Our Doctor

Dr. Afshin Moghaddam grew up in Tehran, Iran; after high school graduation he moved to the Ukraine and completed his dental education at the Medical University of Bogomoltsa earning his DMD with honours in 1998. He completed a two year fellowship in post-graduate Education. He also practiced dentistry during a 5 year stay in Italy, following certification.

He moved to Canada in 2011 and completed the Board of Equivalency process for qualification and district licensing process with a certificate of qualification from the National Dental Examination Board of Canada.

He has a keen interest in all aspects of dentistry and is dedicated to the newest advancements in cosmetic dentistry; keeping up to date with the latest technologies. He has a gentle touch, and patient care and quality dentistry is of utmost importance to him.

He loves spending time with his two lovely children, and enjoys travelling, the great outdoors, running, tennis and swimming.

Other than English Dr. Moghaddam speaks fluent Russian, Farsi and Italian.

Dr. Faraghat’s dental experience goes back to the year 2005 when he was first qualified as a general dentist from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences. He had many achievements throughout his time spent as a dental student. One was ranking third in the Student competition in the 5th International Congress of Iranian Academy of Endodontics 2005.

5 years later in 2010, he graduated in the field of Prosthodontics from National Dental School which is one of the highest ranking dental schools in Iran, achieving the 3rd rank in the national specialty board exam. Afterwards, he officially started his career as Prosthodontist. Upon immigrating to Canada in 2012, he became a registered general dentist in British Columbia.

Dr. Faraghat has over 14 years of experience with great ability in different aspects of dentistry including complex case treatment planning, oral full mouth rehabilitation, aesthetic and smile design, implant dentistry, and removable dentures. In addition, he has the skill to perform the surgical/non-surgical tooth extractions and root canal treatment. Alongside working as a general practitioner, he had a great opportunity working as a clinical dentist for UBC Geriatric Dentistry Program for two years, which has brought him a vast experience in regard to treatment of the elderly patients.

He likes to stay up to date with the latest advances in dentistry by attending continuing education courses focusing more in the field of cosmetic and implant dentistry. He looks forward to welcoming you to Quayside Dental for a pleasant dental care.