Dr. Farhan Ahmad, Hon. B.Sc., D.D.S.
Principal Dentist
Dr. Ahmad relocated from Halifax, Nova Scotia to Toronto after high school to pursue his education at the University of Toronto. There, he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree in 2007, along with an Honours Bachelor of Science (Hon. B.Sc.) in Pharmacology and Human Biology.
In 2008, he had the privilege of completing advanced training through a hospital-based General Practice Residency (G.P.R.) at Hartford Hospital’s Dental and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Department in Hartford, Connecticut. This specialized program, offered in collaboration with the University of Connecticut’s Department of Dentistry, is a distinction held by a select group of dentists. His residency included rotations in Hartford Hospital’s Anaesthesia, Emergency Medicine, and Internal Medicine departments, further enhancing his expertise.
Beyond his formal education, Dr. Ahmad remains committed to ongoing learning, dedicating hundreds of hours to staying at the forefront of advancements in dentistry to provide his patients with the highest quality care.
Dr. Ahmad provides a comprehensive range of dental services, including:
- General Family Dentistry
- Advanced Surgical Procedures including wisdom teeth removal
- Dental implant surgery including sinus lifts and grafting.
- Oral Pathology Management
- Emergency Dental Care -Treatment for severe infections and traumatic dental or orofacial injuries.
- Sedation Dentistry – General anesthesia, moderate sedation, and nitrous oxide sedation
- Pediatric Dentistry
- Endodontic Therapy (Root Canal Treatment)
- Crown and Bridge Prostheses
- Gum Disease Treatment – Including periodontal and gum surgery
- Cosmetic Dentistry including porcelain veneers and crowns and invisalign clear aligners
- Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics
- Treatment for Sleep Apnea and Snoring
Throughout his formal training, Dr. Ahmad was actively involved in research at the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Dentistry, the Department of Chemistry, as well as The Hospital for Sick Children’s Department of Nephrology and Mount Sinai Hospital’s Fred A. Litwin Center for Cancer Genetics. His research has been published in respected journals, including Proteins, Cancer Epidemiology Biomarkers & Prevention, and the Ontario Dental Students Journal.
Passionate about providing the most advanced and comprehensive dental care in a comfortable setting, Dr. Ahmad is a licensed member of:
- The Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario (RCDSO)
- The Ontario Dental Association (ODA)
- The International College of Oral Implantologists (ICOI)
- The Academy of General Dentistry (AGD)
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Ahmad enjoys quality time with his wife and four young children, playing soccer, cycling, and engaging in outdoor activities.
A Word From the Dentist
Dear Friends,
As a dental surgeon, I deeply understand the importance of regular dental care in maintaining healthy, confident smiles. Like my patients, I also undergo many of the same procedures I provide, which has given me a unique perspective on the kind of care I value.
When shaping the vision for my practice, I realized that the dentistry I strive to offer mirrors the care I expect for myself. I hold my own dentist to high standards—seeking personalized attention, genuine concern for my comfort, and a commitment to excellence.
I appreciate a dentist who sees me as an individual rather than just a patient file, respects my preferences, and prioritizes my comfort with pain-free techniques and a calming environment. Efficiency is also important to me—I value prompt service and respect for my time. Above all, I believe in investing in quality care, ensuring precision and thoroughness in every treatment for both optimal oral health and long-lasting results.
If this level of care resonates with you, it would be my privilege to be your dentist.
Sincerely,
Farhan Ahmad, D.D.S.
Dr. Safa Rizwan, D.D.S.
Associate Dentist
Dr. Safa brings warmth, precision, and genuine compassion to every patient she sees. A graduate of McMaster University’s Bachelor of Health Sciences program and the University of Western Ontario’s Doctor of Dental Surgery program, Dr. Safa has built her career on a simple belief: that good dental care changes lives.
She has a particular gift for putting nervous patients at ease. Her calm, unhurried approach means that patients who have dreaded dental appointments for years often leave wondering why they waited so long. She takes real pride in every smile she helps create, and in the quiet confidence that comes with it.
Dr. Safa is deeply committed to ongoing learning, regularly pursuing continuing education to ensure her patients receive the most current and effective care available. She is a licensed member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Ontario Dental Association.
Outside the practice, Dr. Safa is a devoted mother of four who enjoys swimming, hiking, and quiet evenings reading with her children.
If you’re looking for a dentist who will listen carefully, explain everything clearly, and make your visit genuinely comfortable, Dr. Safa would be delighted to be your dentist.
Dr. Ahmad and Dr. Safa share the same commitment to honest, no-pressure dentistry delivered in a warm and welcoming environment. When you join Scottsdale Dental Centre, you’re not just choosing a practice, you’re choosing the people who will look after your family’s health for years to come.
We’d love to meet you.
Book an Appointment or call us at (519) 836-5110!