Leila S. Zadeh, DMD, FAGD
“My favorite aspect of dentistry is the deep human connection that comes with healing and care.”
Revive Dental Implant Center, Mesa, Arizona
The path for Leila S. Zadeh, DMD, FAGD, to becoming a dentist was paved with a passion for service and a commitment to making a positive impact on individuals with complex medical conditions. She recalls a childhood tradition of giving gifts to children in local hospitals during the holiday season with her parents.
“This tradition had a monumental impact on me as it not only provided a firsthand look at the positive influence that compassionate care can have on patients and their families, but it was also my first exposure to diverse patient pools with diverse medical presentations,” Zadeh said.
With a degree in neuroscience, Zadeh applied to dental school. She volunteered at the advanced care clinic, where postdoctoral residents treat patients with medically complex conditions and special needs. After finishing dental school, she was accepted to the same advanced education in general dentistry program as a resident. After completing her residency, she was awarded the Dr. Arthur B. Levy Award and scholarship “for demonstrating compassion, love of learning and altruism.” Shortly after, she accepted a position as clinical faculty to teach in the residency program.
These experiences helped prepare her for private practice at Revive Dental Implant Center, where she often treats patients with terminal dentition needing full-mouth rehabilitation.
“I am extremely proud to be part of a highly regarded practice that specializes in functional and esthetic transformations for patients who have often been turned away from other practices due to the complexity of their cases,” Zadeh said. “Seeing our patients’ lives become transformed is immensely fulfilling.”
Having completed over 1,000 hours of CE since being licensed in 2020, Zadeh’s commitment to lifelong learning stems from her belief that staying up to date with the latest in clinical dentistry is essential for delivering the highest quality care.
“My favorite aspect of dentistry is the deep human connection that comes with healing and care,” Zadeh said. “I believe treatment is more than just a mechanical act. I feel an obligation to be a team with my patients and to help them feel empowered to improve their overall health.”