The People Behind Your Smile

Meet the Team at Bal Dental Centre

Seven licensed dentists led by founder Dr. Gus Bal, supported by a multilingual hygiene and administrative team — and a shared belief that every patient deserves to be treated like family. Get to know the people you'll be smiling alongside for years to come.

25+

Years Serving Scarborough

10K+

Patients Treated

7

Languages Spoken

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Dr. Gus Bal

Founder

Dr. Gus Bal

Founder & Lead Dentist

A Message from Our Founder

Two decades of care. One simple promise.

Dr. Gus Bal founded Bal Dental Centre with a simple mission: deliver world-class dentistry in a neighbourhood setting. Over two decades later, that mission still drives every cleaning, crown, and smile makeover.

Dr. Bal has trained extensively in general, cosmetic and restorative dentistry, and is an active member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Ontario Dental Association. He has assembled a multilingual, multi-specialty clinical team that mirrors the diversity of Scarborough itself.

Outside the clinic, you'll find him supporting local community health initiatives, mentoring younger associates, and championing accessible care for every family in the GTA.

25+

Years Experience

10,000+

Patients Treated

Award Winner

Our Clinical Team

Award-Winning Dental Professionals

Each team member brings specialized training and a calm, patient-first chair-side manner. Hover any card to see their credentials.

Dr. Tanya Khattra
General Dentist

Dr. Tanya Khattra

Dr. Tanya brings a calm, modern approach to family and cosmetic dentistry — known for her gentle chair-side manner and meticulous attention to detail.

  • D.D.S.
  • RCDSO Licensed
  • ODA Active Member
Dr. Amol Karande
Associate Dentist

Dr. Amol Karande

Dr. Amol focuses on comprehensive general and restorative dentistry, helping patients of every age feel relaxed and informed at every visit.

  • General Dentistry
  • RCDSO Licensed
  • ODA Active Member
Dr. Mufakkhar Sultana
General Dentist

Dr. Mufakkhar Sultana

Dr. Sultana delivers thoughtful, evidence-based care across cleanings, fillings, crowns and family dentistry — explaining every option in plain English.

  • General Dentistry
  • RCDSO Licensed
  • ODA Active Member
Dr. Lovepreet Kaur
General Dentist

Dr. Lovepreet Kaur

Dr. Kaur is passionate about preventive care and patient education, ensuring every smile she treats leaves the chair healthier than it arrived.

  • General Dentistry
  • RCDSO Licensed
  • ODA Active Member
Dr. Shamal Kulkarni
General Dentist

Dr. Shamal Kulkarni

Dr. Kulkarni provides full-scope general dentistry with a warm, family-first philosophy that puts even the most anxious patients at ease.

  • General Dentistry
  • RCDSO Licensed
  • ODA Active Member
Dr. Dhifaf Al Shakarchi
General Dentist

Dr. Dhifaf Al Shakarchi

Dr. Al Shakarchi blends technical precision with a multilingual, culturally-aware approach to care — a true favourite among our diverse Scarborough patients.

  • General Dentistry
  • RCDSO Licensed
  • Multilingual
Hygiene, Assistant & Admin Team

The Friendly Faces Behind Every Visit

From your first phone call to your post-treatment follow-up, our multilingual hygiene and administrative team make every visit feel effortless.

Cielomar
Lead Dental Assistant

Cielomar

Cielomar is originally from the Philippines, and she studied dental assisting at George Brown College. Today, she's been working in the dental field for over three years now, with hopefully many more to come. What she enjoys most about her role at Bal Dental Centre is that she can help ease our patients' fear or anxiety while also supporting them on their journey to smile confidently again!

Away from work, Cielomar has two amazing parents, two older brothers, a younger sister, a loving fiancé, and a big, gentle dog. When she isn't busy caring for teeth, you can often find her watching movies, reading books, or playing her guitar. She also enjoys going on long drives and just exploring nature! Generally speaking, she strives to do her best in all aspects of life so that she won't have any worries or regrets in the end.

Sheila Mae Calix
Certified Dental Assistant

Sheila Mae Calix

Dedicated and compassionate Certified Dental Assistant graduated in Medix College with a strong commitment to patient care and clinical excellence. With a solid background in chair-side assistance, sterilization protocols, and patient education, I strive to create a comfortable and positive experience for every patient. Proficient in digital radiography, dental software systems, and maintaining efficient workflow in fast-paced dental environments. I work closely with dentists and hygienists to ensure smooth procedures, accurate documentation, and high standards of infection control.

She speaks Tagalog, English and known for my attention to detail, friendly demeanour, and strong organizational skills, I take pride in contributing to the overall success of the dental team. I am passionate about helping patients maintain their oral health and confident smiles.

Ayesha Nousheen
Dental Assistant

Ayesha Nousheen

My name is Ayesha Nousheen, and I am a dedicated dental assistant with over 2 years of Canadian experience and a strong focus on patient care and clinical efficiency. I support a wide range of dental procedures, maintain strict infection control protocols, and work to ensure that every patient feels comfortable and informed during their visit. I am fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Telugu, which helps me communicate effectively with a diverse patient base. Outside of work, I enjoy painting, baking, and reading books. My areas of expertise include chairside assisting, dental radiography, patient education, and maintaining accurate dental records.

Atheena Shaju
Dental Assistant

Atheena Shaju

Bio coming soon!

Debbie
Registered Dental Hygienist

Debbie

Debbie first joined our team two years ago, and she has 19 overall years of experience in the dental world. She attended Durham College (graduating with high honors) and then moved onto Oxford, where she was the Valedictorian of her dental hygiene class! She is certified in CPR, First Aid, and Invisalign and has worked in a variety of dental specialties, including 10 years in orthodontics, 12 in oral surgery, and 5 in pediatric care. She is a proud member of the ODAA and the CDHA. Her favorite part of the job is being able to educate patients about the relationship between dental health and overall personal health. She loves giving hygiene tips and tricks and seeing the improvements in patients over time.

Debbie is from Ajax, and she has a loving husband of 11 years, an adorable daughter, a charming son, and two energetic dogs. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, shopping, traveling to exotic places, Latin dancing, and watching home renovation shows. Her friends and family say she's an overachiever who frequently seeks new challenges to conquer. She likes to keep things interesting!

Neha Girdhhar, BDS, RDH
Registered Dental Hygienist

Neha Girdhhar, BDS, RDH

Neha Girdhar is a Registered Dental Hygienist with over 13 years of experience as international trained dentist along with additional skills as dental practice management, healthcare administration, and medical insurance analysis. She brings a strong clinical foundation and managerial expertise. She is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi. She loves to travel and explore new places.

Sindhu Chennamaneni
Internationally Trained Dentist

Sindhu Chennamaneni

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS). I am an Internationally trained dentist who thrives to care for the peoples smile and their oral health.

I can speak English and my mother tongue, Telugu, fluently and Hindi in bits and pieces. I enjoy doing art and crafts. I have a passion of drawing, sketching and decorating.

I have keen interest in the field of oral surgery and got hands on experience in implantology program back in India.

Meen

Meen

I'm a people-first, purpose-driven professional with over five years of experience in Canadian dental industry. Energetic, approachable, and always up for a challenge, I bring both heart and hustle to every team I'm part of.

Divya Sharma
Dental Administrator

Divya Sharma

A highly organized and compassionate dental front desk professional with experience in managing patient relations, appointment scheduling, and office operations in a fast-paced dental environment. Also, a skilled and caring dental assistant with experience in assisting dentists in performing a wide variety of dental procedures equipped with thorough knowledge of dental instruments, sterilization protocols and patient care. She speaks English, Hindi and Punjabi. Dental admin, CDA level 1, HARP certified.

Ambia Khatun Sumi
Dental Administrator

Ambia Khatun Sumi

Ambia is a Dental Administrator responsible for patient coordination and office operations with over 3 years of experience supporting busy general dentistry practices in the GTA. She holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Healthcare Administration and certifications in IPAC and WHMIS. Her strengths include patient scheduling, insurance billing, and treatment coordination. I'm committed to creating efficient, welcoming environments that support both patients and clinical teams. She speaks English, French, Bengali and Hindi.

Arooj Chaudhry
Receptionist

Arooj Chaudhry

Bio coming soon!

Hania
Receptionist

Hania

Bio coming soon!

Aiswarya
Receptionist

Aiswarya

Bio coming soon!

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4 Greystone Walk Dr #4, Scarborough, ON M1K 5J2

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