Welcome to Villanova Dental Studio

Dr. Ami Barakat, DDS

Founder · Cosmetic, Implant & Neuromuscular Dentistry

“If there’s a better way I can serve my patients, I owe it to myself and I owe it to them to treat them with the best knowledge mankind has to offer.”

Dr. Barakat founded Villanova Dental Studio in 2004 and has undergone extensive training to provide the most comprehensive cosmetic dentistry services available, including dental implants and neuromuscular dentistry. He is one of the only general dentists in Ottawa to hold Invisalign’s Diamond-tier provider status.

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• Graduated with Honours, University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry
• One-year residency, Royal Victoria Hospital, Montreal
• Advanced Cosmetic Dentistry Training, Las Vegas Institute
• Fellow, Academy of General Dentistry; Fellow, Las Vegas Institute; Fellow, International Association of Physiologic Aesthetics

Named to the Ottawa Business Journal’s Forty Under 40. Member of the Canadian Dental Association, Ontario Dental Association, Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Ottawa Dental Society and the Canadian Association of Cosmetic Dentistry.

Dr. Bilal Mammah, DMD

General, Surgical & Implant Dentistry

“I believe myself to be very compassionate and patient-centered. I understand that every patient is different and as a result, I am very good at adapting to each patient’s needs as well as addressing their specific concerns.”

Dr. Mammah enjoys every aspect of dentistry, from wisdom tooth surgery, gum grafting and dental implant therapy to crown and bridge work and everyday fillings. He treats patients of all ages and offers oral and nitrous sedation for anxious patients.

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• BSc and DMD, McGill University
• Post-graduate residency (AEGD), University of Rochester, New York
• Certificate in Basic Implant Residency, surgical and restorative, The Institute for Dental Excellence (TIDE)

Speaks English and Moroccan Arabic fluently and intermediate French. Outside the office he plays guitar, follows hockey and soccer, and spends time with family.

Dr. Vanessa Thériault, DMD

General & Restorative Dentistry · Bilingual

“I pride myself on educating my patients and teaching them how to maintain good oral health as well as how to prevent oral disease. As every case is different, I work with every patient to provide an adaptive, personalized treatment plan.”

Dr. Thériault offers an extensive list of services including surgery and wisdom tooth extractions, periodontics, root canal therapy, crowns and bridges, and restorative care, in English and French.

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• Bachelor of Health Sciences, University of Ottawa
• Doctorate of Dental Medicine, University of Montreal
• Multidisciplinary residency, University of Montreal Hospital Centre (CHUM)

Away from dentistry she stays active with soccer, weight training and travel, and is always searching for new foods to sample.

Dr. Ahsan Mahmood, DDS

General Dentistry · Sedation for Anxious Patients

Dr. Mahmood provides a dental care experience suited to sensitive patients who have struggled with dental care in the past, offering laughing gas and IV sedation for anxious children and adults. He is a strong proponent of patient education and preventive dentistry.

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• B.Sc. (Honours) in Biology, Carleton University
• Master’s degree, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa
• Doctor of Dental Surgery, University of Toronto
• General Practice Residency, Montefiore Hospital, New York City

During his residency he developed a deep interest in dental implant therapy, aesthetic dentistry and caring for medically compromised patients. He is an avid squash player and motorcyclist.

Dr. Khalil, DDS

General & Cosmetic Dentistry

Dr. Khalil is a dedicated dentist passionate about the link between oral health and overall well-being. He believes that education and prevention are at the core of a healthy smile, and brings experience across complex extractions, restorations and cosmetic dentistry.

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• Bachelor of Medical Sciences, Master of Management and Doctor of Dental Surgery, Western University

After practising in the mountains of Alberta, Dr. Khalil is excited to bring his patient-centric care to the capital region. You might find him exploring the area by bike or photographing the scenery.