Our Team

Count on a Warm Welcome

We will always treat you – and each other- the way we would like to be treated. Our staff will greet you warmly, act professionally, and provide you with the level of service we would want for ourselves and our families. You can feel confident we have your best interests at heart.

Enjoy Modern and Innovative Dentistry

Bloor West Dental Group is proud to offer cutting-edge Digital Dentistry. Our dental team uses modern, computer-assisted devices and techniques to perform procedures quickly and with great precision. Your health and comfort are important to us. Advanced technology allows us to perform most procedures with very little discomfort and with a quick recovery time.

No-Pressure Dentistry, We Aim to Educate

The last say is always yours. At our practice, we will always listen and encourage you to ask questions and share your concerns. Taking your priorities into account, we will carefully explain all of your options. While we offer a professional recommendation, the final call is yours. Never feel pressured to accept a procedure that makes you feel nervous or uncomfortable. Feel confident that you can make an informed decision on your own behalf.

Meet our Dentists

Dr. Carolyn PoonWoo

Dr. Carolyn PoonWoo graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 1981 and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 1985 from the University of Toronto. She then completed a one-year residency at Sick Children’s Hospital in Toronto.

Dr. Jaclyn Chin

Dr. Jaclyn Chin graduated with a Bachelors in Science from the University of Western Ontario in 2005 and completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Toronto in 2009. She then completed a one-year Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency at the University of Michigan, with a focus in Computer Assisted Design – Computer Assisted Manufacture dentistry (CAD-CAM).

Dr. David Ho

Dr. David Ho completed his Bachelor of Science undergraduate degree at The University of Western Ontario. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Toronto in 2009. After graduation, he completed a one-year General Practice Residency at Vancouver General Hospital and the University of British Columbia. There, he gained additional training in all areas of dentistry, including wisdom teeth extractions, single-agent IV sedation, and treatment of medically complex patients. He is also a certified Invisalign provider.

Dr. Flavio Turchet

Dr. Flavio Turchet graduated from the University of Toronto in 1978. Upon graduation, he completed a residency program at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto. On a humanitarian trip to Haiti, he also provided dentistry to the underserved and subsequently raised funds and equipment for other trips. He did the same for residents of the Attawapiskat First Nation, located on James Bay in Northern Ontario.

Dr. Rebecca Cobb

Dr. Rebecca Cobb completed her Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMSc) and a Master of Science in Neuroscience (MSc) degrees at the University of Western Ontario. She then went on to receive her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Toronto, graduating with Honours. Following graduation, Dr. Cobb began her career in Victoria, British Columbia where she developed the foundation to ensure that her patients receive the highest standard of care. Dr. Cobb has recently returned home to be closer to family and looks forward to building trusting relationships with her patients and providing comprehensive dental care in a warm and relaxing environment.

Dr. Kara Gollan

Dr. Gollan graduated in Anatomy and Cell Biology at McGill University and completed her doctor of dental surgery at the University of Western Ontario in 2003. The following year, she completed a residency at the Hospital for Sick Children and Bloorview Macmillan Centre.

Dr. Mary Faheim

Dr. Mary Faheim, known to her patients as Dr. Mary, completed her undergraduate degree at McMaster University and went on to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at the University of Toronto.

Dr. Rajeev Jetly

Dr. Rajeev Jetly completed his Bachelor of Science degree at McMaster University. He then attended the University of Toronto and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. Dentistry is a family passion as both his father and sister are dentists. This passion has led to Dr. Jetly’s commitment towards achieving exceptional and compassionate patient care.

Dr. Surdeep Swani

Dr. Surdeep Swani has been an active member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Ontario Dental Association since 2015.

Dr. Surdeep truly believes that good dental care begins with prevention and education! Dr. Surdeep takes pride in helping initially apprehensive patients to become comfortable in the dental chair.

Meet our Specialists

Dr. Mario Rotella

Dr. Mario Rotella is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (F.R.C.D.(C)), a certified specialist in Prosthodontics. Dr. Rotella focuses his practice concentrating on the treatment of complex cases of aesthetic and functional rehabilitation on natural dentition and implants, with emphasis on veneers, crowns, bridges, and dentures. Dr. Rotella’s practice encompasses the traditional prosthetic procedures and the most innovative ones, with a particular focus on the minimally invasive prosthetic procedures for the application of veneers, partial restorations, and all-ceramics crowns and bridges.

Dr. Claire Leewing

Dr. Claire Leewing was born and raised in Toronto, Canada, attending the University of Toronto while also competing on the Women’s Varsity Volleyball team, earning a bachelor’s in physical health and education with High Honours as well as an Academic All-Canadian Athlete award.

Dr. Leewing graduated from the University of Southern California with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. There, Dr. Leewing enjoyed volunteering through USC Mobile Clinic and Ayuda International to provide free dental care to underserved adults and children across Los Angeles,and also received recognition for her academic and leadership achievements.

Dr. Shakti Singh

Dr. Shakti Singh finished his residency in Orthodontics at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Toronto, and in 2015 became a licensed Orthodontic Specialist in Ontario. As a young dental student, Dr. Singh was always fascinated by the “magic” done by orthodontists and their ability to move teeth and the huge psychosocial impact it created in patients’ lives. Dr. Singh knew early in his dental career that he could make a positive impact on patients’ lives by practicing Orthodontics.

Dr. Shereif Zareif Tawfik

Dr. Shereif Zareif Tawfik received his bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery (BDS.) and AEGD training from MSA University in Cairo, Egypt graduating Magna Cum Laude and subsequently accepted a faculty position in the department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Alongside his academic affiliation, Dr. Shereif Zareif Tawfik also maintained a full-time position in The Periodontal Prosthesis Clinic with his father, Dr. Yousri Z. Said (CAGS, MSc. DSc.) for three years.