"All Under One Roof"
By Kerry Delaney

Accenting the seven operatories and waiting areas is a collection of beautiful impressionist paintings. The influence of Van Gogh and Monet is ever present, with the long and winding hallway adorned with hand-painted irises. They thank the team of Definitely Innovative and Fran Ranger for designing and constructing a very special centre.

In addition to having an eye-pleasing office, the team is also passionate about technology in dentistry. They boast no less than 17 computer networks, with digital radiovisiography in all seven operatories. They employ the Argon Laser for curing, air abrasion, digital X-rays, Smile Simulation, and are headed towards Internet-based office management. Already, we are seeing systems in place for communicating with patients via newsletters, appointments, and even individual accounts.

Dr. Narang has brought together and exceptional team some 28 strong. For some time now, he has managed the practice with the goal of providing the finest in oral care in all aspects of general dentistry as well as specialized care. The mission is to employ expert dentists who along with themselves will handle almost any case that comes their way. It is a strategy that is best for patients, as it limits visits to one location, keeps patient cost to a minimum, and allows for that ongoing comfort level and confidence between the team and the client. With such efficient care, many will speak highly to others and recommend patronage.

Furthermore, it is a strategy that is best from an internal management perspective. Although there will always be some cases referred to area specialists, and the tem ahs a list of colleagues often called upon, it makes most sense to keep as many cases in-house as possible.

The head of the team Dr. Narang leads by example, completing an average of 100 hours of continuing education per year. "Teeth are for a lifetime," he says, so constant study is imperative as he looks toward the future. Arun is a University of Toronto product and today he enjoys spending time with his lovely wife, Veena, of 16 years, and their two children, Rishi, 11, and Shifali, seven. He is working towards accreditation with the A.A.C.D., and enjoys implant dentistry and orthodontics, and is an active O.D.A. member as he continues involvement with both the Toronto and American Academies of Cosmetic Dentistry. He is also a member of the Toronto Implant Study Club, the American Orthodontic Society, and the International Congress of Implantology. His passion for the future of dentistry is evident, and he enjoys participating with dental chat group Icanaden. His fluency in Hindi, Urdu and Punjabi aids in communicating with all at this Central Mississauga location, and if he's not practicing, you may find Arun playing squash / tennis or traveling.

Although not available for photos, Dr. Narang gives vast credit to three associates whose efforts and experience help in making this office so efficient and capable. With study and experience in so many of the specialties, this family of experts come together to offer thorough treatment of almost any case that comes their way.

Dr. Derakshan, a member of the C.D.A., the Canadian Academy of Periodontics, and the Ontario Association of Dental Specialists, brings some of his knowledge and experience from his homeland, Iran. His Canadian studies took place at Dalhousie, and now having practiced for 20 years, limits his focus to implant dentistry and treatment of periodontal diseases. He is registered with the R.C.D.S. as a Certified Specialist in Periodontics, and speaks Persian fluently.

Dr. Oleh Korol graduated with his Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Manitoba in 1971. He went on to a one-year internship at Toronto General Hospital and received his postgraduate degree in Oral Surgery and Anesthesiology from the U. of T. in 1978. In 1981, he received his MRCD(C) from the Royal College of Dentistry. Oleh was an active member of the Department of Surgery at the Doctor's Hospital until July 1998, where he was involved in TMJ orthoscopic surgery. He is an active member of OSOMS, the Ontario Society of OMF surgery, the O.D.A, and the C.D.A. Dr. Korol is an affiliate member of the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, and continues to have a special interest in treating anxious patients requiring intravenous sedation. Building boats and water sports are his passion away from the office.

Dr. Edward Venerus earned his Dentistry Degree from the U. of T. in 1992, and added this to his Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology. Since graduating, he has been a member of the O.D.A., and the Toronto Crown and Bridge Study Club, attending yearly conventions and numerous lectures and seminars. He practices all aspects of dentistry and enjoys the simplicity of mild cases along with the challenge of complex cases. Dr. Venerus returned to the Faculty of Dentistry at the U. of T. as a part-time instructor in 1997, and continues to teach in areas of Restorative Dentistry and Oral Medicine. He speaks Italian, and enjoys travel, reading and sports.

Dr. Narang insists that no team member is anymore valuable than another, and it's clear to all that with such a diversely qualified group, patients are in very good hands.

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