Dental Staff at Alpine Dental
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Dr. Doris Vengjen
Dr. Doris Vengjen graduate from University of Montreal in 2004 with Doctorat en Medecin Dentaire. She is on an ongoing basis attending seminars in continuing education, in Rondeau orthodontics, Invisalign , Cosmetics dentistry seminars, George Hare endodontic, Nitrous Oxide Sedation certificate, and starting two years ago a curriculum at Dowson Academy, all to succeed to excellencies, bring her skills and quality to dentistry with a gentle and caring touch. Passion, patience and perfection is what to expect from her.

Dr. Allen Aptekar
Dr. Allen Aptekar studied at the University of Toronto, earning his Bachelors of Science degree in Biology. He continued his studies at the University Of Saskatchewan College Of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree with distinction. Dr. Aptekar then went on to complete a one-year hospital residency at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center and the University of Toronto in Toronto, Ontario. Dr. Aptekar also has attained Fellowship status from the International Congress of Oral Implantology. Dr. Aptekar has authored and co-authored several articles in refereed professional dental journals. He also lectures on dental implants to other dentist and denturists. He practices in the greater Toronto area, with a special interest and focus in oral surgery and implantology. In his spare time, Dr. Aptekar enjoys fitness training, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his wife and two boys.

David Istzer David Istzer has over 10 years of experience and has developed a reputation for creating high quality, aesthetic solutions in the field of dentures. Specializing in premium dentures and implants, including “All on 4 Permanent Teeth in a Day”, David strongly believes that education is the key to his patient's success. He is a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Denturism and extensively involved with the College of Denturists of Ontario as a Board examiner. was elected and served as a council member of the college of Denturist for one term and is a part owner of Tooth Crafters Denture Services, which has grown to be one of the largest Denture Clinics in Ontario!

Sandy Popow - Business Assistant and Office Manager
Sandy worked in the dental profession and in this practice for over 30 years...starting as a chair assistant, progressing to business assistant and taking on the role of Office Manager. The depth of Sandy's experience enables her to provide meaningful answers to any questions that you may have in connection with dental health needs. We at Alpine Dental care about your oral health… so call Sandy to book an appointment that fits your schedule.

Lilibeth - Dental Assistant Lilibeth started assisting in this practice 13 years ago and continues to enjoy working here. She loves to be around people and has the natural ability to make them feel at ease with the whole procedure going as smoothly as possible. “It is amazing to see patients look happy & comfortable at the end of each appointment especially if they were apprehensive prior to the procedure. Seeing their FEAR of Dentist disappearing is a pleasant feeling!”

Jo- Anne Hamilton- Hygienist
Jo-Anne is our renowned dental hygienist. She grew up in Thornhill, Ontario and graduated from St. Claire College in Windsor, Ontario in 1991. Jo-Anne has been practicing dental hygiene for the past 19 years and truly enjoys assisting patients in their dental care needs. Jo-Anne has the ability to help make everyone feel comfortable and relaxed at all times and she continues to provide the highest standards of dental hygiene care. Building positive relationships with all our patients is something Jo-Anne strives for each and every day.

All our professionals at Alpine Dental maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in dentistry.

Doris Vengjen D.D.S.