ASPEN SPRINGS DENTAL - Key Persons


Dr. Ava Naghavi

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Ava Naghavi is a General Dentist at Aspen Springs Dental Centre in Bowmanville. Dr. Ava Naghavi graduated with Honours from the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Toronto. Before that, she received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and Biology from York University. She is a member of the Ontario Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Association and the Academy of General Dentistry. Dr. Naghavi is passionate about all areas of dentistry. She is committed to providing comprehensive oral health care to her patients. She enjoys working with patients of all ages including kids. Dr. Naghavi is also certified in oral sedation to help with the treatment of anxious patients. Dr. Naghavi is excited to work with you and your family to achieve healthy and beautiful smiles!

Dr. Jennifer Kushner

Job Titles:
  • Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada
Dr. Jennifer Kushner is a Periodontist at Aspen Springs Dental Centre in Bowmanville. Dr. Jennifer Kushner obtained her BA from the University of Western Ontario in 1994 and BSc from York University in 1995. In 1999 she received her Doctoral of Dental Surgery (DDS) with honours from the University of Toronto. Following that she did a one-year general practice residency at Mt. Sinai hospital in Toronto. In 2003 she obtained her Master of Science (Periodontology) from the University of Toronto. Dr. Kushner is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (RCDC) since 2003. Dr. Kushner has been in private practice in the specialty of Periodontics in Etobicoke, Ontario since 2003. "I like working in Bowmanville because the patients are so appreciative and there are few opportunities for patients to receive periodontal care from a specialist in the Bowmanville area. I also enjoy working with Nicole and her wonderful staff at this practice," says Dr. Kushner who joined our practice in 2010 as a Periodontist.

Dr. Katayoon (Kathy) Azizi

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Katayoon (Kathy) Azizi is a General Dentist at Aspen Springs Dental Centre in Bowmanville. Dr. Katayoon Azizi received her Doctorate of Dental Surgery in 2004, she then completed a one- year Master of Science (Prosthodontics) program at The University of Manchester. Dr. Azizi successfully passed the Canadian dental boards before registering as a general dentist in Ontario. She has a membership with the royal college of dental surgeons Ontario and Ontario dental association. She has been an associate general dentist in various dental offices in GTA since 2013. Dr. Azizi (or "Dr. Kathy" as her Patients know her) enjoys all aspects of general dentistry from cosmetics to preventative care. She provides dentistry for patients of all ages and takes pride in delivering gentle care that results in healthy beautiful smiles. In her own time, Dr. Azizi loves spending time with her family.

Dr. Mohammad Saade

Job Titles:
  • Dentist
  • General Dentist
Dr. Mohammad Saade is a General Dentist at Aspen Springs Dental Centre in Bowmanville. Dr. Saade received his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Shiraz in 1999. He successfully passed the Canadian National Dental Boards in 2015 and currently he is a member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeon of Ontario, Canadian dental association, Alberta dental Association and Ontario dental association. Dr. Saade is an experienced dentist with more than 18 years in the General Dentistry, in Iran (Shiraz) and Canada (Alberta and Ontario). He is dedicated to providing quality dental care to his patients and making every dental visit as comfortable as possible. He is skilled in many aspects of dentistry such as Restorative dentistry, Veneers, Crown and Bridges, Root Canals, Sedation and Dentures and Implants. Aside from dentistry, he enjoys painting and drawing and spends time with his family and catching up on Sports such as soccer, hiking and swimming.

Dr. Parisa Tavakoli

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Parisa Tavakoli is a General Dentist at Aspen Springs Dental Centre in Bowmanville. Dr. Parisa Tavakoli received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in 2008. She successfully passed the Canadian National Dental Board in 2012. She is a member of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario and the Canadian dental association. Dr. Tavakoli prides herself on her ability to listen to her patient's concerns and provide individualized diagnoses and treatment plans. Her warm and gentle approach to dental care is noted by her patients. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling and spending time with her family.

Dr. Stephen Ing

Job Titles:
  • Anesthesiologist
Dr. Stephen Ing graduated in 1999 with his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Toronto. In 2008, he completed his three-year postgraduate training in dental anesthesia at the University of Toronto. He is a diplomat of the American Dental Board of Anesthesiology and a certified specialist in dental anesthesia registered with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario.