Our Team
We’re a team of dentists and dental professionals who have come together to serve patients in the community we love and we strive to excel at what we do. We’re committed to ongoing learning and compassionate care - and our reward is seeing you smile. We’re grateful you’ve chosen Larry Uteck Dentistry and we look forward to serving you.
Dr. Nada Abdalla
Dr. Nada studied dentistry at Damascus University, and after graduation she completed a three-and-a-half-year residency program in prosthodontics. She has practiced dentistry in Syria, Saudi Arabia, and the United Kingdom. She and her husband moved to Manchester, UK after her residency, where she practiced dentistry in local hospitals. While she was in Manchester she provided comprehensive patient care in conservative and restorative dentistry. A believer in continuing education, Dr. Nada has taken extensive courses and training to maintain and enhance her expertise. She has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry.
Dr. Yaser Issa
Dr. Yaser has an extensive academic background in dentistry. He holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Damascus University, along with a Diploma of higher studies and a Master’s degree; a PhD in fixed prosthodontics and oral medicine from the University of Manchester, UK; and a DDS from Dalhousie University. At Dalhousie he received awards for his table clinic project and in conservative dental treatment.
Samantha
On Maternity leave
Registered Dental Assistant/ Assistant Manager
Samantha graduated from NSCC - IT in 2015 as a Level II Dental Assistant. She Joined our team in October 2019. She brings 6 years of dental assistant experience.
Samantha grew up in Bedford, Nova Scotia. She enjoys spending time with her two daughter, Georgia and Ember, and her husband Coady.
When she's not at work, Samantha can be found exploring the outdoors with her two little girls, and travelling to Cape Breton to spend time with family and friends.
Alexandra
Registered Dental Assistant
Alexandra graduated from NSCC-IT in 2015 as a Level II Registered Dental Assistant. She joined our team in September 2021. She brings 6 years of experience. Alexandra grew up in Bedford N.S and enjoys taking hikes with her dog Nova and boyfriend Terry. Outside of work, Alexandra can be found water fishing with her boyfriend, or spending time with family and friends.
Kaltrina
RDA
Kaltrina is a graduate of NSCC. She completed her Business Administration with a concentration in accounting in 2016. Soon after she graduated from the Dental Assisting Program and is now a Registered Dental Assistant.
Kaltrina’s favourite thing about her job is the interaction with our patients, and knowing that we are helping them be healthier. Our favourite part about having Kaltrina on the team is her warm and caring demeanor that instantly puts patients to ease.
Katrina’s biggest joy is her family especially her 2 nephews and niece. When she’s not in the clinic, Kaltrina enjoys being outdoors, exploring and keeping active. Kaltrina also has a passion for photography; she loves spending most of her weekends taking photos for families and weddings.
Sandra
Sandra has 20 yrs experience as a Dental Centre Manager. In September of 2020 she moved back to Nova Scotia after 30 yrs of living in Ontario. Sandra loves helping people with there dental needs and clarifying the need for diagnosed treatments. She is an expert at squeezing in patients who are in pain into a very busy schedule.
Sandra has 7 grandchildren and 1 dog named Riley! She can be found at the beach or cooking if she is not at work. Sandra is in enjoying be back in Nova Scotia and reconnecting with family and friends.
Sierra
On Maternity leave
Office Administrator
Sierra joined our team in August 2021. She is a graduate with a certification in dental medical administration. Outside of the dental office, Sierra can be found spending time with her partner and two beautiful daughters!
Jad
Office Administrator
Jad joined our team in May 2022. He is a recent graduate from Acadia University with a Bachelor of Science and Honours in Biology. Jad enjoys helping patients and providing a comprehensive understanding of their dental needs.
Jad enjoys spending time with family and friends, taking his dog Mozzie on hikes, and music in all forms! He played the piano for 9 years and is starting his vinyl collection. Jad is loving his new role as an Office Administrator and is excited to provide a satisfying experience at the dental office!
Nadine Hassanain, RDH, BSc
Dental Hygienist
Nadine joined our team in December 2022. She has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 17 years and was a dental assistant prior to that. Nadine is an experienced clinician and dental hygiene educator with a strong focus on preventive oral health promotion.
When not at work, Nadine enjoys spending time with her husband, Bassem, and their daughters. She loves to cook and try new recipes, hiking on the beautiful trails of Nova Scotia or getting lost in a good book.