Children's Dental World North

 BSc, DMD, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr. Julie Maniate, a native of Winnipeg, is a graduate of the University of Winnipeg, where she received her Bachelor of Science (4-year) degree. She received her dental degree from the University of Manitoba. Following her graduation from dental school, Dr. Maniate completed a one-year General Practice Residency program at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto, Ontario. She then returned to Winnipeg to serve as the Clinical Director of the Undergraduate Pediatric Dentistry program at the University of Manitoba and to work in private practice. Following this, Dr. Maniate decided to pursue post-graduate training. She completed her two-year specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Yale-New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Maniate is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, a member of the American Academy of…

BSc, DMD, MSc, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr. Yue was born in Winnipeg, where he completed his undergraduate dental training at the University of Manitoba. After 4 fulfilling years of practicing general dentistry in the private practice setting, Dr. Yue moved to Minnesota to focus his dental career on treating children. He attended the University of Minnesota obtaining a certificate of pediatric dentistry. During his time there he was able to earn his Masters of Science degree for his research on curing characteristics of dental sealant. This research was later published in the May 2009 issue of the Journal of the American Dental Association. Dr. Yue is a fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada, a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and Board certified by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He also spends his time as a board examiner for the RCDC…

BSc, DMD, MSc, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr Kass is a local Manitoban, at least that’s what he tells us. Although he spent his early childhood years in Nigeria and grew up in Ontario, he has been here most of his life. He attended the University of Manitoba receiving a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, followed by 4 years at the Faculty of Dentistry earning his Dental degree. Because of his enthusiasm for treating kids, Dr Kass spent one year as a resident at Children‘s Hospital in Winnipeg working with a large majority of children with special needs. After that Dr Kass chose to pursue yet more advanced training spending another 2 years in Minneapolis at the University of Minnesota in conjunction with Hennepin County Hospital and Fairview Hospital earning his master’s degree as a specialist in pediatric dentistry. When not caring for his patients Dr Kass enjoys soccer,…

DMD, MPH, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr. Biber completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree at the University of Manitoba in 1999. In 2002 he completed his specialty training in pediatric dentistry (Cert.Ped.Dent.) at the University of Minnesota, where he also a completed a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree. Dr. Biber is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada (FRCD(C)) in Pediatric Dentistry. Committed to caring for the children he sees, Dr. Biber provides excellence in clinical care while respecting the importance of developing a positive attitude towards future dental care. He maintains a special interest in the prevention of dental disease and treating medically compromised children. Dr. Biber lives in Winnipeg with his wife, Melanie, and their three children. When time permits, he enjoys kite boarding, mountain biking, scuba diving, and photography. He is…

DMD, MDent (Ortho), FRCDC – Orthodontist Dr. Alice Huang is a dedicated orthodontist with a passion for creating beautiful, confident smiles. She earned both her Doctor of Dental Medicine and specialty training in Orthodontics from the University of Manitoba. Dr. Huang is a Fellow of the Royal College of Dentists of Canada and an active member of the Canadian Association of Orthodontists and the American Association of Orthodontists. Outside of her professional work, Dr. Huang enjoys staying active through hobbies such as golfing and spin classes, and she has recently started exploring pickleball. She also loves travelling, reading and unwinding with a good show. Dr. Huang’s patient-centered approach and commitment to excellence ensure every patient feels confident and cared for throughout their orthodontic journey.

DDM (Hons), MSc, PhD, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr. Charles Lekic teaches pediatric dentistry and is the recipient of major national and international teaching awards for excellence in dental education. At the same time his research work on cell transplantation has been internationally recognized and supported by provincial and federal grants. For over 30 years, Dr. Lekic has successfully practiced pediatric dentistry in Europe and in North America. He believes that the essential role of a pediatric dentist is to increase the awareness in a child-patient for the lifetime care of his/her teeth and to build the relationship between the child-patient, parent, and the dental team.

BDS, MDS, M.Dent, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr. Mohit Srivastava is a dedicated pediatric dentist who graduated from the University of Manitoba’s esteemed pediatric dentistry program in 2023. With a rich background of four years of practice in India before moving to Canada in 2018, Dr. Srivastava brings a wealth of experience and a compassionate approach to his young patients. His passion for working with children is evident in his gentle and friendly demeanor, making dental visits a positive experience for kids. Outside the clinic, Dr. Srivastava cherishes quality time with his two daughters, often found playing and creating joyful memories together.

BSc, DMD, FRCD(C) – Pediatric Dentist Dr. Robert Pesun was born and raised in Winnipeg. He completed a BSc. in Biochemistry at the University of Winnipeg before acquiring his dental degree at the University of Manitoba. After graduation Dr. Pesun spent 2 years as an intern at the Winnipeg Children’s Hospital and then completed a specialty program in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Minnesota. He currently works with special needs patients at the Winnipeg Children‘s Hospital, teaches Pediatric Dentistry part time at the University of Manitoba and practices with us here at Children’s Dental World.