Southridge Dental

Dr. San Bhatha graduated from the University of British Columbia’s Dental School in Vancouver, BC, Canada, in 2001 with a Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. After honing his skills as an associate dentist, he took ownership of a downtown Vancouver practice in 2005. A year later, he realized his vision for a second practice by founding Southridge Dental, a community-centered clinic in South Surrey’s White Rock area. Dr. Bhatha’s commitment to his patients and community led him to dedicate himself fully to Southridge Dental after selling his downtown practice in 2011.

In 2023, Dr. Bhatha and his team made the decision to adjust their clinic hours, working Tuesday through Thursday from 7 am to 7 pm. This change allows him to pursue other passions, including becoming a part-time faculty member at UBC Dental School in early 2024. There, he supervises fourth-year dental students, nurturing the next generation of dental professionals.

Dr. Bhatha believes in the power of community and giving back, which he considers a central purpose of his work as a dentist. His generosity reaches local schools through donations of backpacks, winter gear, and contributions to graduation fundraisers. He has spoken with high school students to inspire them to pursue their dreams, while he and his team actively raise funds for causes such as the Surrey Food Bank, women’s shelters, and recovery homes. Dr. Bhatha and his family also participate in fundraisers for homeless youth, with contributions to Youth Unlimited and Covenant House BC.

In July 2024, Dr. Bhatha celebrated 25 years of marriage. Both of his children now attend and live at UBC, following in his footsteps. Outside the clinic, he enjoys an active lifestyle that includes early-morning workouts, road biking with his wife and friends, hiking, and local walks with his wife. The Bhatha family is also passionate about travel, continually exploring new destinations and embracing adventures around the world.

• Doctor of Dental Medicine, 2017; Sydney, NSW, Australia, The University of Sydney

• Master of Physical Therapy, 2006; Vancouver, British Columbia, The University of British Columbia

• Bachelor of Human Kinetics, 2003; Vancouver, British Columbia, The University of British Columbia

Dr. Aman Dhaliwal is a general dentist who first completed a bachelor’s degree in kinesiology and then a master’s degree in physiotherapy from the University of British Columbia in 2006. After practicing as a physiotherapist for a number of years he made the decision to pursue a career in dentistry. He completed his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 2017 at the University of Sydney and joined our team here at your White Rock dental clinic. He is now happy practicing general dentistry. Since April 2020, he has been volunteering as a dentist on the east of Vancouver and he is also a committee member for the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia. He has taken post graduate courses in oral surgery, orthodontics, implants and facial aesthetics and is now excited to provide Invisalign and Botox services and Implant treatment. Dhaliwal believes that comprehensive and successful dental health involves working together with patients and truly goes beyond treating just teeth. His desire and goals are to make a positive difference in the lives of his patients, through a welcoming and relaxed experience.

Dr. Ramneet Taggar completed her Bachelor of Sciences in Biology at the University of British Columbia. Following this, she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine also from UBC. Growing up in this very neighbourhood of Surrey, she was ready to move back and provide comprehensive care to patients requiring all different disciplines of dentistry.

Ramneet believes in communicating with patients and providing individualized comprehensive treatment plans to address all patient concerns. With a calm demeanour, she strives to provide the highest quality of care and patient experience.

Outside of dentistry, Ramneet loves to indulge in her favourite sports soccer and basketball, and of course, binge-watch her favourite Netflix shows!