CANADA WAY DENTAL - Key Persons


Dr. Afarin Pahlavan

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Pahlavan, General Dentist, has attained her Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D) degree from University of British Columbia and also holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) specializing in Life Sciences from UBC. She enjoys every aspect of dentistry such as restorative (fillings), crown and bridge, cosmetic dentistry, Invisalign, endodontics (Root Canal Treatment) and oral surgery such as wisdom teeth extraction. Dr. Pahlavan has special passion for cosmetic dentistry and has performed numerous smile makeover cases. By being an active member of various study clubs and attending dental conferences in continuing education, Dr. Pahlavan strives to stay current on the latest techniques and continues to deliver exceptional expertise in all aspects of dentistry. She is indeed an active member of the Vancouver & District Dental Society (VDDS), the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) and the Vancouver Iranian Dental Association (VIDA) study clubs. Dr. Pahlavan is enthusiastic to provide both her adult patients as well as their children with the most comprehensive dental care and is committed to serve their dental needs with passion. In spare times, Dr. Pahlavan enjoys outdoor activities such as jogging and biking, and she also loves to exercise, do yoga and cook.

Dr. Felix Zhang

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Felix Zhang completed his 1st Dental Degree in 1988 and received a Master Degree in Oral Surgery in 1991 in China. Dr. Zhang worked for 5 years as an oral surgeon before moving to Canada in 1996. He obtained a PhD Degree in Oral Health Sciences at the University of British Columbia in 2000 and a 2nd Dental Degree (DDS) in 2005 at the University of Alberta. Dr. Zhang worked in Calgary for 5 years and moved to Vancouver in 2010.

Dr. Neha Agarwal

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Neha Agarwal graduated with a BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery) degree in 2011 and went on to specialize in OMFS (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery) and got her MDS degree in 2015. After practicing for some time in India, she moved to the USA and immediately began to work on getting a DDS degree. With the skills and compassion towards improvising her knowledge, Dr. Agarwal graduated with a DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery) degree in 2020 from the most prestigious university in the USA, the University of Southern California. Dr. Agarwal was recognized for her excellent clinical skills and was selected to be a Teaching Assistant for her junior colleagues and has also been on the Dean's honour list throughout her DDS career. Dr. Agarwal also received Special Care Dentistry Association Award for her compassion and dedication towards treating patients with special needs. As an International dentist, Dr. Agarwal practiced in Washington State before she moved to British Columbia. Dr. Neha Agarwal practices all aspects of general dentistry such as fillings, crowns, bridges, root canal therapy, and extractions including wisdom teeth extraction to name a few. Dr. Agarwal believes in a patient-centric and gentle approach to making dental visits pleasant and comfortable for all her patients. She enjoys listening to her patients and educating and explaining everything in detail so they can be involved in their dental care and ensure the best approach is taken for each individual. Dr. Agarwal is very enthusiastic about learning and keeping abreast with the developments and trends in dentistry. She is a Certified Invisalign provider. Dr. Neha Agarwal is an active member of BCDA (British Columbia Dental Association), ADA (American Dental Association), AOMSI (Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons of India) and OKU Zeta Chapter Alumni Student Association. Dr. Neha Agarwal has a 2 years old, highly energetic boy who keeps her busy when she is at home. In her free time, Dr. Agarwal loves to go out with her family and explore new places.

Dr. Shelina Harji

Job Titles:
  • General Dentist
Dr. Harji obtained her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree from University of Manitoba. Before her dental training, she attended Dalhousie University and completed her B.Sc. in Chemistry, BA in Biology and a diploma in Dental Hygiene. She has been practising dentistry for 19 years and is very passionate about general dentistry specifically. She enjoys all aspects of dental care, especially crown and bridge work. Dr. Harji believes that education is a life long commitment and strives to keep up with her skills. She has been a long time member of the Vancouver District Dental Society (VDDS). Dr. Harji is very excited to meet you and your family and is eager to help achieve great dental health. In free times, Dr. Harji likes travelling with her family to warm destinations, and enjoys cooking and spending time outdoors.