Refining the Art of the Smile: The Swiss–Canadian Standard in Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry

In the upper echelons of cosmetic and reconstructive dentistry, mastery is not measured solely by technical skill, but by the harmony of science, artistry, and discernment. Professor Dr. Kelvin Afra exemplifies this rare balance. A Canadian board-certified prosthodontist, ITI Fellow, and globally recognized authority in implant and aesthetic dentistry, he brings a level of refinement that has earned him the trust of an exclusive international clientele — from Western public figures to members of Arab royal households.

Educated and trained in some of the world’s most prestigious institutions, Dr. Afra has elevated clinical care to an art form. His expertise ranges from the delicate precision of single ceramic veneers to the full-mouth transformation of zirconia implant reconstructions, each treatment guided by evidence-based protocols and a deep understanding of long-term function.

Beyond his private consulting practice in the UAE and advanced implant surgery work in North America, Dr. Afrashtehfar has shaped the future of dentistry as a full-time professor at Ajman University. His academic contributions — recognized with a UAE Golden Visa for exceptional university talent — have been paralleled by a prolific research career, earning him a place among the top 2% of scientists worldwide (Stanford University).

His distinguished fellowships — FRCD(C) and FDS RCS(Eng) — and his affiliations with elite institutions such as the University of Bern, where he trained under the foremost names in implant dentistry, underscore his international stature. As Vice President of the Evidence-Based Dentistry Network at the IADR and a member of multiple editorial boards, he influences both the academic and clinical frontiers of his specialty.

Fluent in several languages and steeped in a global cultural perspective, Dr. Afrashtehfar’s approach remains anchored in a timeless ethos: precision without compromise, aesthetics without artifice, and patient care without concession. For those seeking the highest standard in cosmetic and implant dentistry — whether in the GCC, North America, or beyond — his name represents not just expertise, but excellence refined to its purest form.