Read about our team of Ottawa dentists, hygienists and assistants below. Our staff is well trained and can provide you with an excellent degree of oral healthcare, as well as fully bilingual service in many cases. They are always friendly, and always ready to help you smile.
Get to know them below!
Dr. Sheema SamarraeDoctor of Dental Surgery |
Dr. Sheema Samarrae, DDS
Dr. Samarrae is a true woman of the world. She was born in Scotland, moved to Baghdad when she was one year old, where she dreamed of one day becoming a dentist. In 1998 she graduated from the University of Baghdad with a BDS degree, those dreams became a reality, and spent time working at the American University in Dubai before finally coming to Canada to pursue dentistry.
After graduating from the University of Western Ontario with a Doctor of Dental Surgery, she began working as an associate in Ottawa. And the rest is history.
She is a member of the Canadian Dental Association, the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, the Ontario Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Implant Association, the International Team for Implantology and the International Association for Orthodontics, among other organizations.
The staff of The Teal Umbrella knows her as a smiley, humble and easy going person. She works hard to help her patients maintain good oral health. She is compassionate, and works to put the needs of her patients first and foremost.
When she isn’t at The Teal Umbrella, Sheema can be found at home with her three children. She loves and enjoys art and hand crafting.
Dr. Anmar Al-GlaoDentist |
Dr. Anmar Glao, BDS
Dr. Anmar loves to see people smiling with confidence. Helping people to do so is what he enjoys so much about his profession. He has been practicing dentistry since 1999. He enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball and overall being a Dad.
Dr. Rowayda El-DeebDentist |
Dr. Rowayda El-Deeb, DDS
Dr. Rowayda El Deeb recieved her BSc degree (Dental Oral Syrgery and Oral Medicine) in 2008 from the Faculty of Dentistry, Misr International University (MIU) in Egypt. Following her graduation, Dr El Deeb had one year of internship , then worked as a Teaching Assistant in Orthodontics Department at (MIU), two private practices and in Oral Surgery Department in a Govermental Hospital in Egypt.
In 2010, she started to purse the dental licence before doing her masters in Orthodontics in Canada. She worked as a dental assistant and dental office admissions while doing her exams in the same time to get enrolled as undergrad dental student. She finally entered a qualifying program at University of Toronto and obtained her DDS degree in 2015. She has practiced as a dental associate in Ottawa since ever. Dr El Deeb is licienced to perform dental treatment under nitrous oxide and oral sedation. She is continually taking educational courses and workshops to improve her skills as to provide the best care for her patients in the fields of Invisalign, Aesthetics and IV sedation as well as implants. Dr El Deeb worked for almost 2 yrs at Associated Dental Care in Billings Bridge Center, then worked at Baseline Dental Center as well as part time in Civic Hospital for around a year and a half. She is been practicing for almost 9 years in the dental field. She is looking forward to keep enhancing her skills to give the best care for her community and accomplish her dreams in dentistry. Dr El Deeb is a member of ODA, ODS, CDA, AGD.
Kelly LivingstonDental Hygienist |
Kelly (Dental Hygienist)
Her goal is to provide the best care she can, while keeping you as comfortable as possible. You are her number one priority. Like all of our hygienists, Kelly is a great listener. She’ll make sure you remain informed about what she’s doing, all while providing you with a deep cleaning.
She joined our team because she “wanted to work with people who are ethical, who care about clients and take pride in their work.” Isn’t that a nice thing to say? Thanks Kelly!
Adrienne DegwanDental Hygienist |
Adrienne (Dental Hygienist)
TiffanyDental Hygienist |
Tiffany (Dental Hygienist)
Elizabeth RobinsonDental Assistant |
Elizabeth (Dental Assistant)
Originally from Guadalajara, Mexico, Elizabeth has been a proud Canadian for over 19 years! Fluent in both English and Spanish, Elizabeth has built quite a following of patients who enjoy practicing their Spanish with her during their dental visits! Elizabeth is a true people person. She draws from the positive energy of our patients and loves the daily interactions of our office. With her warm and outgoing personality, Elizabeth is quick to make all of our patients feel more than welcome!
Erin WinterDental Assistant |
Erin (Dental Assistant)
Erin studied dental assisting at CDI College right here in Ottawa and has over 15 years of experience in the dental field! What a great asset for our team!
SheenaDental Assistant |
Sheena (Dental Assistant)
YalinDental Assistant |
Yalin (Dental Assistant)
TinaTreatment Coordinator |
Tina
Tina has a diverse background that has undoubtedly contributed to her success in the dental field. Before taking the Certified Dental Assisting program at Algonquin College, Tina had studied graphic design and was a personal trainer. If you’re wondering what hard work, organization and attention to detail look like in practice, look no further!
When she isn’t at the office, you can find Tina spending time with her 7 year old daughter, Mackenzie. She also enjoys reading, running and working out. She often participates in Spartan Races and is working hard to convince the rest of the office to join her one day!
ChrissyPublic Relations Admin |
Chrissy
Chrissy is a graduate from Laurentian University. She first started at The Teal Umbrella as a receptionist however her passion and education brought her to her position today as the Public Relations Administrator. Chrissy grew up in Niagara Falls and she is outgoing, bilingual and always smiling. She enjoys spending time with her friends,family and her Boston terrier Russell.
KateReception |
Kate
BrittanyReception |
Brittany