Scotia Dental

At Scotia Dental in Halifax, our team of dedicated dental professionals is committed to providing comprehensive dental services with a focus on preventive care. We strive to help our patients achieve optimal oral health and offer all the preventive and restorative treatments they need to maintain healthy teeth and gums for life.

Meet Our Dentists

Our team of experienced dentists is dedicated to providing the highest quality of care to our patients.

*Dr. Ahmad Hussein* is a three-time alumnus of Dalhousie University and a proud Haligonian who has lived in eight countries across four continents. He is fluent in Arabic and English and is married with two children. Dr. Hussein enjoys meeting new people and looks forward to serving all of your dental needs.

*Dr. Ebrahim Kiani* studied dentistry at the Shiraz University of Medical Science, graduating with his DDS in 2001. He also holds a Master's degree in Endodontics from the Shiraz University of Medical Science in Iran. After moving to Canada, Dr. Kiani attended the Faculty of Dentistry at Dalhousie University and graduated with distinction. He maintains close ties with Dalhousie, where he teaches Endodontics. Dr. Kiani is a recipient of several awards for academic and professional achievements in dentistry, including the American Association of Endodontics Award for exceptional skill in root canal therapy and the American Academy of Oral Medicine Award.

*Dr. Mary-Anne MacDonald* is a native Haligonian and a graduate of St. Mary's University. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Western Ontario in 2001. Mary-Anne and her husband enjoy spending quality family time with their two children. She also practices and teaches yoga in her free time.

*Dr. Sathyasai Murty* is a true Haligonian, born, raised, and educated in Halifax, Nova Scotia. She takes great pleasure in training future dentists as a Professor in the Faculty of Dentistry in the Division of Periodontology at her alma mater since 2001. She has a particular interest in periodontal treatments and dental implants. Dr. Murty continually strives to keep abreast of current evidence-based treatments in dentistry by attending extensive courses from the world-renowned Kois Center, Misch Institute, and the Dawson Center.

Services

At Scotia Dental, we offer a wide range of services to meet all of your dental needs, including:

*General Dentistry: Our team provides a variety of general dental services, including routine exams, cleanings, fillings, and extractions.

*Cosmetic Treatments: We offer a range of cosmetic treatments to improve the appearance of your smile, including teeth whitening, veneers, and bonding.

*Oral Surgery: Our oral surgery services include extractions, wisdom tooth removal, and bone grafting.

*Mouth & Night Guards: We provide custom-fitted mouth guards and night guards to protect your teeth and jaw from grinding and clenching.

*Snoring & Sleep Apnea: Our team can help diagnose and treat snoring and sleep apnea.

*Periodontics & Gum Health: We offer a range of treatments to improve the health of your gums, including scaling and root planing, and periodontal surgery.

*Myofunctional Therapy: We offer myofunctional therapy to help improve facial development and function.

*TMD Treatment: We provide treatment for temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), including splint therapy and trigger point therapy.

*Dental Sedation: We offer dental sedation options to help make your appointment more comfortable and relaxed.

*Dental Technology: We utilize the latest dental technology to provide more efficient and effective treatment, including digital x-rays, intraoral cameras, and VELScope oral cancer screening.

*Invisalign: We are a certified Invisalign provider and offer clear, removable orthodontic aligners to straighten your teeth discreetly and conveniently.