
Our Team
Our dentists have established a reputation for delivering world-class results with a gentle and compassionate touch, routinely developing lifelong relationships with Burnaby families through the transformation of individual smiles.
The loyalty of the patients of Acu Dental speaks volumes about the value they place on our unique and caring dentists.

Dr. Shelina Harji
General Dentist

Dr. Reza Aran
Certified Specialist in Orthodontics
His experience in preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry built a strong foundation in his approach to offering a healthy, functional, and aesthetic bite and smile for his orthodontic patients.
- Specialty Certified Specialist in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics
- Degrees Doctor of Dental Surgeon (D.D.S)
- Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D)
- Master of Cranio-facial Science (MSc)
- Distinctions Fellow of the Royal College of the Dentists of Canada (RCDC)
- Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics (ABO)
- Member of Canadian Association of Orthodontists (CAO)
- American Association of Orthodontists (AAO)
- Pacific Coast Society of Orthodontists (PCSO)
- BC Dental Association (BCDA)
- Canadian Dental Association (CDA)

Dr. Afarin Pahlavan
General Dentist
Dr. Houshyar Ghandi
Our Professional Team
Our Professional Team
Office Manager Sofia and the Acu Dental administrative and professional dental support team strive to make each and every appointment efficient and enjoyable for our patients. Whether it’s scheduling, patient education, or helping you with your financial arrangements or insurance plans, our team is proud to serve.
Acu Dental & Orthodontics is proudly owned by Dr. A. Shivji Dental Corporation
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