Our Team

Denturist Gagan Chahal

Founder

Denturist Gagan Chahal is a registered denturist in British Columbia, with over 18 years of experience in the dental field. She holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) degree from India and worked as a dentist and lecturer there for four years before graduating with honors from the Denturist program at CDI College, Surrey, BC. Gagan is the owner of Keep Smiling Denture Clinic and Founder of First Denturist Foundation, which offers full-service denture care across the Lower Mainland. She is known for her vast knowledge, dedication to patient comfort, and personalized denture services aimed at providing a perfect fit, comfort, and functionality. Gagan is a member of several professional associations, including the Denturist Association of Canada and the College of Denturists of British Columbia. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys hiking and spending time with her family.

Leili Atashkari, RD

Leili Atashkari is a trusted Registered Denturist known for her personalized care and eye for detail. Originally from Tehran, she has called Canada home for over 20 years and proudly serves her community in both English and Farsi. She earned her Bachelor of Science from Simon Fraser University and later completed the CDI Denturist Program, building a strong clinical foundation in denture care.

Leili is passionate about creating comfortable, natural-looking smiles through custom dentures and patient-focused treatment. Her approach combines precision, compassion, and continuous learning to deliver results that help her patients feel confident and well cared for.

Outside of her clinic, Leili enjoys spending time with her family, snowboarding, and sharing her love for dogs.

Diana Almendarez, RDT

Lab Manager

Registered Dental Technician

Hi, I’m Diana Almendarez, a proud Registered Dental Technician (RDT) with over 9 years of experience in crafting high-quality dentures and creating smiles that last. After graduating with honors from CDI College’s Dental Technology Program in 2016, I achieved my RDT certification in 2018 under the BC College of Oral Health Professionals.
My journey in the dental field has been both rewarding and diverse. I've worked closely with implant specialists, gained extensive expertise in digital denture fabrication, and pursued specialized training, such as the Lower Denture Suction Course in 2017. I’m also honored to have contributed to the profession as an assessment marker for RDT performance exams (CADTR).

In 2025, I joined the team, where I bring my passion for delivering personalized care and precision to every patient. I genuinely love working in the dental field and take pride in helping people rediscover the joy of a confident smile.