Welcome to Centre Dentaire Jardins Dorval

Dr. Howard Libenson, graduated from McGill University with a Bachelor of Science degree with honours in 1980 and completed his Doctorate in Dental Surgery in 1984.

During his dental studies, he was awarded the J. W. McConnell Award in recognition of his outstanding academic achievement. Dr. Libenson is a member of the Ordre des Dentistes du Quebec, the Quebec Dental Association, and the Mont Royal Alpha Omega Society. He has been practising dentistry for more than 35 years. Since 2006, he has been involved as a clinical instructor at the MUHC dental clinic located at the Montréal General Hospital. He derives great pleasure from mentoring the young dentists at the hospital.

Dr. Libenson was the founding dentist of the Centre Dentaire Jardins Dorval and has been practising full-time at the centre since 1985. His goal, from the outset, was to develop a dental centre that provides patients of all ages with a full complement of dental services. The centre has always offered flexible hours to provide more opportunities for patients to seek the care they need. His successful experience at the Dorval location was instrumental in developing two similar dental centres in the Montreal area.

As a general dentist, Dr. Libenson performs all aspects of dental care, including prosthetics, cosmetic dental services and general dentistry. Dr. Libenson is proud to have grown by personal referrals and to be surrounded by dedicated staff, assistants, hygienists, and dentists.

Dr. Tom Neuman has been practising dentistry in Dorval for 35 years. He graduated from McGill University with distinction in 1979, completing a Biochemistry degree, followed by his dental degree in 1983, and a one-year residency program at the Jewish General Hospital. He then started what he refers to as his real education:

“As a general practitioner, I have been lucky enough to treat a wide variety of children and adults over the years and enjoy the challenge of making their experience in the office as positive as possible. My approach and philosophy of treatment is a conservative one. I like people, which is why I don’t want to hurt them. For kids, and adults as well, I offer treatment with Nitrous Oxide sedation otherwise known as “Laughing Gas” or those who may feel the need for an additional level of anxiety relief. I am very proud of the group of professionals we have in our office from our front staff, assistants, hygienists, specialists, dental associates and partners who serve our patients. It is a privilege to be a part of this team.”-Dr. Neuman

Dr. Len Baskin has been practising dentistry at Centre Dentaire Jardins Dorval since 1988. He attended undergraduate school at McGill University, graduating with great distinction in Physiology. Continuing at McGill, he completed dental school and was the recipient of the Dr. J. K. Carver Award. He then completed a one-year general practice residency at the Jewish General Hospital.

He is a member of the Ordre des dentistes du Québec, the Association des chirurgiens dentistes du Québec and AO-MRDS dental organization.

For more than 30 years, Dr. Baskin has enjoyed working in this multidisciplinary practice with like-minded dentists and a great group of specialists, hygienists, assistants and office staff. His goal has always been to create a welcoming environment for his patients, helping each of them feel as comfortable as possible while providing complete general dental services.

When not at work, Dr. Baskin enjoys family time with his wife, daughter and son. Besides his passion for dentistry, he also enjoys travelling, music and photography (his photos are displayed throughout the office).

Dr. Hilal Sirhan is a 1993 graduate with Dean's honours from McGill University’s Faculty of Dentistry. Following this he completed the General Practice Residency at the Royal Victoria Hospital in Montreal. During his 25 years in private practice, academia and community service, Dr. Sirhan meticulously addresses the patient’s needs with the utmost care. Academic and Administrative positions:

Chief of the Dentistry Department of the Cree Board of Health and Social Services of James Bay (1998-2002)

Assistant Professor and a Director of McGill University GPR Residency program (2002-2015)

Site Director of the Royal Victoria Hospital Department of Dentistry (2002-2014)

Interim Director and Chief of the Department of Dentists and Oral And Maxillo-facial Surgery (2014-2015) McGill University Health Centre

Presently Clinical Supervisor Attending Staff at the Montreal General Hospital (MUHC) GPR program

Of all the many facets of dentistry Dr. Sirhan enjoys providing for his patients, treatment using dental implants. He also guides dentists during implant surgery and restoration as a clinical instructor of The Institute of Dental Education (T.I.D.E.) and devotes considerable time toward continuing dental education.

Dr Sirhan is a long-standing member of the Quebec Dental Surgeons Association. Dr. Sirhan has repeatedly served as a surveyor/evaluator on the Examen et Agrement Dentaire of the Ordre des Dentistes du Québec and the Commission on Dental Accreditation of Canada. He is an examiner on the National Dental Exam Board of Canada which administers licensors exams to graduating dentists and was the Chief Dental Officer for Team Canada Junior International Ice Hockey League (2013-2016).

“There is no greater sense than having purpose,” says Dr Sirhan. “Whether treating those in need or teaching members of the dental community, it is a reward in itself. How fitting that a dentist’s ultimate goal is a healthy smile; both literally, and as a display of someone’s happiness.”

Dr. Sirhan has been recognized for his leadership and commitment to the dental community. As a result, he has been recently honoured by his peers and inducted as a Fellow into the American College of Dentistry (2016) and the Pierre Fauchard Academy (2019). Dr. Sirhan enjoys jogging and beach volleyball, but mostly sharing precious moments with his wife of 21 years and their four children.

Melissa Villafranca is a dentist who has been serving the Montreal community since 2002. She obtained her DMD from McGill University. She continued her training with a general practice residency at the Montreal General Hospital where she gained experience treating the medically compromised population and dental trauma.

After some time in private practice, she returned to her Alma Mater to serve as site director/assistant professor for the MUHC adult – General Practice residency program for almost 10 years.

She continues to mentor young dental students and dentists at McGill University. Dr. Villafranca joined the team in 2013. Here, she offers her patients of all ages treatment that includes: prevention, emergency and trauma, oral cancer screening, restorative dental care, including crown and bridges, Invisalign, root canal therapy, oral surgery, and management of gum health.

“Prevention and education are key philosophies for me when it comes to treating my patients. Healthy smiles make happy people!”

Dr. Geoffrey Tsai obtained his DMD degree in 2012, from the University of Montreal, followed by a general residency program at the Montreal General Hospital. He has had the chance to work with multiple specialists in all fields of dentistry to enhance his knowledge. Dr. Tsai is a member of the Ordre des Dentistes du Québec and Association des Chirurgiens Dentistes du Québec.

In 2013, Dr. Tsai joined the team. His practice philosophy is to provide care for his patients corresponding to their needs and expectations. He prides himself on his attention to detail and personal approach and will take the time to determine the appropriate treatment plan for each of his patients.

In his personal life, Dr. Tsai is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching the biggest sporting events of the year. He spends most of his free time with his wife and two beautiful children.

Dr. Steven Krychman has been practicing in the field of dentistry for more than 25 years, specializing in periodontal therapy.

In addition to maintaining a full-time private practice, Dr Krychman has taught at McGill University and is the former director of the periodontal department at the Jewish General Hospital.

Dr. Steven Krychman holds a doctorate in dental surgery from McGill University and a certificate specializing in periodontics and dental implants from Tufts University in Boston. He is also a member of the Association des Parodontistes du Québec and The Canadian and American Association of Periodontics. Always keen to keep his knowledge current, Dr Krychman stays abreast of new developments related to the treatment options he offers his patients.

Outside the office, Dr Krychman is involved in fund-raising for the Montreal Association for the Blind and The Mackay Center. His other interests include golf, basketball and skiing.

Dr. Stanley Ruckenstein graduated from the Mcgill Dental School in 1980. After a residency year at the Montreal General Hospital, he enjoyed 33 years in his own private dental practice before joining the team in 2016. He also shares his time as a clinical supervisor at the McGill Dental School, guiding third and fourth year students.

His calm and caring approach is much appreciated by his patients and students. When not practicing dentistry, he enjoys swimming, travelling, learning new skills, and especially maintaining the bee-hives he keeps in his garden.

Dr. Chahine obtained her DMD (2001) and M.Sc. in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery (2007) at McGill University. She completed a fellowship in craniofacial surgery at Charleston Area Medical Center, in West Virginia (2008). Subsequently, she was appointed Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Boston University-Boston Medical Center before moving back to Montreal in 2010.

Along with being a valued member of our team performing surgical procedures, Dr. Carol Chahine is a part-time faculty member at McGill University and is also on staff at the Jewish General Hospital and the Montreal Children’s Hospital. She is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC) and a member of the International Team for Implantology (ITI).