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Archana Karkhanis-Lavana, DMD, is one of the general dentists at Family Dental Group, which has locations in Gardner, Paxton, and Northborough, Massachusetts.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana graduated in 2000 from Tufts University Dental School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in dentistry in 1995 from Pune University’s Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College in Dhankawadi, India.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, and its local affiliate, the Worcester Dental Society.
She completed a fellowship from the International Dental Implant Association and is placing implants at the Gardner office of the Family Dental Group.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana strongly believes that her patients deserve the best available care. To achieve that proficiency, she is educated in single-visit crown technology (CEREC) and dental laser technology to reduce anesthesia and achieve painless dentistry.
Dr.Karkhanis-Lavana is compassionate and gentle toward her patients. She and her staff will strive to make dental visits painless and anxiety-free.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana finished the Frank Spears Institute Course in Aesthetic Excellence at Scottsdale, Arizona.
In her free time, Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana is an avid reader and a travel enthusiast. She loves spending time with her twin daughters, Kiara and Karisma, and her son, Ruhan. She has been happily married to Dr. Nikhil Lavana for 20 years.
“Everyone from the office staff to dental assistant to Dentist were very personable and competent. It was a very good experience all around with helpful explanations and efficient care provided.”
Nikhil M. Patel, DMD, is an experienced family dentist who can treat the oral health needs of your entire family at his self-titled office in Worcester, Massachusetts. He and his welcoming staff cater to patients from right in town to surrounding communities, restoring and enhancing smiles with care and compassion. Born in India, Dr. Patel graduated with a bachelor of dental surgery degree from Government Dental College and Hospital in Ahmedabad, India, in 1983. In the United States, he received his doctor of dental medicine degree from Boston University in 1990. Dr. Patel places an emphasis on forming close personal relationships with his patients, one of the hallmarks of his practice. He specializes in a variety of general and cosmetic dentistry services, including crowns and bridges, teeth whitening, clear braces, and preventive dentistry. Never one to rest on his laurels, Dr. Patel hones his craft by taking at least 50-60 hours of continuing education each year, which helps him to stay current on the latest dental techniques and technology. He’s also a member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, the Worcester District Dental Society, and the Academy of Laser Dentistry. When he’s not in the office, Dr. Patel enjoys spending time his wife and their three children and two grandchildren.
Archana Karkhanis-Lavana, DMD, is one of the general dentists at Family Dental Group, which has locations in Gardner, Paxton, and Northborough, Massachusetts.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana graduated in 2000 from Tufts University Dental School. She earned a bachelor’s degree in dentistry in 1995 from Pune University’s Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College in Dhankawadi, India.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana is an active member of the American Dental Association, the Massachusetts Dental Society, and its local affiliate, the Worcester Dental Society.
She completed a fellowship from the International Dental Implant Association and is placing implants at the Gardner office of the Family Dental Group.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana strongly believes that her patients deserve the best available care. To achieve that proficiency, she is educated in single-visit crown technology (CEREC) and dental laser technology to reduce anesthesia and achieve painless dentistry.
Dr.Karkhanis-Lavana is compassionate and gentle toward her patients. She and her staff will strive to make dental visits painless and anxiety-free.
Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana finished the Frank Spears Institute Course in Aesthetic Excellence at Scottsdale, Arizona.
In her free time, Dr. Karkhanis-Lavana is an avid reader and a travel enthusiast. She loves spending time with her twin daughters, Kiara and Karisma, and her son, Ruhan. She has been happily married to Dr. Nikhil Lavana for 20 years.
“Everyone from the office staff to dental assistant to Dentist were very personable and competent. It was a very good experience all around with helpful explanations and efficient care provided.”
Nikhil Lavana, DMD, is one of the general dentists practicing at Family Dental Group, which has locations in Gardner, Paxton, and Northborough, Massachusetts.
He graduated with honors in 2000 from Boston University’s Goldman School of Dentistry. He’s a 1995 graduate with honors from Pune University Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College in Dhankawadi, India He completed a master’s degree in dental biomaterials at Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Dr. Lavana is an active member of the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, and its local affiliate, the Worcester Dental Society. He is also a member of the local chapter of the Spear® Study Club, a dental practice continuing education effort by Spear Education LLC in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Dr. Lavana takes great pride in practicing dentistry and being on the cutting edge of dental technology. He is educated on single crown technology (CEREC) and dental lasers (Waterlase MD® from BIOLASE® Inc.), used for restorations without anesthesia, especially in children and periodontal surgeries with quick healing results.
Dr. Lavana has logged countless continuing education hours to master these technologies and is a certified expert in the field. He’s gentle and compassionate toward his patients. He’s comfortable doing all aspects of general dentistry, including veneers and cosmetic work, implant restorations, crown and bridge, root canal therapy, extractions, and tooth-colored fillings.
He is certified in Invisalign® (invisible braces) and is on the preferred provider list for providing treatment.
Dr. Lavana completed Dr. Frank Spears’ workshops in aesthetic dentistry and is working toward his fellowship with the American Association of General Dentistry.
Dr. Lavana has a keen interest in sports and movies. You can engage in conversations with him about sports of all kinds.
“Very thorough. Walked ne through every step of the plan, answered all questions and made me feel very comfortable. Jamie, In the front office is amazing as well!”
Since graduating from Boston University Dental School in 1983, Dr. Templer has kept up a continuous commitment to educating himself in his field, adding new skills, and staying current on innovations and technology.
He has completed the Postdoctoral Course in Conscious Sedation at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Montefiore Medical Center, External Postdoctoral Courses in Implant Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry and a Maxi Course in Oral Implantology. His other accomplishments include a Mini-residency in Implant Dentistry at Tufts University.
Dr. Templer is a member of the American Dental Association and the Massachusetts Dental Society. At the Dawson Center for Advanced Dental Studies, Dr. Templer continues to hone the skills and principles of quality, successful dentistry, thorough patient care, and effective dental practice.
You might find Dr. Templer fishing, motorcycling, and traveling when he’s not in the office providing his knowledgeable service and skilled dental care.
Assia Fain, DMD, PhD, is an experienced family dentist at Lakeside Family Dental, providing complete oral health care to people of all ages living in and around Shrewsbury, Massachusetts.
Dr. Fain began her career in Moscow, Russia. There, she earned her first dental degree and completed a residency and post-doctoral thesis in orthodontics. Dr. Fain also served as head of the orthodontic department at the Moscow Center of Pediatric Dentistry, where she specialized in the treatment of cleft lip and palate.
In 1977, Dr. Fain moved to the United States. She worked as a dental hygienist for several years, before completing her board certification tests. After earning a second dental degree from the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine at Boston University, Dr. Fain opened her private practice –– the fulfillment of a lifelong dream.
Each year, Dr. Fain attends more than 100 hours of advanced training classes and lectures. Her knowledge and expertise ensure individuals and families receive the highest quality care and the most advanced treatment possible.
Dr. Fain proudly holds membership in several professional organizations, including the International Team for Implantology, the American Dental Association, the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Association of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Cleft Lip and Palate Association, and the Massachusetts Dental Society.
Outside of work, Dr. Fain enjoys spending time with her husband, Vitaly Fain, PhD, a professor and renowned specialist in artificial intelligence.
Nikhil Lavana, DMD, is one of the general dentists practicing at Family Dental Group, which has locations in Gardner, Paxton, and Northborough, Massachusetts.
He graduated with honors in 2000 from Boston University’s Goldman School of Dentistry. He’s a 1995 graduate with honors from Pune University Bharati Vidyapeeth Dental College in Dhankawadi, India He completed a master’s degree in dental biomaterials at Marquette University School of Dentistry in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
Dr. Lavana is an active member of the American Dental Association, Massachusetts Dental Society, and its local affiliate, the Worcester Dental Society. He is also a member of the local chapter of the Spear® Study Club, a dental practice continuing education effort by Spear Education LLC in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Dr. Lavana takes great pride in practicing dentistry and being on the cutting edge of dental technology. He is educated on single crown technology (CEREC) and dental lasers (Waterlase MD® from BIOLASE® Inc.), used for restorations without anesthesia, especially in children and periodontal surgeries with quick healing results.
Dr. Lavana has logged countless continuing education hours to master these technologies and is a certified expert in the field. He’s gentle and compassionate toward his patients. He’s comfortable doing all aspects of general dentistry, including veneers and cosmetic work, implant restorations, crown and bridge, root canal therapy, extractions, and tooth-colored fillings.
He is certified in Invisalign® (invisible braces) and is on the preferred provider list for providing treatment.
Dr. Lavana completed Dr. Frank Spears’ workshops in aesthetic dentistry and is working toward his fellowship with the American Association of General Dentistry.
Dr. Lavana has a keen interest in sports and movies. You can engage in conversations with him about sports of all kinds.
“Very thorough. Walked ne through every step of the plan, answered all questions and made me feel very comfortable. Jamie, In the front office is amazing as well!”
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