Dentists
Dentists
Committed to Excellence: Your Dental Experience at Herriot Street Dental
At Herriot Street Dental, our team of dentists shares a common dedication: to provide our clients with nothing short of the finest dental experience imaginable. We are driven by a shared commitment to excellence, ensuring that your visit to our practice is characterized by comfort and ease.
A Relaxing Oasis
We understand that visiting the dentist can sometimes be associated with stress or anxiety. That’s why we’ve made it our mission to create a comfortable and stress-free environment where you can feel at ease from the moment you walk through our doors. Your well-being and comfort are our top priorities, and we take every step to ensure that your experience is as relaxing as possible.
Our team of dentists is not just here to provide exceptional dental care; we are here to create a haven of tranquility where your dental needs are met with expertise and empathy. Your journey to a healthier smile begins with us, and we are dedicated to making it an experience that you’ll appreciate and remember.
At Herriot Street Dental, we invite you to embrace a dental experience that goes beyond expectations, where every moment is dedicated to your comfort and satisfaction.

Dr. Ngozi Chukwudifu
Dentist
Dr. Ngozi Chukwudifu is a compassionate dentist who provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages. She earned her DMD from the University of Manitoba and completed advanced oral surgery training at New York University.
Her expertise includes preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and surgical dentistry—from fillings and crowns to implants and extractions. She is committed to patient education and creating a calm, supportive environment where everyone feels at ease.
Outside of dentistry, she enjoys traveling, sightseeing, and spending time with her family.

Dr. Persoon Saini
Dentist
Dr. Persoon, a passionate, empathetic, and diligent clinician, began his dental career in 2010. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) from the esteemed Government Dental College and Hospital in Patiala, India. While working as an intern at the same institution, he completed a one-year clinical residency. After successfully completing his internship, he practiced as an associate dentist at a dental clinic serving the rural community around his hometown, providing comprehensive general dentistry services.
After relocating to Canada, Dr. Persoon was accepted into the dentistry program at the University of Toronto, where he graduated as a general dentist in 2023 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (D.D.S.) degree.Since graduating from UofT, Dr. Persoon has been serving Perth and its surrounding communities, offering a wide range of dental and oral health services. His services include restorative and cosmetic dentistry, crowns/bridges, implant dentistry, children dentistry, extractions (including wisdom teeth removal), root canal treatments, dentures, oral cancer screenings, and laughing gas sedation.
Dr. Persoon is committed to continuous learning and has actively participated in various Continuing Education courses, such as implant residency course, endodontic (RCT) course, sedation course, and more, to keep his skills up-to-date.
Dr. Persoon is an active member of several professional dental organizations, including the Ontario Dental Association, the Canadian Dental Association, and the Ottawa Dental Society.
When not working in the office, Dr. Persoon enjoys spending time with his family and finds pleasure in cooking for his friends and family.

Dr. Elena Pilipenko
Dentist
Dr. Elena Pilipenko graduated from dental school at the University of Toronto with distinction. She joined Maotick Main Dental in 2019 after practicing as a general dentist in Ottawa and the surrounding area. She takes part in conferences in North America and Europe. She is an active member of the Canadian Dental Association, Ontario Dental Association, and Ottawa Dental Society.
Dr. Pilipenko enjoys outdoor sports including skating, skiing, swimming and camping, especially with her husband and two children. She is fluent in English and Russian and understands Ukrainian.
Dr. Elena Pilipenko is currently accepting new clients and referrals from existing clients.

Dr. Alexander Pilipenko
Dentist
A graduate of Western University in London, Ontario, with distinction for high level of academic achievements, leadership and clinical skills, he received the prestigious Dr. Glen Walker award. He maintains continuing education through conferences in North America and Europe. In fact, he has training in implants held in Bern, Switzerland. He is an active member of Canadian Dental Association, Ontario Dental Association, Ottawa Dental Society, Academy of General Dentistry and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Dr. Pilipenko is very sports minded enjoying skating, skiing, camping and fishing. He is devoted to his family and spends much of his free time with them. He is fluent in English, Russian and Ukrainian.