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Dr. Farrah Awan is dedicated to the oral health and well-being of her patients. She is committed to providing the most cutting-edge and comprehensive care to her patients and does so by offering high quality dental care using the latest technological advancements in the field. Dr. Awan completed her Bachelor of Health Science Honours degree at McMaster University. She then went on to receive her Bachelor of Dental Surgery Honours degree at University College Cork in Ireland. She continued to advance her skills by completing a General Practice Residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto where she gained advanced training in hospital dentistry at the postdoctoral level. She worked closely with many dental specialists such as, Oral Pathologists, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, Periodontists and Endodontists. Her training focused on providing comprehensive multidisciplinary oral health care to medically compromised patients and those with special needs (both mental and physical). There was a strong emphasis on special needs dentistry and this is where Dr. Awan excelled. She currently holds a Staff position at The Mount Sinai Hospital Department of Dentistry where she continues to treat patients both in the Dental Clinic and the Operating Room. Dr. Awan firmly believes in providing the best of herself to both her profession and her local community and does so through continuing education and community involvement.

Why should patients choose you as their provider instead of others in the area?

- Thorough and comprehensive examination - Patient education- empowering patients with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions with regards to their oral health care - Patient comfort and well being - Emphasis on preventative dentistry During my hospital training, I became acutely aware that I was not only addressing the oral health needs of my patients, but also treating the patient as a whole. Collaborating with dental specialists/medical professionals, as well as the patient is the cornerstone of high quality dental care. I strive to help my patients achieve their oral health goals in a manner that is both conducive to their needs/desires and whole-body health. Empowering patients with the dental knowledge to make informed decisions with regards to their care is of utmost importance. I believe that through extensive treatment planning and patient education, along with a clear artistic vision, my patients and I can use the most advanced technology to customize treatment and create confident smiles and an overall sense of well-being.

What are the top 3 treatments that you focus on?

I enjoy all aspects of dentistry, but specifically enjoy providing emergency and comprehensive oral health-care including oral surgery, restorative dentistry (direct restorations or fillings) and addressing acute oral health problems, such as dental trauma.

What are you proud of in your practice?

Providing patient-centered care. The field of dentistry is unlike any other field of medicine in that it is heavily reliant on the patient-dentist relationship. Without a foundation of trust, the journey to establishing ideal oral health cannot be achieved. My patients know that when they are in my chair their health, happiness, and comfort is my top priority. Fostering that relationship and continuing to earn my patients trust through their referral to family and friends is the highest complement and by far my greatest achievement.

Which cases do you enjoy treating? Why?

The most enjoyable cases are those in which my patients achieve their individual oral health goals and being the first to witness their reaction- a contagious-heart-warming-bigger-than-life-smile. Having a patient express delight with their dental experience makes any case rewarding, regardless of whether it is a long or short journey.

Education & Certifications

Education
Education
Doctor of Dental Surgery
National University of Ireland
Certification
Certification
Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario
Jul 1, 2016

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  • Reviewed on October 31st, 2019  •  Verified patient
    The staff at Richmond Dental Centre are extremely friendly and informative. For my first comprehensive exam, they took me step by step as to what they were doing and why. Any and all concerns for my dental care were addressed. Also direct billing to my insurance was seamless and uncomplicated.
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  • Reviewed on September 17th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Very friendly and professional! I hadn't been to a dentist in ten years and they made me feel very welcome to start getting my dental routine back on track.
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  • Reviewed on August 1st, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Awan was very helpful and explained everything in great detail. Provided multiple options for next steps and was happy to give recommendations on all levels. Very impressed with her.
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  • Reviewed on July 23rd, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Professional, kind and knowledgable, the staffs and doctors knew what they were doing and made me well as comfortable as possible. It was a pleasant and refreshing experience. I loved how Dr Awan broke down what my x-rays meant and helped me understand the health of my mouth.
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  • Reviewed on July 18th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    I have always been nervous and scared going to the dentist. Most often is due to shame however after meeting DR Farrah Awan, I did not have those precious emotions. She was very friendly, patient and understanding. She explained everything step by step and made me feel comfortable during the entire process. I highly recommend her to anyone looking big for a excellent dentist. Everyone there were friendly and had a smile on their face. They even had a tv on the ceiling for you to watch while they examine your teeth etc
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  • Reviewed on July 16th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    The staff is very nice, responsive, and if were very helpful in processing our insurance (which would have been too complicated for me!) and were super sweet with our son for his first dental appointment.
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  • Reviewed on July 12th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    This was my first time with Dr.Awan and she was so great and put me at ease right away. I was in and out in no time and will be going back in a couple of weeks!
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  • Reviewed on July 5th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    I was very nervous and she clamed me. Gave me solutions for all the possibilities of what could happen. I could really feel a good vibe and felt like she truly wants to help people out.
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  • Reviewed on June 28th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    My first time visit at Dr. Awan's practice was nothing short of amazing. The receptionists, dental hygienist and the dentist herself were all really good. My dental hygienist, Victoria was very enthusiastic at her job, you could tell she really cares. I'll be going here moving forward.
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  • Reviewed on June 6th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Everyone in the office is extremely nice and makes your visit as comfortable as possible. Dr. Awan is very welcoming and professional and takes the time to answer any and all questions. Will definitely be going here for all my dental needs.
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  • Reviewed on May 24th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Dr. Awan is just awesome. i had exams done that i've never had done, and her explanations of why i needed work done were so helpful. The clinic was so accessible to my work which is why i chose it but i would travel far to come here! The staff was so friendly and the hygenist Melanie was so gentle and awesome i would come back for her! i've already referred a colleague, and my other family members. Thanks for the TLC And netflix too!
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  • Reviewed on May 16th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Dr Farrah was friendly and thorough. She explained everything clearly and made recommendations without being pushy. The Dental Hygienist was also very friendly and talked through everything she was doing so that I was comfortable.
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  • Reviewed on May 15th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    The first check up was incredibly thorough. I haven't done this many x-rays in one sitting before. However, after everything was completed, Dr. Farrah sat me down and went through every single image - highlighting every concern. She patiently answered all of my questions. It also doesn't hurt that she and the rest of the Richmond Dental team are so friendly and welcoming :)
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  • Reviewed on May 8th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Probably the easiest and most comfortable experience I’ve ever had at a dentist. She is relatable and caring and really great working with someone with dental anxiety. The whole staff at Richmond Dental were outstanding.
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  • Reviewed on May 2nd, 2019  •  Verified patient
    I was terrified with dentist for my entire life but Dr. awan was super sweet and professional. Nat was very gental and sweet as well while taking xrays for me.
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  • Reviewed on April 21st, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Booked my consultation and cleaning together. My consultation I was in and out quickly and Dr. Farrah was very friendly and to the point. She explained exactly what had to be done and why. I had to wait a little longer than expected for my cleaning but all the staff were super friendly and considerate.
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  • Reviewed on March 16th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    I highly recommend Dr. Farrah Awan. My first appointment was amazing and she took time to explain me every detail to make sure I was understanding every step of the treatment.
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  • Reviewed on January 23rd, 2019  •  Verified patient
    The staff were wonderful and took the time to explain every step of the process, both what they were doing and why. Dr Farrah was also wonderful - friendly and kind, and made sure I fully understood everything about my teeth and her recommendations without trying to scare me!
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  • Reviewed on January 16th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    She was super friendly and professional. Very thorough and explained in detail what needed to be done—including what was and wasn’t a priority. I feel that she was honest about my needs.
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  • Reviewed on October 26th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Both Dr. Awan and the other staff were all very engaging and clear in their explanations. They ensure patients don't have to navigate through medical lingo to understand their oral health by explaining thoroughly with many examples. The team here had the highest level of energy and customer service I've ever seen!
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  • Reviewed on October 11th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Had a 2 hour cleaning and check up with these guys, and I got to say, they were great, cordial, no wait time, and knowledgable. I am really great I found them. They also have screens on the ceilings for you to watch netflix as you get your face fixed ... that was a first! Super cool.
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  • Reviewed on September 14th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Absolutely amazing experience, the staff from reception to hygienist and dentist were incredibly kind and professional. The practice is modern with a great location and awesome amenities (Netflix!). I’ve never had a better experience and I can’t thank the staff enough. If you’re looking for a true professional, who will thuroughly explain your oral health (preventative not reactive!), than this is the place and dentist you need to see!
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  • Reviewed on August 30th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Hadn't been to a dentist in 15 years and was honestly terrified of finally making the leap of seeing a dentist after so long and being berated for not taking care of my dental health. I could not have been more wrong. The whole experience was great (I know, I sound like a lunatic saying that a dentist visit was great). Dr. Farrah Awan was amazing, detail orientated and very kind. Not once did I feel any sort of shame for not seeing a dentist in 15 years, they were just happy that I had finally make the jump to see them. Take care of your teeth people!
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  • Reviewed on July 21st, 2018  •  Verified patient
    The team at Richmond Dental were very accommodating and friendly. I'm moving in the near future, so they made sure they prioritized my appointment. Dr. Farrah also took time to walk me through the results of my checkup with clear advice on how to maintain good results.
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  • A wonderful team of dedicated professionals - thorough, professional and pleasant
    Reviewed on July 9th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    My greeting was friendly and the environment was relaxed. There was a sense of a team that is proficient at what they do yet are sensitive to the fact that dental patients are naturally apprehensive. The hygienist was most proficient and the doctor was most informative and helpful. Really feel lucky to have found this group.
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  • The experience was great.
    Reviewed on June 29th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Everything went well. Everyone was really kind and supportive. Just one suggestion that I have is that it should be clear the amount we are paying before the procedure. It's always a big question mark how much is going to cost each procedure.
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  • Excellent, friendly, professional service in a clean, modern and calming environment
    Reviewed on June 29th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    I arrived a few minutes before my appointment and everything was smooth sailing from there on out. My appointment (for a cleaning and exam) was painless, punctual, and pleasant. The office is small, but clean, quiet, and relaxing. You can barely hear the traffic/downtown noise once inside, even though they're located right on the corner of Richmond and Sherbourne. The equipment and the facilities are modern and state-of-the-art. Everyone from the front receptionist, the hygienist, the woman who took my (digital) x-rays, to Dr. Awan was very professional and friendly. Before every step in my appointment (cleaning, x-rays, exam), each person took the time to explain what they were doing and why. They have large flat screen TV's on the ceiling in each treatment room and hand you the remote control to choose whatever Netflix movie/show you want to watch beforehand. I'm not a nervous "anti-dentite" but I can imagine for people who are, this office would ease their minds completely. It's a very tranquil space surprisingly. It's also very convenient that all I had to do was provide my insurance information and it was processed right away, so that I only had to pay for my portion of the services provided (i.e. no paperwork to submit). That's really helpful considering there are still many dental offices that make the patient pay upfront for all costs first, putting the onus on the patient to submit their claim and paperwork to their insurance provider and having to wait weeks later to get reimbursed. So, all in all, a great experience. I'm happy to call this my new dental office!
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  • Very positive and experience
    Reviewed on June 19th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    Everyone at Dr Awan's office were super nice and madee feel comfortable. Dr Awan was patient to explain to me exactly what the action plan for my oral health were to be and answered any questions I had. This location even has TVs attached to the ceiling and you can watch anything on Netflix while you're laying down!
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  • Excellent
    Reviewed on May 20th, 2018  •  Verified patient
    I was feeling embarrassed because I hadn't been to the dentist in 2-3 years. The staff all put that to rest. Dr. Awan was easy, approachable and clear about recommended work. I got an extensive checkup and consultation, and hygiene all in one visit, and it was a very positive experience all around. Happy I chose them.
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  • Reviewed on December 24th, 2019  •  Verified patient
    Really great service! Would highly recommend.
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