The bella dentaire clinic
TEAM
DR. STAMATIS KOUNIARIS
Dr. Stamatis Kouniaris (Dr. K) earned a Bachelor’s degree in Anatomy and Cell Biology from McGill University before graduating with honours from the school’s Faculty of Dentistry. During his time at McGill University, Dr. K actively volunteered and fundraised for various initiatives providing dental care to underprivileged communities.
After receiving his Doctorate of Dental Medicine, Dr. K successfully completed a General Practice Residency at the Jewish General Hospital as Chief Dental Resident. He has received awards for his work in prosthodontics, implantology, periodontics, and orthodontics.
Recognized for his high level of professionalism and patient management, Dr. K ensures his patients are always at ease; encouraging them to ask questions, and taking the necessary time to understand their concerns. Dr. K attends to his personal and professional growth by attending dental conferences and courses. In his spare time, Dr. K enjoys reading and spending time with his family. He is a proud father and husband.
DR. AURÉLIE AKL
Graduated in 2021 from the University of Montreal with a double curriculum, earning her Doctorate in Dental Medicine as well as her Master’s in Dental Sciences, Dr. Aurélie Akl is a general dental practitioner who strives for excellence. Following her graduation, she completed a General Practice Residency at the Montreal General Hospital under McGill University, where she further honed her clinical acumen and skills in a specialized environment. Passionate about surgery, she decided to pursue a year-long internship in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York: a pivotal experience which allowed her to engage in complex surgical cases and learn from leaders in the field.
Dr Aurélie believes in fulfilling her vision to offer the highest quality and most up-to-date general dentistry to her patients. Therefore, she continues her involvement in academia, research as well as continued education. Her warm personality, her listening ability, her intellectual curiosity and her attention to details make her a trusted healthcare professional appreciated by her patients.
DR. MARY BOTROS
Dr. Mary Botros is dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality dental care for patients of all ages. Known for her gentle approach and focus on patient education, she strives to ensure that every visit is both comfortable and informative. Her philosophy centers on promoting long-term oral health while helping patients achieve smiles that reflect balance, harmony, and confidence.
Dr. Botros earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from the Alexandria School of Dentistry and successfully completed her Canadian dental equivalency exams. She remains committed to continuous professional growth, regularly pursuing advanced training and continuing education to stay current with the latest innovations in modern dentistry.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Botros enjoys spending time with her family and spending her time doing hobbies that she loves.
DR. SYDNEY PATEL
Dr. Sydney Patel earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (D.M.D.) from the University of Saskatchewan in 2025. She also completed a Bachelor’s degree in Health Studies with a Minor in Biochemistry at the University of Regina between 2017 and 2021.
Her philosophy of care focuses on building lasting trust through compassionate communication and creating a welcoming environment where patients feel genuinely cared for. Dr. Patel is dedicated to providing thorough, high-quality treatment and continues to expand her knowledge to offer the most advanced and effective dental care available.
Outside the clinic, Dr. Patel values balance and wellbeing. She enjoys staying active, reading, travelling, exploring her new city, and meeting new people.
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