Meet Our Dentists
Dr. Pawan Nyachhyon
General Dentist | BDS, FCPS
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Dr. Pawan Nyachhyon received his Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Sindh in 1998. After being licensed as a dentist in Alberta, he began practicing general dentistry at Westmount Dental Centre.
Dr. Nyachhyon is committed to providing quality dental care for the well-being of his patients. His mission is to create long-lasting smiles in his patients.
An active member of the Canadian Dental Association and Alberta Dental Association, he is a staunch supporter of lifetime learning to stay abreast with current trends in dentistry and improve his patients' oral health.
When he's not in the office, Dr. Nyachhyon loves to read, travel, and listen to music. He volunteers for community events, and in his spare time enjoys swimming, yoga, and spending time with his wife and children.
Dr. Adrian Hofmann
General Dentist | DDS
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Dr. Adrian Hofmann graduated from the University College Cork Faculty of Dentistry. He completed a Master of Science in Cell and Systems Biology and a double major in biochemistry and human biology, graduating magna cum laude at the University of Toronto.
He believes patient interaction is the most enjoyable part of dentistry and does his best to provide a relaxing environment for his patients, ensuring they have a safe, successful and enjoyable visit. In addition to common dental procedures such as fillings, root canal treatments, crowns and veneers, Dr. Hofmann also provides Invisalign, botox and wisdom tooth extraction.
Outside the office, Dr. Hofmann started dental health outreach programs in Ireland, reaching out to low-income communities to provide oral health care. He enjoys spending time outside, gardening, hiking, camping and playing soccer.
Dr. Yashpreet Mann
General Dentist | DMD
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Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Dr. Mann studied Microbiology and Immunology and obtained his Doctorate in Dental Medicine (DMD) at the University of Manitoba.
He spent some time working in rural Manitoba, practicing all fields of general dentistry with a focus on oral surgery, root canals, and dental implants.
Dr. Mann moved to Edmonton in 2022, where he continues to deliver quality care in order to meet patients' expectations.
If he's not working at Westmount Dental Centre, then you can find him outdoors skiing/snowboarding, watching football and hockey, or out trying a new restaurant.
Dr. Kalim Nafisiyazdi
General Dentist | DDS
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Dr. Nafisiyazdi's academic journey began at The University of Calgary where he completed a Bachelor of Biological Sciences degree with Distinction.
He then obtained his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Sydney.
Dr. Nafisiyazdi is dedicated to actively listening to his patients and investing time to understand their desires and requirements. He does his best to maintain a welcoming demeanour and ensure a comfortable experience at the dentist's office.
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Nafisiyazdi enjoys spending time with family, friends, and his dog. He also likes watching movies, travelling, and swimming (when the weather permits!).
Dr. Maryam Abtahi
General Dentist | DDS
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Dr Abtahi is a General Dentist who received her first dental degree from the University of Sharjah in Dubai and a second dental degree from the University of Alberta in 2020.
Beyond dentistry, Dr Abtahi has three master's degrees in business from Silicon Valley and Dubai.
She enjoys practicing all aspects of dentistry and takes time to educate her patients about their oral health and the options available to them.
During her spare time, Dr Abtahi loves to read poetry, go for walks and spend time with her family.
Dr. Abtahi is fluent in English, Farsi and can get by with Spanish.
Dr. Rosen Karanov
General Dentist | DDS
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Dr. Karanov grew up in Edmonton and graduated from Ross Sheppard High School right across the street from Westmount Dental Centre.
He attended the University of Alberta for his undergraduate education, and in 2016 moved to sunny Australia to pursue his dental training in tropical North Queensland.
Dr. Karanov spent years working close to the Great Barrier Reef, as well as practicing in Tasmania and the Western Australian Outback.
He's spent most of his career in rural areas working with difficult cases and complicated dental histories, giving him the scope and confidence to provide a catered plan of care along the entire spectrum of patient needs.
He recently moved back to his familiar community of Edmonton and is now enjoying all the city has to offer.
