Founder of Tooth Fairy Kids

Born and raised in Iran, Dr. Tila completed her dental education in both Iran and Turkey, earning her dental degree from Hacettepe University. She began her career practicing dentistry in Iran, where she cared for a diverse patient population. These early experiences inspired her lifelong commitment to helping children and families achieve healthy, confident smiles and reinforced her belief that everyone deserves a bright smile for life.

After moving to Canada, Dr. Tila earned her Canadian dental license from the University of British Columbia in 2011 and completed a General Practice Residency in Saskatoon, with a focus on treating children with dental trauma. She later completed her MSc and Diploma in Pediatric Dentistry at UBC and BC Children's Hospital, graduating in 2017.

Dr. Tila is a Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist, a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, and an Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia Faculty of Dentistry. Throughout her career, she has practiced in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and Newfoundland and Labrador, while also providing care in remote and underserved communities, including ongoing work in Haida Gwaii.

Known for her gentle, child-centered approach, Dr. Tila incorporates clinical hypnosis and play-based techniques into her practice to help children feel calm, confident, and comfortable during dental visits. By engaging children's imaginations and creating positive experiences, she helps transform dental care from something that may feel intimidating into something enjoyable and empowering.

Dr. Tila is an active member of the Canadian Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (CAPD), the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the Canadian Dental Association (CDA), the Canadian Society of Clinical Hypnosis (CSCH), and NFHTI.