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From our kind, fun-loving, and skilled dentists to our friendly, welcoming, and skilled hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff, you can trust that our entire team will always go the extra mile for your smile!

Keep reading to learn more about the amazing people behind Lifetime Dental at Sevenoaks!

Dr. Kathem Talebian, General Dentist

Dr. Walter Herrador
Dr. Kathem Talebian

Education & Experience

Dr. Kathem Talebian is a general dentist with advanced training and experience in oral and periodontal surgical procedures and more than 50 years of clinical experience. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with honours from the University of Baghdad and completed a four-year postdoctoral oral surgery program in the United Kingdom, where he attained his Fellowship in Dental Surgery (FDSRCS) from the Royal College of Surgeons. Dr. Talebian has practised in both Canada and the UK, providing a full range of general dentistry, orthodontic, and surgical care.

Practice Philosophy

Dr. Talebian is committed to delivering patient-centred care that emphasizes comfort, communication, and long-term oral health. He offers comprehensive dental services, including cosmetic procedures, tooth extractions, dental implants, bone grafts, wisdom tooth removal, and a variety of periodontal services. He has completed orthodontic training programs at the University of British Columbia and through the International Orthodontic Association. For patients who experience dental anxiety or require complex procedures, he offers oral sedation to help.

Away From The Practice

Outside of dentistry, Dr. Talebian is a devoted family man who loves spending time with his wife, Sawsan, and their four grown children. Fluent in Arabic, Farsi, and English, he also enjoys painting and creative pursuits in his free time.

Dr. Hill, General Dentist

Dr. Walter Herrador

Dr. Hill

Education & Experience

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Practice Philosophy

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Away From The Practice

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Education

Dr. Bob graduated from McGill University in 1982 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Treatment Philosophy

When it comes to how he provides dental care, Dr. Bob is a big believer in doing things right the first time. As a general dentist, he provides a wide array of services, but his favourite aspects of his job include surgery, cosmetic treatments, and smile rejuvenation.

Interests

Outside of the office, Dr. Bob enjoys travelling, hiking, cycling, going to the movies, and seeing his grandchildren. He’s also an avid gardener. Just ask about his indoor houseplant jungle in his apartment! During the COVID-19 shutdown, Dr. Bob continued to support his patients by providing emergency dental services. He has three kids – Michelle, a computer science graduate of UBC; Lisa, a realtor; and Christopher, a computer engineer. Dr. Bob grew up in Montreal but has lived in Fraser Valley for more than three decades.

Dr. Williams, General Dentist

Dr. Walter Herrador

Dr. Williams

Education & Experience

Bio to come

Practice Philosophy

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Away From The Practice

Education

Dr. Bob graduated from McGill University in 1982 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree.

Treatment Philosophy

When it comes to how he provides dental care, Dr. Bob is a big believer in doing things right the first time. As a general dentist, he provides a wide array of services, but his favourite aspects of his job include surgery, cosmetic treatments, and smile rejuvenation.

Interests

Outside of the office, Dr. Bob enjoys travelling, hiking, cycling, going to the movies, and seeing his grandchildren. He’s also an avid gardener. Just ask about his indoor houseplant jungle in his apartment! During the COVID-19 shutdown, Dr. Bob continued to support his patients by providing emergency dental services. He has three kids – Michelle, a computer science graduate of UBC; Lisa, a realtor; and Christopher, a computer engineer. Dr. Bob grew up in Montreal but has lived in Fraser Valley for more than three decades.

Bio to come

Meet Dr. Kathem Talebien

Dr. Kathem Talebien

Dr. Kathem Talebien

Dr. Kathem Talebian, a general dentist, brings a wealth of knowledge of dentistry to Lifetime Dental at Sevenoaks. With over 40 years’ experience caring for smiles, you can feel at ease when you’re in his chair.

Treatment Philosophy

Dr. Kathem’s main focus is preventive dentistry because he wants to help you avoid dental problems before they start. And if you do have an oral health concern, he will treat it before it turns into something bigger. While he routinely performs simple treatments, such as fillings, he loves the challenge of taking on complex procedures. You can expect gentle and caring dentistry when you see him. 

Interests

“Dr. T” is happily married to his wife Sawsan. Together they have four children – Karim, Majid, Shirina, and Razan. Their family includes a dog named Rocky and a cat named Zoro. Dr. T enjoys painting and sports. Before coming to Canada, he lived in Iraq and England. Dr. T’s son, Karim, plans to follow in his footsteps and become a dentist.

Meet Dr. Owais Iqbal

Dr. Iqbal

Dr. Owais Iqbal

Dr. Iqbal

Dr. Owais Iqbal, general dentist, enjoys all facets of dentistry, but he is particularly interested in dental implants and facial injectables treatment.

Education

Before studying dentistry, Dr. Owais completed his undergraduate degree in cell biology and genetics at the University of British Colombia. He achieved his Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science and Graduate Diploma in Dentistry from Griffith University, Gold Coast QLD, Australia, in 2016, and completed the National Dental Examination Board Certification process in June 2017. In 2019, he completed the Hiossen Implant Basic Master Program in Burnaby.

Treatment Philosophy

When it comes to recreating smiles, Dr. Owais believes implants are the “standard of care.” He says this restorative treatment greatly “improves the quality of patients’ lives.” In order to help anxious patients relax, he offers conscious sedation. And, he can straighten smiles as a certified Invisalign provider.

Interests

When he’s not at the office, Dr. Owais can be found hiking, swimming, or carving his way down the local mountain on his snowboard.

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