Dr. Tila Bahri
Founder of Tooth Fairy Kids
Born and raised in Iran, Dr. Tila earned her dental degree from Hacettepe University in Turkey before beginning her career in dentistry. Her early experiences inspired a lifelong passion for helping children and families achieve healthy, confident smiles.
Career Highlights:
- Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist
- Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada
- Assistant Professor at University of British Columbia Faculty of Dentistry
- MSc and Certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from UBC and BC Children's Hospital
- Practiced in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Newfoundland & Labrador
- Provides care in remote and underserved communities, including ongoing work in Haida Gwaii
- Member of NFHTI
- Fluent in English, Farsi, and Turkish
Dr. Tila is known for her gentle, child-centered approach and her use of clinical hypnosis and play-based techniques to help children feel calm, confident, and comfortable during dental visits.
She believes that positive dental experiences in childhood lay the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles and works to make every visit engaging, supportive, and fun.
When she's not caring for patients or teaching future dentists, Dr. Tila enjoys spending time with family and friends, dancing, flower arranging, and yoga.
