Dr. Samar Fadavi, DDS

Training and experience

Dr. Samar Fadavi completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry in 2005. Before that, she ranked first among internationally trained dentists on the National Dental Examining Board of Canada examination, with a score of 91%.

She has practised in Ontario, Quebec, and Newfoundland and Labrador, including mobile dental services for elderly and housebound patients, experience that shaped how this office was designed and how it runs.

Professional memberships

• Ontario Dental Association
• Canadian Dental Association
• Academy of General Dentistry
• American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry

How she practises

Patients describe Dr. Fadavi as gentle with freezing and attentive: she listens before she treats, explains what she sees in plain language, and does not rush. She has a particular commitment to geriatric dentistry and to helping nervous patients receive the care they need while feeling safe. With younger patients she makes a point of connecting through their interests, so the visit is about them and not just their teeth.

In her own words

“I believe I was meant to be a dentist. As a child I used to scrape a little drywall from behind the boxes in our storage room and pack it into my doll’s mouth, pretending to fill a cavity. When I got older, it was clear what I would do with my life.”

“Before putting down roots in Toronto, my family followed postgraduate and work opportunities across Canada. In Kingston, where my son was born, I had my first Canadian dental experience as a dental assistant, and I travelled each day to a dental practice in nearby Napanee. That is where I learned that organization, leadership and hard work are part of good patient care.”

“After graduating from the University of Toronto in 2005, I practised for several years in Newfoundland and Labrador and then in Montreal, where I treated patients while taking intensive French courses. I also took sign language courses at St. Lawrence College in Kingston, so I can communicate with patients who are Deaf or hard of hearing.”

“Before opening Dental Care For You, I worked in mobile dental services, bringing self-contained dental units to the homes of elderly, housebound and emergency patients. When I came to Canada I had to leave behind family members who were ageing, and I could not be there for them. Caring for seniors is my way of giving back. Everyone, those who come to me and those I go to, deserves access to good dental care, and that remains a strong part of this practice.”

“My son’s love of hockey and basketball has helped me in the chair, too. Talking with younger patients about their favourite teams often puts them at ease.”

Languages

Care is provided in English, French, Farsi and American Sign Language.

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