Department of Dentistry

Saif Eddin Mohi Eddin, D.D.S.

Hometown: Syria

Dental School: Cairo University, Faculty of Dentistry

Why UToledo Dental: I chose the University of Toledo because of its experienced faculty, supportive learning environment, and excellent clinical training. I look forward to expanding my clinical skills while serving a diverse patient population.

Future Career Goals: My career goal is to become a highly skilled clinician, provide exceptional patient-centered care, and pursue further advanced education in dentistry.

Hobbies: I enjoy playing different sports, traveling, cooking, watching movies, and spending time with family and friends.

Lehidy Grabiela (Gabi) Ruiz, D.D.S.

Hometown: Sabaneta, Dominican Republic

Undergrad: Doctor On Dental Surgery

Dental School: Universidad Odontologica Dominicana

Why UToledo Dental: I chose UT because it aligned with my vision of dentistry as an integral part of overall patients' health. The program's comprehensive training, exposure to medically complex cases in both the dental office and hospital operating room setting, along with mentorship from experience faculty, allowed me to expand my clinical skills developing a deeper understanding of the connection between oral and systemic health.

Future Career Goals: My goal is to become a clinician who combines advanced dental expertise and provide multidisciplinary care, continue to expand my knowledge and contribute to the advancement of dentistry through clinical excellence, education and mentorship.

Hobbies: I enjoy spending quality time with family and friends, exploring new destinations through travel and hiking, and expressing my creativity in the kitchen. I also have a deep appreciation for good music, live theater, and enriching cultural experiences.

Franchesca Vargas, D.D.S.

Hometown: Dominican Republic 

Dental School: Universidad Odontólogica Dominicana

Why UToledo Dental: I chose The University of Toledo because of its strong clinical training, supportive learning environment, and the opportunity to develop my skills while providing high-quality patient care.

Future career goals: Establish a successful career as a general dentist.

Hobbies: Working out, traveling, listening to music, and spending time with my family and friends.

Yousef Adi, D.D.S.

Hometown:  Hama, Syria
Dental School: Near East University, Northern Cyprus
Why UToledo Dental: I highly value the supportive learning environment here. I am particularly impressed by the faculty’s experience and their commitment to mentoring residents. I have a strong interest in hospital surgery and OR.

Future career goals: Establish my dental career in the U.S., pursue a masters in a dental specialty

Hobbies: Playing and watching soccer, riding motorcycles, traveling and exploring cultures

Carolina Reyes Bueno, D.D.S.

Hometown: Dominican Republic
Undergrad: Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dominican Republic
Dental School: Universida Odontologica Dominicana D.R.
Why UToledo Dental: I chose UTtoledo for its hospital-based GPR program and focus on underserved diverse communities

Future career goals: After completing my residency, I hope to practice dentistry in Florida and dedicate part of my career to serving low-income communities, both locally and in Latin America, especially children and the elderly.
Hobbies: I enjoy traveling, trying new foods, and learning about different cultures. I also love spending time with my family, friends and my dogs-Theo and Ellie.