Dr. Hussein Shivji
General DentistDr. Hussein Shivji is the principal dentist at Asante Dental Centre. Dr Shivji graduated in 2000 from the University of Manitoba. Among his academic achievements included being awarded the University Gold Medal for highest academic achievement as well as being selected as Class Valedictorian, he was also awarded several other merits including the Canadian Dental Association President’s Award, the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Award, and the Canadian Academy of Periodontology Award.
Since 2005, Dr. Shivji has been practicing dentistry in Vancouver, where he practices at Asante Dental Centre in New Westminster. His passion for dentistry has led him to undergo extensive courses in various aspects of dentistry including implant dentistry, as well as training in veneers, Invisalign clear aligners, and bone preservation and grafting. He is always looking to enrich his knowledge and continues taking courses on an ongoing basis. Dr. Shivji enjoys spending his spare time listening to music, watching movies, hockey, photography, and spending time with his wife and daughter.
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Dr. Burcu Kement
Dental AssociateDr. Burcu Kement graduated from the Faculty of Dentistry in Turkey in 2021. After relocating to Vancouver, she successfully completed the equivalency process administered by the National Dental Examining Board of Canada and began practicing dentistry in Canada. Dr. Kement provides comprehensive care in all areas of general dentistry and aims to create a comfortable and reassuring environment for her patients.
Dr. Kement is committed to ongoing professional development and regularly attends continuing education programs to keep her knowledge and clinical skills up to date. She has focused her career on developing strong clinical skills, maintaining clear and effective communication, and providing a positive patient experience. Throughout her career, she has emphasized the importance of listening, empathy, and transparency to better understand her patients, and she incorporates these principles into her daily practice. Dr. Kement believes everyone deserves good oral health and considers supporting her patients’ long-term oral health one of her professional priorities.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Kement enjoys traveling, professional dancing, spending time with family and friends, and exploring different cuisines.
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Dr. Areej Qubaj
General DentistDr. Qubaj is a dedicated and experienced dentist with a strong foundation in comprehensive patient care and clinical excellence. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree from the University of Jordan in 2015 and successfully completed the National Dental Examination Board (NDEB) certification in Canada in 2022.
As a practicing Associate Dentist, Dr. Qubaj has gained diverse clinical experience across multiple provinces in Canada, including Quebec, Ontario, and Saskatchewan. She is skilled in restorative dentistry including fillings, crowns and bridges, root canals, surgical extractions, and digital dentistry technologies.
Known for her patient-centered approach, she emphasizes education and collaborative treatment planning to ensure optimal outcomes. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Qubaj has contributed to dental education as a lab instructor. She continues to expand her expertise through advanced training programs in implants, sedation, and cosmetic dentistry.
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