One Team for Everything You Need
Getting complete dental care used to mean seeing multiple different dentists and specialists, and multiple visits to offices all over town (or even outside of Brantford!). Good luck trying to keep all the appointments and treatment plans and costs straight!
If you have a family with a wide range of dental needs from baby teeth and braces, to implants and dentures, things can be even more complicated. Add on top of that trying to fit dental care into a busy family schedule and it’s easy to worry about whether you are making the right decisions for your loved ones.
That’s why our dentists and in-house specialists are committed to making things easy for you and your family. We have everything you need. All under one roof.
Our Dentists
Dr. Lee Ferrao
DentistDr. Leandro (Lee) Ferrao started his Bachelor of Science at the The University of Toronto and completed his degree at Laurentian University in 1989. Dr. Ferrao then completed the Dental Program at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio. After graduation in 1993, he worked in a General Practice Residency (GPR) at St. Luke’s Hospital also in Cleveland. Dr. Ferrao worked one year in Sudbury, Ontario prior to starting work in Brantford in 1995. Dr. Ferrao attends various seminars and courses and he has expanded his general dentistry practice to provide services in cosmetics, surgery and implants. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry and is happy to provide services for the community as well as internationally on annual dental mission trips.
Dr. Ferrao resides in Brantford with his wife, Melissa, and his two children, Gabriella and Julian. He is very active in his children’s school and enjoys music, sports and motorcycles.
Dr. Ameet Sachania
DentistDr. Ameet Sachania was born in Etobicoke, Ontario and attended the University of Toronto for his undergraduate degree in Advanced Biochemistry. He was accepted to the University of Toronto’s Faculty of Dentistry where he served on his class council, graduating in 2006. He started working at West Street Dental in 2010 and later became managing partner when the business moved to its current location at Clarence Street.
Dr. Sachania is very passionate about helping his patients with pain and focuses much of his learning on areas of dentistry that can be difficult to manage, including root canals and TMJ. He is currently engaged in advanced endodontic studies and is in pursuit of a fellowship to the American Academy of Craniofacial Pain. He currently holds an active certificate with Heart & Stoke to deliver Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and is part of the sedation and anesthesia team at Clarence Street Dental Group. He holds memberships with American Academy of Craniofacial Pain, Canadian Academy of Clinical Sleep Disorders, George Hare Endodontic Study Club, Cerec Doctors Mentor, Spear Education, and Ontario Dental Association.
Dr. Sachania lives in Brantford with his wife, Darshana, who is a lawyer for the city, and his two children, Dillan and Lara. His passions include food, travel, sports, and the arts. As most of his family lives in London UK, Dr. Sachania frequently travels to Europe. Being British is a big part of the family culture and one day he hopes to retire in London close to his family.
Dr. Lisa Gravett
DentistDr. Lisa Gravett was born and raised in Brantford, and currently resides in Brantford with her husband, Geoff, and her three children. Being a part of the community is very important to her, as she loves interacting and helping the people who work and live here. Over her many years as a doctor, she has forged strong relationships with her patients and their families, and appreciates that she is a part of their lives.
Dr. Gravett completed a three-year Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Guelph, where she concentrated her studies on biology, chemistry, and math. She was then accepted into the dentistry program at the University of Western Ontario, in London, Ontario, where she graduated with her Doctor of Dental Surgery in June of 2001. Dr. Gravett enjoys all aspects of dentistry and the variety of procedures she does every day. She says, “No two days are the same; each day brings new challenges”.
With three children and a husband, things are never dull at the Gravett house. When they’re not at an outdoor field or gymnasium, her family spends time playing board games or spending time outside together. Dr. Gravett loves volunteering at schools to help children learn to read or tackle that tough math problem. As she is with her patients, she is always ready and willing to help her community.
Dr. Adam Tudo
DentistDr. Adam Tudo obtained his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology from the University of Western Ontario before graduating from the University of Toronto as a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2004. Originally from Hamilton, Dr. Tudo moved to Brantford shortly after graduation and practiced dentistry in town until 2009. He is delighted to be back in Brantford, serving the community in which he now calls home. Adam developed a strong interest in art and dentistry at a very early age and feels he is living his dream of being able to use his skills to help patients achieve their optimal oral health. Combining his love for what he does and his compassionate nature, Dr. Tudo is deeply committed to offering patients quality dental care while striving to put even the most anxious patients at ease.
Adam’s favourite pastime is spending time with his wife Lisa and daughters Lana and Tylar.
Dr. Deepika Khanna
DentistDr. Deepika Khanna completed her Hon. B. Sc. Degree from the University of Toronto. She attended Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine to earn her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. Dr. Khanna is a member of the American Dental Association, Ontario Dental Association, and the George Hare Endodontic (Root Canal) Study club.
Dr. Khanna believes that since dentistry is always evolving with new techniques and new materials, one must stay abreast of all the latest advancements and technologies. She is dedicated to post education and attends many courses and study clubs. Dr. Khanna has a very kind and caring personality and is able to put even the most anxious patients at ease. She has a gentle touch and a compassion that endears her to her patients. She takes pride in her work and in customizing treatments for her patient’s individual dental needs.
When she is not in the office, Dr. Khanna enjoys a wide range of activities, such as going on outdoor adventures like hiking and kayaking; she has even gone skydiving and has just recently walked the CN Tower Edgewalk! She also practices yoga, enjoys trying new foods and traveling, and takes part in many community events. Dr. Khanna is fluent in Urdu, Hindi & Punjabi.
Dr. Albert Tan
DentistDr. Albert Tan was raised in Sudbury, Ontario. When he was 7 years old, he suffered an unfortunate accident in which he was hit by a car while riding a bicycle. This led him to break his jaw and lose several upper teeth. In the ensuing years, he formed a strong connection and bond with his family dentist, Dr. Hebert, as well as his orthodontist, Dr. Hebert’s son. Years later, Dr. Tan strives to impact and connect with his patients just as his childhood caretakers did.
Dr. Tan graduated from the University of Toronto for both his Bachelor Science and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees. During his schooling Dr. Tan found himself enjoying the fulfillment that mentorship and teaching brought, in which he mentored both undergraduate and dental students. He also returned to northern Ontario during his schooling to perform hospital dentistry at Weeneebayko General Hospital in Moosonee.
Though Dr. Tan enjoys all aspects of clinical dentistry, he most of all enjoys breaking stereotypes when it comes to dental care, helping patients understand that visits to the dentist do not have to be unpleasant, painful or anxiety-inducing. He says it is the greatest pleasure and compliment when patients enjoy their time at the dentist, overcome their fears, and even manage to have a little fun.
In his spare time, Dr. Tan enjoys playing guitar, staying fit, spoiling his two nieces Emily & Allison, travelling and investing time in self-development and spirituality practices such as meditation. Dr. Tan also teaches at The University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry once a week where he hopes his love of teaching can help new generations of dental care providers become the best they can be.
Dr. Kenny Wu
DentistDr. Kenny Wu was raised in Mississauga but currently resides in Ancaster. He completed his Bachelor of Science Degree at the University of Waterloo studying Biology and later graduated with Honours from The University of Toronto for Doctor of Dental Surgery. He served on the Class Council as the Dental Student Society Representative, is certified by the National Dental Examining Board of Canada, and is licensed by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario. After graduating in 2019 Dr. Wu worked at a dental office in Guelph before making the switch to Clarence Street Dental.
Dr. Wu loves dentistry because it is the perfect mixture of science and creativity, as it combines healthcare and artistry into one field. He says he loves working with his hands as it allows him to practise becoming a master of his craft. He enjoys helping his more hesitant patients overcome their fear of dentistry and being able to return his patients’ smiles back to normal.
In his free time, Dr. Wu enjoys cooking and trying new foods, and even completed a culinary course at George Brown College. He watches all the latest movies and enjoys photography, travelling, hiking and playing golf.
Our Specialists
Dr. Andy Wong
Oral SurgeonDr. Wong began his studies at the University of Toronto where he received his DDS in 1995. He then attended the University of Rochester for his General Practice Residency and for his Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery training. He is currently a clinical demonstrator at the University of Toronto-Faculty of Dentistry. He is on staff at the Trillium Health Centre in Mississauga along with his private practice in Mississauga. Dr. Wong performs a wide range of surgical procedures. This includes Dental Extractions including Wisdom Teeth, Outpatient anesthesia (Intravenous sedation), Dental bone grafting and soft tissue grafting procedures, Pre-prosthetic Surgery, Oral Pathology Assessment and Treatment, Tissue Biopsies, Mandibular Fractures, TMJ – Temporomandibular Joint & Orofacial pain.
In his spare time, Dr. Wong enjoys golfing and travelling.
Dr. Ron Ho
Oral SurgeonDr. Ron Ho obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Toronto. Upon graduation, he pursued his specialty training at St. Joseph’s Regional Medical Center in Paterson, New Jersey and New York Medical College to become an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon. During his training, he also operated with a craniofacial plastic surgeon to treat children and adolescents with clefts and other craniofacial anomalies. He is a fellow of Royal College of Dentists of Canada and he is also a diplomate of American Board of Oral Maxillofacial Surgery. Currently, he serves as a courtesy staff at the Trillium Health Partners (Credit Valley Hospital, Mississauga Hospital and Queensway Health Centre). He is an active member of numerous regional, provincial and national associations. His clinical interests include dentoalveolar surgery (wisdom teeth extractions, impacted canines), bone grafting, dental implants, orthognathic surgery and treating anxious patients requiring sedation.
Besides English, he speaks fluent Cantonese and Mandarin. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter as well as rooting for the Raptors.
Dr. Diogo Guerreiro
EndodontistDr. Diogo Guerreiro graduated from Instituto Superior de Ciências da Saúde-Sul, Portugal in 2001. He obtained a Diploma in Endodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Valência, Spain in 2002 and completed his training in Endodontics at the University of Santiago de Compostela where he completed a Masters’s degree program in 2007. From 2007 to 2016 he owned a private practice dedicated to microscopic endodontics in Portugal and served as an assistant professor at the specialty program in endodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry – University of Lisbon.
In 2016 Dr. Guerreiro moved to the USA where he completed a 3 year MSc in the endodontics program at the University of Michigan and received The Philip W Cohen Memorial Scholarship, an award given to the graduate endodontic resident who most demonstrates dedication to endodontics and commitment to professional excellence.
He is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and licensed as an endodontic specialist by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Dental Association. Dr. Guerreiro is also the author of several articles in endodontic journals and books, he is a reviewer of the International Endodontics Journal and has been lecturing and given hands-on courses in endodontics worldwide.
He currently resides in Hamilton with his wife and two sons and enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing guitar, scuba diving and fishing.
Dr. Ali Namazie
AnesthesiologistDr. Ali Namazie obtained his Honours Bachelor of Science at the University of Toronto and his Medical Degree at the University of Western Ontario, prior to specializing in anesthesiology at the University of Ottawa. He has been a resident of Brantford since 2010, and in addition to working at Clarence Street Dental, he currently works at the Brantford General Hospital where he provides anesthetic care to a wide variety of patients. His duties while at the Brantford General Hospital have included being chief of the Department of Anesthesia and developing a protocol for pediatric patients having tonsillectomies and adenoidectomies. He particularly enjoys regional anesthesia and the ability to remove pain through the use of targeted nerve blocks.Dr. Namazie’s passion for anesthesia lies in its ability to calm a patient during a stressful time in their lives, the opportunity to remove pain, and the skill to deal with medical emergencies if and when they arise.
Dr. Monika Srivastava
Pediatric SpecialistDr. Monika Srivastava, better known as “Dr. Monika” is originally from Toronto, Canada and received her undergraduate training at University of Toronto where she graduated with honours. She moved to Boston, MA, to pursue her doctorate in Dental Medicine at Boston University, and completed the Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency program at Columbia University in New York City. After working in a private practice as a general dentist, Dr. Monika decided to pursue her passion for pediatric smiles and was accepted to St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children pediatric residency program. She specializes in treating children who have a wide range of medical and dental treatment needs. Dr. Monika is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and an active member within the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
In her spare time, Dr. Monika enjoys spending time with her husband and their two young children, traveling, yoga, reading, and eating her way through the fabulous food scenes wherever she goes.
Dr. Mark Pus
OrthodontistVery few individuals have the opportunity to have their dream job. Dr. Mark Pus, our orthodontist, is one of those privileged few. He says orthodontics is both an art and a science – it involves both right and left brain activity. Orthodontics appeals to both mechanical and creative instincts, which is always a new challenge. He loves that orthodontics is about what people want rather than what they need, which puts them at the top of the gratification scale when they have completed their treatment. Dr. Mark loves seeing the smiles at the end of treatment as it lets him know that his patients are happy and confident with their smiles.
Dr. Mark Pus (BSc, DDS, MCID) attended the University of Western and is a certified specialist in orthodontics. He served as orthodontic examiner with the Royal College of Dentists and is currently an orthodontic instructor at the University of Toronto and Western University. The remainder of his time is spent at Clarence Street Dental as the team’s orthodontist, where he offers convenient early morning, late evening, and weekend appointments.
Dr. Mark is married with two grown children and three grandchildren. His other passion is golf, which is a work in progress!
Mr. Carmelo Cino
DenturistOur denturist, Carm, has a passion for restoring his patients’ smiles. He loves when he sees the new-found confidence every patient has after completing treatment. He studied Dental Technology and Denturism at George Brown College in Toronto and now focuses on prosthodontics (dentures and implants). He is BPS certified, “All-On-4” certified, and utilizes the lingualized occlusion concept. Carm continues to expand his knowledge and enhances his career through continuing education courses.
When he is not working, Carm enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He frequents amusement and water parks, and especially loves the thrill of rollercoasters!