Dentistry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, with advancements that are reshaping how oral health is managed and improved. Cutting-edge technology, patient-centered care, and innovative treatments are elevating the profession beyond the traditional dental experience. From digital dentistry and AI-driven diagnostics to revolutionary approaches in cosmetic and restorative treatments, the modern dentist is not just a healthcare provider but a visionary in oral health. For patients seeking the best possible care, knowing which top dentists to trust is crucial. This year, a select group of professionals is setting new standards, blending clinical expertise with artistic precision and an eye for the future. Whether you’re looking for state-of-the-art implants, advanced orthodontics, or simply the best in preventive care, these top dentists to watch in 2024 are at the forefront of a dental revolution. Let’s dive into who they are and what makes them stand out.
Iancu Maria
Dr. Maria Iancu is a passionate dentist with 5 years of experience who dedicates her time and energy to bringing beautiful smiles to her patients. After working in Dubai, where she excelled in dental veneers and aesthetics, she studied the most modern techniques in England, such as Smile Design and the Bioclear method. Every patient is important to her, so she uses her knowledge in psychopedagogy and personal development to create a warm and welcoming environment. Dr. Maria Iancu understands that visiting the dentist can be stressful, so she makes sure that every patient feels comfortable and understood, helping them overcome their fears and anxieties. In addition, her PhD in dental materials gives her a solid foundation in the science behind dental treatments, enabling her to provide the best-customized solutions. With a warm smile and empathy, Dr. Maria Iancu is here to transform not only smiles but also experiences!
Takahide Ibusuki, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Dr. Takahide Ibusuki is an esteemed dentist specializing in Cariology and Operative Dentistry. He graduated from Kyushu University with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree in 2010 and completed his Ph.D. at Tokyo Medical and Dental University in 2016. His research on white spot lesions, including his groundbreaking study on Swept Source Optical Coherence Tomography (SS-OCT), has contributed significantly to the field.
Currently, Dr. Ibusuki serves as the Director of TOOTH CREATE TOKYO and has been an Official Lecturer for Icon at YOSHIDA Corporation since 2021. His expertise in no-drill treatments using Icon has been pivotal in boosting the product’s popularity in Japan, reaching the top 8 in sales rankings by 2023.
In 2024, Dr. Ibusuki was appointed as a Key Opinion Leader (KOL) for DMG, Germany, in Japan, further solidifying his reputation in the dental industry. His international presence includes speaking at prestigious events like VIDEC in Vietnam. Through his clinical and research achievements, Dr. Ibusuki continues to push the boundaries of modern dentistry.
Dr. Ahmad Ibrahim D.M.D
Dr. Ahmad obtained the Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from Nova Southeastern University College of Dental Medicine. He is a part of the American Dental Association as well as the Michigan Dental Association. He is recognized among the top accomplished and skilled oral physicians, utilizing the most advanced state-of-the-art technology to perform the most complicated specialty surgeries and procedures in the dental field. Dr. Ahmad is known for his esthetic work as well as his pleasant and charismatic personality. He is always giving back to the community and work very diligently to provide the best care for his patients. He is a firm believer of conservative dentistry that is tailored to each patient’s needs. He is not only a doctor to his patients, He is also their friend!
Anthony Leonetti DMD
Dr. Leonetti is the founder and creator of SoHo Dental Group, a state-of-the-art dental practice located on Broadway in the heart of SoHo. Even though he started the practice right before the onset of a global pandemic, he has managed to grow his practice and make a name for himself as one of NYC’s most sought-after dentists. He specializes in cosmetic dentistry, implant dentistry, and Invisalign. He and his team have completed over 4,000 Invisalign cases. Because of this, Invisalign has named him one of their “Diamond Plus” providers. Dr. Leonetti continues to research and put into practice the newest and least invasive ways to treat his patients. He strives to give his patients the most comfortable, pain-free experience possible. With the recent rise of corporate and franchised dentistry, his unique commitment to developing relationships with his patients and improving the patient experience absolutely sets him apart.
Andrew Lund DDS
Dr. Andrew Lund is the founder and owner of Lund Family Dentistry in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Lund Family Dentistry’s mission is to provide its patients with the utmost care and the optimal treatment, in a welcoming and judgement-free zone.
One of Dr. Lund’s greatest pleasures is treating patients who suffer from dental anxiety from past traumatic experiences, and getting them comfortable for recurring treatment, all while overcoming their fears. He is passionate about providing under privileged communities with dental care through mission trips around the world whenever he has the opportunity.
Dr. Lund avidly pursues continued education, so that he can provide his patients with the highest level of skill and procedures. His dental interests include dental implants, root canals, cosmetic makeovers, and sleep dentistry.
Dr. Mariam Gevorgyan
Dr. Mariam Gevorgyan is a perfect example of a young, highly qualified specialist, who has already managed to specialize in several branches of dentistry, such as therapy, aesthetic dentistry, prosthodontics and Implantology, and creating a perfect smile, she complements the snow-white dentures with Lip Injections. She believes that, in order to become the best in every field, one must learn from the best․ That’s why, after receiving a bachelor’s degree, a master’s degree, and a resident title, she did not stop her education and is continuously trained by the best specialists around the world.
Mariam Gevorgyan is the co-founder of the “SMILE Design Dental Center”, which is considered one of the best clinics in the region equipped with the best equipment and medical devices and attracts patients with its unique design. Being a working mother and wife, she is sure that a woman can combine motherhood and career and she aims to inspire all mothers not to stop working, to keep moving forward and reach new heights. She works individually and thoroughly with every patient striving to give them the smile of their dreams.
Dr. Rafif Tayara
Dr. Rafif Tayara is an international speaker and lecturer in Oral Health, as well as an Ambassador and a key opinion leader for several global oral healthcare brands. She trained in Pediatric Dentistry both at St-Justine Children’s Hospital in Montreal and at Saint-Joseph University in Beirut. She currently lives in Dubai where she holds practices at Dr. Michael’s Children’s Dental Center, offering high-quality & specialized pediatric dentistry including nitrous oxide sedation and Oral Rehabilitation under General Anaesthesia, using the most up-to-date techniques and most proven behavior management approaches. She’s also one of the first Invisalign providers for children in the Middle East.
Dr. Rafif has lived and worked in Montreal, Beirut, Abu Dhabi, Doha, and Dubai gathering extensive experience of 18 years in treating children from all walks of life. She had the privilege of treating a huge diversity of healthy and sick kids from all over the world, in different healthcare systems both in the private and public sectors. Coming from a multicultural background, she is fluent in French, English, and Arabic. Her passion for languages led her to also study Italian and Portuguese. She says “This brings me closer to my little patients and families who I treat”.
Dr. Sep Pouresa
Dentist, Kinesiologist and INBA Men’s Physique athlete Dr. Sep Pouresa has been gaining popularity on Instagram as @dr.spouresa by crushing workouts and educating his followers about various domains of health, fitness and dentistry. His strong passion for health and education also resides in his contribution to the dental community. He adopts the approach of empowering and educating patients about their oral health so that they can more actively engage in the decision-making of their treatments.
Raised in Canada, he received both his kinesiology degree and dental doctorate at the prestigious McGill University and went on to pursue a residency in advanced general dentistry in California at the University of the Pacific. Dr. Pouresa is also a member of the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Association (AAOMP), the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), and the California Dental Association (CDA). His impact has been extensively recognized in the community from publications in the Health & Fitness Journal of Canada, recipient of the Lieutenant Governor’s Medal to features in magazines such as Generation Iron and The Disruptors.
Dr. Hawkar Gardi
Dr.Gardi with his vision to give a Beautiful, natural-looking smile is fulfilling his concept to bring the modern techniques of dentistry to global & local clients visiting his office which’s based in Erbil city, Kurdistan Region Of Iraq. Custom Smile Makeover is among Dr.Gardi’s most requested treatments, Using a combination of Orthodontics and Modern concepts of aesthetic & restorative dentistry like teeth Alignment with braces, clear aligners, ultra-thin shells of porcelain laminate veneers & crowns ( Hollywood smile ), Laser gum therapy, whitening -Philips zoom and restorations—Dr. Gardi can convert the appearance and health of your smile with the goal of achieving the optimum level of your wanted dream smile,
His Latest inventive techniques give less harming your natural teeth surface, functionally and aesthetically acceptable with consideration of most natural facial profile harmony. Dr.Gardi started his practice & career in dentistry in 2009 with, Bachelor’s degree from HMU university, Dentistry college, GP, Erbil, and M.Sc Degree in orthodontics, DPU University, Austria.
He is the Founder of Leroyal dental clinic 2015, Erbil, Founder of Denthouse Dental Supply company 2018, Erbil. He has also served as the High Council Board member of Kurdistan Dental Association and Member of the American Dental Association, Along with that, he has also received a postgraduate M.Sc degree in Austria, with multiple dental aesthetic hands-on training, smile design & minimal invasive porcelain laminate veneer training courses in Los Angeles & New York City, USA.
Dr. Aline Saade
Driven by passion and dedication, Dr. Aline Saade achieved success in the field of dentistry by being a well-regarded hard worker Endodontist. Her vision to become an expert dentist who wholeheartedly serves patients started after obtaining her Dental surgery degree in 1997, and then earning her master’s degree in Endodontics from Saint Joseph University in 2001.
Her 20+ years of practice weren’t just about treating patients but also becoming a mentor among fellow colleagues. Dental Experts Center was founded in 2015, as part of Dr. Saade vision to deliver expertise in dentistry and contribute to the community through developing her own team who serves patients and families.
Teamed up with a highly skilled group of 13 dentists covering all specialties, Dental Experts managed to gain the trust and satisfaction of the community it serves. The Center also achieved various accreditations such as the internationally-recognized Gold Seal Approval of the Joint Commission International (JCI).
Conclusion:
In 2024, the world of dentistry isn’t just about fixing teeth—it’s about creating smiles, improving lives, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in oral healthcare. The top dentists leading the charge are more than just practitioners; they are innovators who continuously refine their craft, offering patients exceptional results through the latest advancements and personalized care. As technology and expertise continue to intersect in new ways, these dental professionals are paving the way for a future where dental visits are not only more effective but also more comfortable and accessible for all. So, if you’re looking to take your dental health to new heights, keep these names on your radar—they’re shaping the future of smiles.
