

Meet Dr. Sulaiman Alshaar, one of Nuvia’s distinguished Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeons in the Tampa clinic.

About
Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon Sulaiman Alshaar received his DMD degree at the University of Illinois Chicago College of Dentistry, then completed his oral and maxillofacial surgery internship at the University of Rochester Strong Memorial Hospital. He completed his surgical residency at Temple University Hospital, Cooper University Health System, and St. Christopher’s Pediatric Hospital, serving as a chief resident in his last year of training.
Dr. Alshaar is certified by the American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon and the National Dental Board. He trained at two Level I trauma centers in full-scope oral and maxillofacial surgery. He is well versed in the techniques of full mouth reconstructions including pterygoid and zygomatic implants, bone grafting, soft tissue grafting, etc…
Dr. Alshaar has participated in research efforts ranging from clinical trials, and evaluating innovative oral surgery techniques, to data mining for a cancer therapy study, which led to publication. New to Florida, he is enthusiastic about serving the Florida population as an oral surgeon in Tampa. In his free time, Dr. Alshaar enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, reading, and swimming.


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Dr. Annoni grew up in Clearwater, FL. She completed her undergraduate education at Georgetown University, where she majored in English with a minor in Biology. After graduating in 2011, she attended Columbia University College of Dental Medicine in New York City, where she obtained her degree, Doctor of Dental Surgery. While at Columbia University, Dr. Annoni proved to be a leader by serving as Vice President for the Columbia chapter of the American Student Dental Association, holding a position in the Student Government Association, and being an active member of the Hispanic Student Dental Association.
Dr. Persenaire graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine where he realized his passion for restorative dentistry and went on to the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine to complete his postgraduate prosthodontics training. During his time at UConn SDM he also earned a Master’s Degree by doing research on smile esthetics and ultimately published the findings in a prestigious dental journal.
Dr. Christina Rizk has a deep-rooted commitment to providing exceptional care and service to her patients at Nuvia Dental Implant Center in Fort Lauderdale. Raised in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, Dr. Rizk inherited her passion for dentistry from her parents, who are also dental practitioners.
Her education to become a restorative dentist began with a Bachelor of Science degree from Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale. She then trained at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine in Boston, Massachusetts. There, she received her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry degree and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency.

Dr. Rizk's skill extends to restorative dentistry, where she takes pride in not only enhancing her patients' aesthetics but also boosting their confidence and oral functionality. Her dedication to improving lives through dental care is evident in her compassionate approach and meticulous attention to detail.

When she isn’t working as a restorative dentist, Dr. Rizk enjoys scenic beach walks, practicing yoga for overall well-being, or spending quality time with her dog, Leo. She also has a passion for exploring different countries and diverse cultures and loves to travel.

Dr. Christina Rizk embodies professionalism, kindness, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of her patients.
