Sage Dental of
Buford

In 2005, Dr. Ala Yassin graduated from dental school in Jordan. She practiced for several years in a private clinic before moving on to providing refugees with much-needed dental care via an NGO (Non-Governmental Organization). She moved to the United States in 2008. Dr. Yassin decided to study dentistry at the University of Colorado Dental Medicine Anschutz, and graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree in December of 2015. She remained in Colorado, where she practiced until 2017. She joined the Periodontal Residency Program at Anschutz Dental and Medical University and graduated from the residency in June of 2020. During her residency, Dr. Yassin worked as a part-time general dentist and became interested in learning about Periodontal care. She attended the American Association of Periodontology and became a Certified Periodontist in August of 2021. When she’s not practicing, Dr. Yassin enjoys baking treats with her 13-year-old and doing Zumba. She speaks English and Arabic.

Dr. Sheerin Yusuf started her formal education in dentistry at Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences in Karnataka, India. When she moved to the United States, she attended Temple University Kornberg School of Dentistry in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and graduated Summa cum Laude in 2002 with her Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in 2002 with Advanced Standing Student status. She went on to study and receive her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 2009 and completed a Residency in Endodontics until 2011. Adept at research, Dr. Yusuf completed formal analysis in a ‘comparative study to determine the efficiency of variable taper and constant taper rotary files during the cleaning and shaping of the root canal system in teeth with mild, moderate, and severe curvatures.’ In 2011 she completed another formal research study, which provided “A Comparison of Apical Transportation among NiTi constant taper rotary files, M-Wire NiTi files, and stainless steel files in a reciprocating handpiece.” Dr. Yusuf is a member of the American Association of Endodontists and the American Dental Association. When not practicing her passion for dentistry, Dr. Yusuf enjoys reading, swimming, hiking with friends and family, and spending time with her four kids and husband. She speaks English, Hindi, Kannada, and Urdu.

Dr. Isioma Anizor is a highly experienced and dedicated dentist who has been serving patients for over 20 years. Born in Nigeria and raised in Canada, Dr. Anizor obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Western Ontario in 1996. She then pursued her passion for dentistry and graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 2000. Throughout her career, Dr. Anizor has continuously strived to improve her clinical skills and stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in dentistry. Her commitment to continuing education has earned her the distinguished honor of being a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry (FAGD). This distinction is only held by about 6% of practicing dentists in Canada and the United States. It is a testament to Dr. Anizor's dedication to providing her patients with the highest level of care. Aside from her dental practice, Dr. Anizor also holds a Master of Public Health degree from Mercer University in Atlanta. She is committed to promoting oral health education and awareness in her community and is actively involved in various outreach programs. Dr. Anizor is a proud mother of two beautiful daughters and enjoys spending her free time traveling the world with her family. Her passion for exploring new cultures and experiences reflects her adventurous spirit and dedication to living life to the fullest.