Shagofa has been a Registered Dental Hygienist in Ontario since 2006 and focuses on preventive dental care, patient education and individualized oral hygiene treatment.

Education and Professional Training

Shagofa graduated from the Toronto College of Dental Hygiene and Auxiliaries. Her background also includes studies in business and completion of a Chair Side Dental Assistant program.
Her professional education includes the American Dental Hygiene Board Examination as well as additional training in nitrous oxide, soft tissue curettage and local anesthesia.
She is also certified in CPR and infection control.

Her Approach to Dental Hygiene

Shagofa believes patients should understand their oral health, not simply receive treatment.
She creates individualized hygiene plans, sets achievable oral-health goals and explains each stage of the dental hygiene process. She also uses visual educational tools to help explain oral hygiene, gingivitis, periodontitis and the relationship between oral and overall health.
She continues to expand her knowledge through continuing education.

Languages Spoken

Shagofa communicates in English, Dari, Farsi, Hindi and Urdu.

Professional Memberships

She is registered with the College of Dental Hygienists of Ontario and is a member of the Ontario Dental Hygienists’ Association.

Outside the Dental Office

Outside work, Shagofa enjoys travelling, sports, reading, dancing, entertaining, event planning, organizing and spending time with her family.