Meet Your
Dental Family

Hi! I’m Taylor, and I have had the pleasure of working at Bow River Dental Centre since 2019. I grew up in Red Deer, then moved to Edmonton to complete a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and the Doctor of Dental Surgery program at the University of Alberta. I love living in Cochrane, and can most often be found exploring the amazing trails in the area with my dog. My favourite part of dentistry is building relationships with patients that I get to see ongoing over time. I love treating patients of all ages, and look forward to the opportunity to meet you in the office!

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My name is Kyla Waknuk. I was raised in Ponoka, Alberta and attended the University of Alberta for three years before beginning dental school at the University of Saskatchewan. I then began my career as a dentist in Saskatoon. I am so excited to continue my career in providing care and treatment for the people of Cochrane.

I am passionate about individualized dental care and providing quality dental treatment to meet the needs and goals of each patient. My priority is to provide a comfortable environment for my patients with judgement-free care. I am excited to get to know you and your family!

With over 25 years of dentistry passion, I graduated from the University of Alberta in 1996. My early interest in craftsmanship, inspired by my father, translates into my dental practice. Post-graduation, I served as a Captain in the Armed Forces, gaining advanced surgery training. In 2002, I founded Enhance Dental Care and later transitioned to an associate dentist role, focusing on surgery and patient care.

I'm committed to continuous education, with advanced courses in cosmetic dentistry, bite reconstruction, and surgery from the Pankey Institute and Spear Education. My practice emphasizes trust, respect, and overcoming dental fears through IV sedation and thorough patient communication. Joining Bow River Dental, I'm excited to contribute to your dental health goals.

Dr. Amit Patel brings over a decade of experience to Bow River Dental Centre, focusing on providing compassionate and expert care in Endodontics. A proud Calgarian, Dr. Patel earned his dental degree from the University of Saskatchewan in 2009 before returning to Alberta to practice in communities across the province, including Calgary, Fort McMurray, Langdon, and Chestermere.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Patel enjoys quality time with his wife and young daughter, exploring Alberta’s landscape, and staying up to date on advancements in science and technology. Dr. Patel looks forward to helping you achieve your oral health goals!

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Dr. Iman Yazdanbod completed his undergraduate studies in Bioinformatics with honours at the University of Calgary, where he was involved in numerous research projects. He then graduated from McGill School of Dentistry in Montreal. After working in Calgary for many years, Dr. Yaz is now excited to further extend his Cochrane roots.

Dr. Yaz’s foremost priority is to establish personal relationship with every one of his patients. He has also taken extensive hours of continuing education ranging from conservative restorative treatments, root canal therapy, myofunctional therapy, complex crown and bridge treatments, periodontal (gum) surgery, sedation, children’s dentistry, and Invisalign. Now, He is very eager to join Bow River Dental Centre to provide for your dental care needs.