The Team
Dr. Farha Sardar- Dentist
Dr. Farha Sardar- Dentist
Dr. Farha Sardar- Dentist
Farha is a dental graduate from the University of Toronto and a former Dental Officer with the Canadian Armed Forces. She moved to Halifax with the Canadian Armed Forces in 2012 and fell in love with the Maritimes. She, along with her husband and two children, has now chosen to make Halifax her home. Farha is passionate about Dental Sleep Medicine and has earned the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine Qualified Dentist status to provide patients with oral appliance treatment for snoring and/or obstructive sleep apnea. Outside of her enthusiasm for all aspects of clinical dentistry and patient care, she enjoys being involved in organized dentistry and spending quality time with her family
Dr. Rammi Hassan- Dentist
Dr. Farha Sardar- Dentist
Dr. Farha Sardar- Dentist
Raised in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Dr. Hassan earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry from Saint Mary’s University and his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from Dalhousie University. In his spare time, Dr. Hassan enjoys exploring the province with his wife and two children!
Tyra Barkhouse, RDH
Tyra Barkhouse, RDH
Tyra Barkhouse, RDH
Tyra joined our team last year after graduating from Oulton College with her diploma in Dental Hygiene! Tyra grew up locally on the western shore, and in her spare time she loves to spend time with her friends, fiance, and last but definitely not least- her beloved cat Bella.
RDH
Tyra Barkhouse, RDH
Tyra Barkhouse, RDH
Bio coming soon!
Amber Cleveland, RDA
Amber Cleveland, RDA
Amber Cleveland, RDA
Amber is a face you‘ll be seeing a lot of around Ocean Stone Dental! In her spare time, Amber loves horror films, staying active, and spending time with her partner, Nathan, and daughter, Clementine!
Ilira Mertezi, RDA
Amber Cleveland, RDA
Amber Cleveland, RDA
Ilira recently joined our team but has many years experience as a registered dental assistant! Ilira will always have you laughing and if there’s anything that needs to be fixed- she’s your gal! Outside of work, Ilira enjoys spending time with her family and gardening!
Cathy - Receptionist
Loren Holton, Practice Manager
Alison - Receptionist
Cathy loves acrylic painting and singing part-time in a rock-and-roll band. Her attitude is, you’re never too old to rock out!
Alison - Receptionist
Loren Holton, Practice Manager
Alison - Receptionist
Alison takes pride in being a dedicated worker and putting patients first. She has become a permanent fixture in this office. Her passion has been raising her large busy family. Alison enjoys the outdoors and the simple moments in life. Born to shop, Alison has earned the alias of “Bargain Betty”!
Loren Holton, Practice Manager
Loren Holton, Practice Manager
Loren Holton, Practice Manager
Loren was raised in Seattle, Washington before making the move over to Nova Scotia for university. She has a passion for dentistry and is happy to assist you with any questions or concerns you may have! In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her family and hiking with her dog, Walter!