Dr. Waji Khan
Dr. Waji Khan is the owner and principal dentist at Aurora Borealis Dentistry in Aurora, Ontario. A University of Toronto–trained dentist and former Canadian Forces dental officer, he brings a rare combination of academic depth, military precision, and genuine patient focus to every appointment.
With clinical expertise spanning dental implants, sedation dentistry, oral surgery, and restorative care, Dr. Khan takes a comprehensive, long-term approach to oral health — always grounded in clear communication and individualized treatment planning.
Background & Education
Dr. Waji Khan was raised in Scarborough, Ontario, where he developed an early appreciation for education, service, and community involvement. After graduating from high school, he attended the University of Toronto, Trinity College, earning a Bachelor of Science with High Distinction in 1997. He continued his professional training at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, completing his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2001.
Dr. Khan began his dental career while serving as a dental officer in the Canadian Forces from 1998 to 2007. During this time, he practiced in Halifax, Nova Scotia, providing comprehensive dental care in a structured, multidisciplinary clinical environment. His experience in the Canadian Forces allowed him to work alongside dental specialists, participate in advanced training programs, and develop a level of clinical discipline and precision that continues to define his practice today.
Following nearly a decade of military service, Dr. Khan and his wife and life partner, Dr. Sohela Vaid, relocated to Kingston, Ontario in 2007. He continued practicing dentistry while also pursuing studies in medicine — reflecting a consistent commitment to lifelong learning and an interdisciplinary understanding of patient care.
Teaching & Research
Dr. Khan has contributed to the profession through involvement in dental research, education, and mentorship. He has served as a clinical instructor for dental students at both Dalhousie University and the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry, and has participated as a lecturer at national and international forums. These academic roles have kept him closely connected to evolving techniques, technologies, and evidence-based practices throughout his career.
Dr. Khan's teaching background means patients at Aurora Borealis Dentistry benefit from a dentist who not only practises modern techniques but has spent years explaining and demonstrating them to the next generation of dental professionals.
Community Involvement & Recognition
Community service has been a defining thread throughout Dr. Khan's career. In 2002, he founded the Khan Foundation for Children — an initiative focused on improving access to oral health care for disadvantaged children, with particular emphasis on education and disease prevention.
In recognition of his contributions to dentistry and community service, Dr. Khan has received the following honours:
- Queen's Golden Jubilee Medal — awarded in recognition of significant contributions to Canada and community
- Order of St. John — recognition of distinguished service
- 15-Year Voluntarism Award — Ministry of Citizenship, Province of Ontario
Professional Affiliations
Dr. Khan has both active and past memberships in a wide range of professional organizations — reflecting his engagement with continuing education, international best practices, and professional standards across both dentistry and medicine:
- Canadian Dental Association
- Ontario Dental Association
- Canadian Medical Association
- Ontario Medical Association
- American Academy of Implant Dentistry
- International Congress of Oral Implantology
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
- Nova Scotia Dental Association
- Kingston and District Dental Society
- Halifax County Dental Society
- Xi Psi Phi Dental Fraternity
- American Dental Education Association
- United States Army Medical Department Regiment
- Nova Scotia Medical Legal Society
- Nova Scotia Oral Medicine Study Club
Clinical Areas of Expertise
Dr. Khan practices across multiple disciplines of dentistry, with particular depth in the following areas. His approach emphasizes comprehensive assessment, individualized treatment planning, and clear communication with patients about their options and outcomes:
Dr. Khan is committed to providing care in a comfortable, welcoming setting where patients feel informed, respected, and supported throughout their treatment — whether they are coming in for a routine checkup or a complex restorative procedure.
Beyond the Practice
Outside of dentistry, Dr. Khan values time with his family and maintains a range of personal interests that reflect the same balance and discipline he brings to his clinical work. He enjoys playing baseball, guitar, and listening to jazz. He also spends time golfing and playing ice hockey.
These interests are more than biographical footnotes — the same themed operatories at Aurora Borealis Dentistry (the Gretzky Room, the Guitar Room, the Golf Room, and the Maple Leaf Room) reflect Dr. Khan's personal character and his belief that a dental office should feel welcoming and distinctly human, not clinical and cold.