Dr. Irina Smirnova

Dr. Smirnova graduated from New York University Dental School. After graduating in 2007, she completed a residency program at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York. Dr. Smirnova has two wonderful daughters, an energetic a son, a cat and dog. She moved with her family to Ottawa and enjoys everything Ottawa has to offer. Ottawa has the perfect balance of city life and suburbia and they plan to live here for a long time. One of her long-time hobbies is figure skating, which she began when she was 5 years old. Ottawa, having the longest skating rink in the world, is yet another reason she loves this city.

When it comes to practicing dentistry, she loves working with patients of all ages, especially children. One thing you will hear Dr. Smirnova saying is: “I love to put a smile on my patients’ faces and I want my patients to feel satisfied with my work. I take pride in making my patients happy with their new smiles. I look forward to meeting new patients as well as their families. I think that it is important for my work to get to know the families of whom I treat. My passion for dentistry is to give my patients the very best of care”.

 

Dr.Rithima Sokhi

Dr. Rithima’s passion for dentistry shines through in her genuine care for each patient. With a kind-hearted approach, she ensures every individual receives personalized attention and compassionate treatment. For her, dentistry is more than a profession—it’s a way to make a positive impact on people’s lives, one smile at a time.

 

Dimitra Melehes

Dimitra has been at Viewmount Dental Centre since graduating at Algonquin and has continued her commitment, to all new and loyal patients of this office, throughout the few changes it has seen over the years. She was also a dental assistant for 5 years prior to graduating dental hygiene, which allowed her to work with many specialists and special needs patients, therefore bringing a wealth of first-hand knowledge to our patients. In the winter semester of College, she dedicates herself to training other hygiene students in the clinic of Algonquin College and has been doing so since 2006. Outside of the dental field, Dimitra loves spending her time learning about life from her young daughter and son, traveling to Greece to be with her immediate family and photography to have a recollection of what happens around her.

Michelle Jeannot

After graduating from Mount Saint Vincent University in 1992 Michelle moved to Ottawa from her hometown in Nova Scotia. After three years of working as a nanny, Michelle pursued her career in the dental field graduating from the Dental Assisting Program at Career Canada College in 1995. After 10 years of working chair-side, Michelle changed her focus to the administration side of the dental office. After 22 years in the dental field, Michelle is still passionate about being a patient advocate. There is nothing better than seeing our patients smile. Another passion of Michelle’s is her family. She enjoys spending time with her spouse and three beautiful children. Whether traveling or playing around the house they make my heart smile.

Alessandra Rocha

Alessandra has been dedicated to the dental field for over a decade, building her career through hard work, passion, and a genuine commitment to patient care. She began as a Level II Dental Assistant, where she gained extensive experience working alongside Dr. Smirnova and her team. During this time, she developed a strong foundation in clinical procedures, laboratory work, and administrative coordination, allowing her to understand all aspects of a dental practice.

Driven by her passion for oral health and patient education, Alessandra pursued her goal of becoming a Dental Hygienist in 2020. She graduated with honours and has since found true fulfillment in helping patients achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles. She takes pride in creating a comfortable environment and empowering her patients with the knowledge they need to care for their oral health.

Outside of the office, Alessandra enjoys travelling the world, exploring new restaurants, and spending quality time with her family

 

Angelina De Grazia

Certified Level II Dental Assistant. Born and raised in Ottawa, Angelina is a 2017 graduate from Algonquin College Dental Assistant program. She loves working with children and putting a smile on there face. She also enjoys assisting the doctors with there many dental procedures. Angelina had an interest in the dental field since she was 14 years old when she got braces and was at the dental office on a regular basis. When Angelina was in high school, she completed grade 11 and 12 co-ops at a dental office. In her free time, she loves going on long nighttime drives with her friends and brothers and getting ice coffee. She likes going out for nice dinners, going to concerts, and shopping.