About Us

Our West Coast Story

Welcome to West Coast Oral Surgery, a well established practice with roots tracing back to the 1960s, when three esteemed oral surgeons established a legacy of excellence in the Vancouver, Port Coquitlam, and North Vancouver communities.

Today, Dr. Sadeghi and Dr. Barr proudly carry forward this cherished tradition, infusing it with the latest advancements in technology and medical advancements. With a commitment to innovation and a passion for enhancing patient experiences, we continue to set the standard for exceptional oral surgical care.

At West Coast Oral Surgery, our mission is not only to meet but to exceed expectations, providing personalized treatments that prioritize your comfort and well-being.

Join us on a journey where expertise meets empathy, and where your smile is our greatest reward.

Dr. Ali M. M. Sadeghi

D.M.D., M.D., F.R.C.D.(C)
Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Sadeghi received his Doctor of Dental Medicine from the University of British Columbia in 2000 and his Doctor of Medicine from the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City in 2005. He completed his internship, residency, and chief residency at the Mount Sinai Medical Center.

Dr. Sadeghi’s surgical skills encompass the entire scope of treatment options for patients with congenital, acquired, or traumatic problems of the oral cavity, maxillofacial skeleton, and associated structures. His skills include the repair of all facial fractures, orthognathic jaw surgery, dental and craniofacial implants and associated bone grafting, maxillofacial pathology, and temporomandibular joint disorders.

Dr. Sadeghi is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and a member of the B.C. and Canadian Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. An enthusiastic educator, he is an associate clinical professor in the dentistry program at UBC, where he was awarded the part-time teaching award in 2010. He is the Department Head of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery at Lions Gate Hospital. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family, hiking, and fishing. 

Dr. Torin Barr

D.D.S., M.SC., F.R.C.D.(C)
Certified Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon

Dr. Barr earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Western Ontario and completed his four-year Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery residency at the University of Toronto. He received extensive training in multiple aspects of surgery with a special emphasis on dental implants, advanced bone grafting, and orthognathic surgery. Dr. Barr has written several articles and his master’s thesis on bone biology and the use of bone morphogenic proteins to induce bone formation.

Following his residency, Dr. Barr was a partner in a well-established OMFS group practice in Kingston, Ontario. He maintained a busy schedule at several local hospitals and taught as an adjunct professor in the Queen’s University Faculty of Medicine.

In 2015, Dr. Barr joined West Coast Oral Surgery. He and his wife, Deborah, have three busy children. Together they enjoy everything Vancouver and its surrounding mountains have to offer, spending their free time skiing, biking, and hiking.

Practice Philosophy

Delivering the best in patient care, so you can look good, feel great, and return to living your most fulfilling life.

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