Meet Dr. Akmal Ahmed, DDS
Dr. Akmal Ahmed, DDS, is a general dentist in Lake Mary, Florida, who treats adults and children, with a particular interest in implant and cosmetic dentistry. He is the sole dentist at the practice’s single Lake Mary office, so patients meet the same dentist at every visit, and he has a habit of explaining things before doing them.
Who is Dr. Ahmed?
Dentist · Lake Mary, Florida
Dr. Ahmed earned his DDS at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry in Denver and has practised in Connecticut and Central Florida. Alongside general and family dentistry, he has completed continuing education in cosmetic dentistry and implant reconstruction, and was awarded Fellow status by the International Congress of Oral Implantologists in 2007.
Patients meet the same dentist at every visit. Because the practice has a single office and one dentist, Dr. Ahmed knows the patients who come back, and records and recommendations stay consistent. English, Urdu, Hindi and Kannada are all spoken, so patients can explain what hurts in the language they are most comfortable with.
Dr. Ahmed explains things before doing them, and he does not rush a decision. If treatment can wait, he says so; if it cannot, he explains why and what it will cost.
What are Dr. Ahmed’s education and credentials?
Dr. Ahmed earned his DDS at the University of Colorado School of Dentistry in Denver. He is a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists, awarded in 2007, and he has completed continuing education in cosmetic dentistry and implant reconstruction. He is licensed in Florida and Connecticut.
- DDS, University of Colorado School of Dentistry, Denver
- Fellow, International Congress of Oral Implantologists (awarded 2007)
- Continuing education in cosmetic dentistry and implant reconstruction
- Licensed in Florida and Connecticut (current status confirmed on request)
Which professional organisations is Dr. Ahmed a member of?
Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Central Florida District Dental Association and Florida Dental Association. He is also a Fellow of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
What does care with Dr. Ahmed look like?
Care with Dr. Ahmed starts with an examination, then recommendations. Digital X-rays are taken only where needed, and every plan is quoted in writing before anything is done. He explains what is urgent and what can wait, and nothing is done without your agreement.
- An examination first, then recommendations
- Digital X-rays only where needed
- Every plan quoted in writing
- The same dentist at every visit
What languages does Dr. Ahmed speak?
English, Urdu, Hindi and Kannada. Please tell the office when you request a visit if you would like an interpreter or a specific language.
What do patients say about the practice?
Orlando Healthy Smiles has a 4.9 out of 5 rating from 381 Google reviews, with 363 five-star reviews, 12 four-star reviews, one two-star review and five one-star reviews. Most patients say they were treated with patience and clear explanations. Read the reviews on Google Maps.
A note on credentials: professional memberships, fellowship status and licences are checked at the time of writing, and current status can be confirmed on request.
Should I meet Dr. Ahmed before I decide?
Yes. Come in and meet the dentist before you decide: a first visit is a conversation. Bring your questions, your records if you have them, and a list of medicines you take. You can request an appointment online or call the office at (407) 790-4181.
946 International Parkway, Suite 1550, Lake Mary, FL 32746