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Dr. Hawazin Khedher attended TUFTS University and Baghdad University. She earned a Doctorate of Dental Medicine and practices many specialties in the dentistry field. Those specialties include but are not limited to general dentistry, root canals, bridges and fillings, extractions, and complete dentures and partials. She has a huge heart and makes relieving patients in pain her top priority. In both her professional and personal life, Dr. Khedher strives to do everything she can to make the people around her happy.  

Dr. Vansanthi Rengarajan attended school in India and then came to the states to further her education in Michigan. She earned a Master of Dental Surgery, as well as a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. At our practice, she performs general dentistry with a focus on oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry and restorative dentistry. Her amiable personality, big heart, and passion for life has made her immensely successful. Dr. Rengarajan believes that life is too short. Enjoying every day and making the best out of it is her soul outlook on life. 

“I love to bring out the smile in people. It boosts the self-esteem and confidence in them. “  

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Dr. Michelle Zuleta's passion for dentistry began at a young age as a result of constantly being at the dentist's office due to her severe overbite and crowding. As she continued to attend her regular dental visits, her fascination and excitement for progress and results began to develop. It was then that Dr. Zuleta found herself intrigued by the different aesthetic and oral health components within the field of dentistry. 

Dr. Zuleta grew up in Miami, Florida and attended Florida International University. She then moved to Detroit, Michigan to attend dental school, where she received her DDS from the University of Detroit Mercy.  

She now resides in Michigan and in her free time, she enjoys cycling, Pilates, and trying new food spots.

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Dr. Omar Dlewati received his B.S. in biology and dental degree from The University of Detroit Mercy.

Dr. Dlewati enjoys a little bit of everything in dentistry. He is constantly reading more to expand his dental knowledge and apply it towards helping his patients. He enjoys performing extractions because it provides instant pain relief to patients who have had toothaches for a long time. He also really enjoys performing root canals and crowns to save teeth that would have otherwise needed an extraction. He is also certified in TMJ dry needling.

His favorite part of dentistry is being able to help his patients and improve their smile and pain level right when they need it.

Outside of work, Dr. Dlewati enjoys camping, hiking and biking. He also recently picked up fishing and really enjoys that. On a daily basis, after work, he enjoys an evening workout, followed by a nice meal and watching some TV with his wife. He also speaks Arabic.

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Dr. Jake Farida joined us in 2015 and now serves as Dental Director and partner.  Dr. Farida earned a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences and a Bachelor of Art in History from Wayne State University. He then earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy. He focuses on restorative dentistry, endodontics, oral surgery, and esthetics. He enjoys the field of dentistry as it allows him to overcome new challenges every day. Dr. Farida enjoys meeting and interacting with new patients, along with bringing a positive change to their lives

Dr. Zina Murad-Arafat earned a Bachelor of Science from Oakland University and a Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Detroit Mercy. She focuses on general and cosmetic dentistry here at our practice. Her admiration for her profession came about while growing up, being that her father was a dentist. Dr. Murad-Arafat appreciates her occupation, specifically cosmetic dentistry, as it gives her the opportunity to transform patients’ lives one smile at a time.  

Dr. Fadi Abshara earned his dental degree from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry. He has additional training from Engel Institute in the Implant Mastery Program. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry, especially dental surgery, implants, root canals and cosmetic services.

Dr. Abshara enjoys dentistry because he loves helping people by restoring their teeth, getting them out of pain and giving them a beautiful smile.

He is the first dentist in his family but at just 12-years-old, he knew he had a passion for dentistry and wanted to pursue the field one day. He feels he is a quick learner, empathetic and can quickly and easily adapt to any situation.

In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family. He also speaks Arabic and Aramaic.

Dr. Alexis Dion received her BS in Microbiology, Immunology and Molecular Genetics from UCLA and she received her dental degree from UCLA School of Dentistry.

Dr. Dion enjoys all aspects of dentistry but especially extractions.  One of her favorite parts about dentistry is the patient interaction. She loves meeting new patients and building relationships for years to come. It’s rewarding for her when her patient’s dental needs are met or have exceeded their expectations.

Dr. Dion decided to pursue a career in dentistry because she feels it is both challenging and rewarding. Her goal is to restore her patients’ oral health and eliminate pain, while using her creativity to create beautiful smiles. She also felt this was a great career for her because she has a talent of being empathetic, making people feel comfortable and relaxed around her, and that helps make patients feel comfortable.

In her free time, Dr. Dion loves to stay active by going to the gym or hiking. She enjoys being outdoors and camping and also considers herself to be a foodie and loves trying new restaurants or learning a new recipe to cook at home.

Dr. Atheel Kinaia, D.S.D., attended University of Detroit Mercy. She went on to European University in Dubai. Dr. Kinaia chose to pursue a career in dentistry to provide best-in-class oral care and to give her patients a confident and radiant smile that will last a lifetime. Dr. Kinaia is committed to ongoing education, training, and professional memberships. She most enjoys restorative and cosmetic dentistry, as well as oral surgery.

Dr. Kinaia is committed to providing best-in-class patient care as the foundation of our team as she engages, connects, and builds trustworthy relationships that extend beyond the chair. It is that approach that he believes sets us apart – empathy throughout the patient care journey. 

“I care about people and helping them maintain/improve their oral health to give them a beautiful and healthy smile.” – Dr. Atheel Kinaia

When Dr. Kinaia is not in the office creating beautiful smiles, she enjoys spending time her husband and three daughters. She enjoys traveling, biking, and cooking. She is fluent in Arabic.

Dr. Kinaia is known to be trustworthy and shows appreciation to those around her. Her patients appreciate what she does for them, “Not only the effort to provide the best quality of care, but they appreciate me as a human being who cares about them.”