewed on November 12th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Aisling is a fountain of dental knowledge. She is very informative and nice. Highly recommend her and her colleagues.
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  • quick and pleasant
    Reviewed on November 1st, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Whitaker took care of my problem in 20 minutes and was careful and gentle. she is passionnate about teeth!
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  • Amazing
    Reviewed on October 17th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    I was very nervous and they made me completely at ease. Definitely going back for future appointments
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  • Very friendly, comfortable experience
    Reviewed on September 19th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    The office was really beautiful and the staff were so friendly. My first visit in a long time and they made it a pleasure to be there.
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  • Very thorough and great bedside manner.
    Reviewed on September 11th, 2017  •  Verified patient
    Went for a cleaning, did a full suite of xrays. Discovered a small cavity and Dr. Whitaker filled it right there. Great experience!
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