Dr. Ernest Cholakis
DMD, MBA
Dr. Ernest Cholakis obtained his DMD in 1982 from the University of Manitoba and his MBA in 2002 from the University of Chicago Graduate School of Business. He had attended the very first University based "Esthetic Continuum" at Case Western Reserve University in 1992 and followed that up with a continuing education certificate in Cosmetic Dentistry from UCLA in 1998. He then attended the Misch Institute program in Implant dentistry at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Cholakis received his fellowship in the International College of Oral Implantology in 1996.
Since that time Dr Cholakis has placed and restored thousands of dental implants, making him arguably Winnipeg's most experienced dentist in placing and restoring dental implants.
He is an instructor for Nobel Biocare - the worlds oldest and largest dental implant company in the world. In the last two years he has mentored over 45 dentists in placing their first implant.
He maintains a private practice in Winnipeg devoted to implant and fixed prosthetic dentistry.
Academically Dr Ernest Cholakis is an Assistant Professor and Co-Director of Dental Practice Management Studies. He is also the Founding Chairperson of the Deans Advisory Board, Faculty of Dentistry, University of Manitoba.
He is a recipient of Her Majesty's Golden Jubilee Medal for his contributions to the dental profession and his community.
In June, 2014 the Winnipeg Art Gallery welcomed Dr. Cholakis as the new Chair of the Board of Governors.
Dr. Anastasia Cholakis
PERIODONTIST, BA, DMD, Dip., Perio., FRCD(C)
Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis obtained her BA from the University of Winnipeg in 1988 and her DMD and Diploma in Periodontics from the University of Manitoba in 1992 and 1998. She also attended the Misch Institute Program in Implant Dentistry at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Cholakis is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a member of the Canadian and American Academy of Periodontists. Dr. Cholakis specializes in periodontics and implant dentistry and is an Associate Professor and Acting Director of the Graduate Periodontal Program at the University of Manitoba, Faculty of Dentistry*. She currently lectures nationally and internationally and has published articles in peer-reviewed journals.
*One of only four such programs across Canada.
She is an instructor for Nobel Biocare - the worlds oldest and largest dental implant company in the world. In the last two years she has mentored over 45 dentists in placing their first implant.
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