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At The Teal Umbrella Family Dental Healthcare, we’re honored to be a Platinum Invisalign Provider in 2024, recognized by Align Technology for our expertise in delivering high-quality treatment.
With access to the latest technology and techniques, we ensure advanced, effective care tailored to your needs. Trust us—your smile is in great hands!

Your Family Dentist in Ottawa – The Teal Umbrella

At The Teal Umbrella, our priority is delivering personalized comfort and complete care for your entire family. We strive to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, where you’ll feel comfortable and well cared for. From your first visit to routine checkups and advanced dental procedures, our goal is to offer first-class dental services, convenient scheduling, and flexible payment options, ensuring you receive the best possible care.

We provide a full range of services, from preventive dentistry to restorative treatments and cosmetic procedures. Whether you need fluoride treatments, fillings, crowns, dental implants, wisdom teeth extraction, or orthodontics, we’re here to help with innovative and safe solutions. We’re committed to addressing your oral health needs, from cavities and enamel loss to tooth pain and emergency dental care.

Located on Merivale Rd., we are conveniently positioned to serve Ottawa, Nepean, Barrhaven, and the Ottawa-Gatineau region. With a focus on holistic dentistry, children’s dentistry, and dental implants, we provide a family-friendly environment where your health comes first. Our knowledgeable team of professionals is dedicated to helping you achieve a healthy smile while ensuring your experience is as comfortable as possible.

Come to The Teal Umbrella for…

Complete, holistic dentistry | Dental implants | Kids dentist | Invisalign® | Sedation dentistry | Dental surgery


Meet Dr. Sheema Samarrae - Teal Umbrella Dentist

Dr. Sheema Samarrae is an internationally trained dentist, graduated in 1998 with a degree in Dental Medicine and Oral Surgery from the University of Baghdad in Iraq. Working between Baghdad and Dubai and then moving to Canada, Dr. Samarrae graduated with a degree in Doctor of Dental Surgery from Schulich Dental School at the University of Western Ontario in 2008.

She is a member of the Canadian Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, The International Team for Implantology, The International Association of Orthodontics and a Fellow of the American Dental Implant Association. Dr. Samarrae is highly dedicated for ongoing education to acquire new knowledge and experience in order to offer her patients the best dental healthcare possible. She was able to collect more than 1,800 CE courses in the past few years from highly accredited institutes like Toronto Implant Institute, Pikos Implant Institute, Misch International Implant Institute, Pankey Institute, Kois Center, Digital Smile Design Residency and many more.

Dr. Samarrae is also keen toward helping the community and other dentists to provide excellent services in Implant and other restorative dentistry by providing mentoring and training courses to other dentists. 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.

Media Coverage: Dr. Samarrae in the Spotlight

  • "Dr. Samarrae plans to serve that community in even more diverse ways in 2024. She'll be expanding into cosmetic dentistry, advanced implantology, and new orthodontic treatments-plus, she'll be participating in outreach programs, educational workshops, and health fairs."

    -Faces Magazine (January 2024)

     

  • "It’s time to reset our collective understanding of orthodontic treatment, seeing it not just as a path to an aesthetically pleasing smile, but as a comprehensive approach to lasting oral health. "

    -Daily Caller (October 2023)

     

  • "Her passion extends beyond her practice; she offers implant training courses for fellow dentists, constantly updating her own knowledge with extensive continuing education."

    -Digital Journal (September 2023)

     

  • "Dr. Sheema Samarrae’s story is one of passion, dedication, and a relentless pursuit of excellence in dentistry. Through her innovative approach and commitment to patient well-being, she is redefining dentistry, one patient at a time."

    -Disrupt Magazine! (September 2023)

  • "Redefining Dentistry with a Vision for Better Patient Experiences"

    -Flaunt (July 2023)

     


Our Services at The Teal Umbrella

Just had two appointments over the last few weeks and could not be happier with the experience. I'd had some lingering tooth pain that had gone undiagnosed/unresolved at previous offices, but Dr. Anita finally realized I had several cavities that needed to be filled. I was naturally nervous to go back for my first ever fillings, but between Stevie, Elizabeth, and Dr. Anita (and some help from the gas they offer to anxious patients) it went more quickly and smoothly than expected! They were even able to do all three without any freezing.
Michel A.
Michel A.

For New Patients of  The Teal Umbrella

Your first visit is all about you — your comfort, happiness, and health. During our time together, we’ll…

Review your dental and medical history

Review your dental and medical history

Take digital x-rays for detailed images

Take digital x-rays for detailed images

Examine your teeth and gums

Examine your teeth and gums

Provide plenty of time for you to ask any questions

Provide plenty of time for you to ask any questions

Your dental cleaning is scheduled separately from your new patient appointment. This gives Dr Samarrae the chance to evaluate your health and determine what type of cleaning you need.

Orthodontic Services of The Teal Umbrella

Orthodontic services focus on diagnosing, preventing, and correcting misaligned teeth and jaws. These treatments are designed to improve bite, enhance facial structure, and create a straighter, healthier smile.
Orthodontics not only boosts appearance but also promotes better oral health and function.

General Dentistry at The Teal Umbrella

Preventive care and regular exams at our Ottawa dentist office are important for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. But even if it’s been years since your last visit to the dentist, it’s never too late to take control and restore your health.
Our general dentistry services:
Dr Samarrae helps with:
  • Toothaches
  • Tooth decay (cavities)
  • Bleeding or tender gums
  • Broken crowns
  • Replacing missing teeth
  • Snoring

Cleaning & Exams

Cleaning & Exams

Crowns & Fillings

Crowns & Fillings

Gum Disease Treatments

Gum Disease Treatments

Root Canals

Root Canals

Sleep Apnea Treatment

Sleep Apnea Treatment

Extractions

Extractions

Emergency Appointments

Emergency Appointments


Cosmetic Services of The Teal Umbrella

Do you hesitate when you smile? Feel embarrassed about dental imperfections? You deserve a smile as beautiful as it is healthy. Using modern techniques and advanced materials, Dr. Samarrae can improve the appearance of your teeth and help you achieve a beautiful, natural smile and all the benefits that come with it.
Our cosmetic dentistry services:
Dr Samarrae helps with:
  • Missing teeth
  • Crooked or gapped teeth
  • Crowded or misaligned teeth
  • Broken, chipped, or cracked teeth
  • Stained and discolored teeth

Crowns

Crowns

Bridges

Bridges

Veneers

Veneers

White Fillings & Bonding

White Fillings & Bonding

Dentures (Partial/Full)

Dentures (Partial/Full)

Teeth Whitening

Teeth Whitening

Dental Implants

Dental Implants


Experience Hassle-Free Dental Care That Fits You at The Teal Umbrella


Why Our Patients Love Us at The Teal Umbrella

        
Mohammad JarrarMohammad Jarrar
15:28 12 Sep 24
Always the best service.
Feng ChengFeng Cheng
00:45 14 Aug 24
Excellent
Amira Abou-AkroucheAmira Abou-Akrouche
01:49 13 Aug 24
Another amazing appointment! I always look forward to them :)
Brenda ChartrandBrenda Chartrand
23:28 12 Aug 24
Nihaia KraidliNihaia Kraidli
23:53 31 Jul 24
I would like to give a big thank for Dr. Abi Azar for her excellent service, she’s very experienced, patient, attentive and professional, during the appointment she took a lot of time with my 7 yrs old son explaining to him about the procedure to make sure that he’s happy and comfortable, for the next month I’ll take my younger son too as I strongly recommend her, the stuff are very helpful and professional too, the place is very clean. Thank you Teal umbrella team :)
Aria AdwanAria Adwan
15:42 21 Jun 24
The Teal Umbrella Family Dental Healthcare offers an outstanding patient experience. The team's commitment (Andrea, Mary, Rabi, and Dr. Samarrae) to patient comfort and their collaborative spirit create a welcoming and effective environment. I highly recommend them to anyone in need of dental care.
Bernhard HolmokBernhard Holmok
12:29 10 Jun 24
The visit was like flying first class. Treated politely and professionally by all staff and the dentist. Procedure went without a complication at all, dentist explained everything that was going to happen and offered as much comfort as possible. To ensure it was like a first class trip, a hot towel was offered at the end of the visit to 'freshen up' . Absolutely top care, so good, ensured that my most precious little girl attends regularly to build up the 'never fear the dentist' feeling.
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About Us

At The Teal Umbrella, the patient comes first. We provide personalized comfort and complete care for the whole family. From the friendly, inviting atmosphere to our first-class dental services to our convenient scheduling and payment options, we want you to feel comfortable and cared for.

Here is a small sample of the dental care we offer for patients in Ottawa: new patient exams, routine exams, flouride treatments, gum therapy, fillings, crowns, bridges, tooth replacement, dental implants, wisdom teeth extraction, root canal therapy, mouthguards, teeth whitening, bonding, veneers, enameloplasty, and orthodontics.

We have innovative, safe solutions for a range of oral health issues, including cavities, tooth decay, enamel loss, missing teeth, cracked teeth, tooth discolouration, tooth pain, toothache, tooth misalignment, impacted wisdom teeth, and emergency dental care.

Our Merivale Dentistry is conveniently located on Merivale Rd. to provide care for patients in Ottawa, Nepean, Barrhaven, and throughout the Ottawa-Gatineau region.

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