- Living Wellness Dental
Meet Dr. Akintayo Ogunji (Dr. O)
Dr Akintayo Ogunji (Dr. O) aspired to become a dentist ever since his childhood. Raised in Lagos, Nigeria, by health conscious parents, his mother being a Chief Dental Nurse Mother, Dr. O grew up immersed in a health-focused world, which fueled his ambition for biological care. He earned his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) from the University of Lagos and practiced as a General Dentist prior to relocating to Vancouver, BC, Canada.
In Vancouver, Dr. O was introduced to holistic dental practices and worked in this field for 2 years. He was intrigued by the concept of viewing patients from a holistic perspective, considering the interconnectedness of the body with oral health.
Dr. O then pursued further education at the University of California, Los Angeles, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) with honors in Jaw Pain and Dysfunction and Esthetic Dentistry. He is a member of the IAOMT and was a recipient of the Matty Young scholarship to attend the IAOMT general meeting in Dallas.
Dr. O is committed to patient-centred care, using his extensive knowledge, compassion and attention to detail to enhance client experiences and ensure he “changes the world, one smile at a time, with the patient in the driving seat”.
Outside of his professional life, Dr O is happily married and his union is blessed with a daughter. He enjoys spending quality time with his family, reading and travelling to meet new people and explore different cultures.
