name: Jessie Cho
position: Dental Hygienist
hometown: Calgary
how long have you been working in this position? Since 2018!
when did you know you wanted to get into this position? While applying for universities.
who/what encouraged you to take this career path? The hygiene program itself.
do you have any hobbies or interests? Tell us about them: Being active! Ranging from hiking, camping, indoor rock climbing to badminton, going to the gym, and swimming. Also, trying all the new exciting restaurants in the city.
you’ve dedicated your life to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile? My cats, family, friends, and dessert.
What’s your favourite childhood memory? Moving to Calgary at age 7 and making an igloo with my brother with the most amount of snow I’ve ever seen in my life!
name: Mohamed Awadalla
position: Associate Dentist
hometown: Cairo
how long have you been working in this position? Over 10 years
when did you know you wanted to get into this position? Back in the high school when I first noticed that this profession is about art and science together!
who/what encouraged you to take this career path? Drawing smiles and being part of changing people’s lives are big reasons to keep giving more and more.
do you have an idol or role model? No doubt my parents!
do you have any hobbies or interests? Tell us about them: Swimming, horseback riding and hiking.
you’ve dedicated your life to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile? Small gestures and act of kindness from people makes me smile.
favorite place in the world? Where my favorite people are at!
name: Arun Garg
position: Associate Dentist
hometown: New Delhi, India
how long have you been working in this position? Over 14 years
when did you know you wanted to get into this position? I always wanted to be associated with healthcare. After high school, I had the opportunity to get into Medical or Dental. I decided on dentistry for its artistic appeal.
who/what encouraged you to take this career path? My parents encouraged me to pursue dentistry as they knew I will be happy doing what I love the most, which is to make a positive impact on people’s lives.
Do you have any hobbies or interests? Teaching, Swimming & Skiing
you’ve dedicated your life to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile? A kind heart with a positive attitude makes me smile.
what do you do when you are not working? In my downtime, I spend most of it with my son playing different board games :)
name: Sunday Obei
position: Registered Dental Assistant
hometown: Calgary, AB
how long have you been working in this position? 2.5yrs
when did you know you wanted to get into this position? Working in the dental/health care field has always been something I’ve wanted to pursue since I was younger.
who/what encouraged you to take this career path? Working where I can help others has always been my goal which is what lead me take this career path.
do you have an idol or role model? I’ve had many role models growing up including teachers, coaches and of course my mom who have taught me very valuable lesions/skills to use in my daily life.
do you have any hobbies or interests? Tell us about them: I’m into art and staying active!
you’ve dedicated your life to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile? Being around my friends/family and watching my favorite TV shows.
favorite place in the world? Neighborhood adventures with my sister.
name: Cally Chisholm
position: Office Manager and Registered Dental Assistanct
when did you know you wanted to get into this position? In highschool when I was trying to figure out what to do for post secondary I realized that I always enjoyed going to the Dentist & Orthodontist as a child/teenager, so I figured maybe something in the Dental field was along the right path for me!
do you have any hobbies or interests? I love embroidering, reading & baking in my spare time, anything relaxing I am all for
you’ve dedicated your work to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile? My husband, parents, and my pets, and seeing the ocean!
what’s your favourite childhood memory? There’s so many! But I always looked forward to going to Mexico with my parents & my aunt/uncle every year, that was a huge highlight for me growing up.
name: Sarah Rippe
position: Registered Dental Hygienist
who encouraged you to take this career path? My cousin graduated from U of A as a hygienist
Favorite place in the world? In front of a fireplace curled up with a good book during a snowstorm or rainstorm
do you have any hobbies or interests?Ringette, Yoga, Travel, Live music, Reading, Snowboarding
what’s your favourite funny movie? Stepbrothers
what’s your favourite way to spend downtime? Mostly reading or cleaning my house
what’s your favourite childhood memory? Going to Paris for the first time!
name: Dema
position: Registered Dental Assistant II
what encouraged you to take this career path? I had a passion to work in dental health care and to be part of patient smiles
do you have any hobbies or interests? I love cooking and spending time with my daughter
Favourite place in the world? To be home
you’ve dedicated your work to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile? Spending time with family, going on vacation and leaving work early ;)
what’s your favourite movie? Home Alone
name: Austin Leis
position: Administrative Manager
when did you know you wanted to get into this position?
I was seeking a new career path and after speaking with Dr. Mitchell during our initial phone interview I was immediately excited about what this position would offer me now and grow into in the future.
do you have any hobbies or interests?
I really enjoy cooking and fashion.
you’ve dedicated your work to people’s smiles, so what makes you smile?
My dogs or a glass of red wine (California Cabernet Sauvignon or Argentinian Malbec)
favourite place in the world?
My favourite place in the world is Ireland, its scenic coastal landscapes are breathtaking and urban cities maintain a beautiful historic feel.
Please note that all procedures are completed by a general dentist and not a specialist. Due to variations in individual patient needs and changing oral health conditions, prices are not guaranteed and need to be approved in office prior to and at the time of treatment.
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