The Ann Arbor Dentists
Enspire Dental possesses a passionate dedication to remain at the forefront of dental prevention, aesthetic enhancement, and comprehensive care. Championing this path is Enspire Dental’s team of expert dentists:
John W. Farah, D.D.S., Ph.D.
Dr. Farah earned his DDS and a PhD in aerospace engineering from the University of Michigan. In 1980, he founded Farah & Associates (now Enspire Dental) to provide excellent dental services in a practice that emphasizes exceptional respect and caring for all patients. He founded THE DENTAL ADVISOR, a professional-support publication for the dental profession, in 1984. In addition to his full-time duties at Enspire Dental, he lectures on cosmetic dentistry throughout the world.
When he is not on duty, Dr. Farah enjoys traveling, skiiing, snowboarding, and running. Over the past 25 years, he has participated in 90 marathons.
Dr. Farah is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association and Washtenaw District Dental Society.
Lori K. Brown, D.D.S.
While growing up in central Michigan, Dr. Brown decided to pursue a career in dentistry, and she attended the University of Michigan for both undergraduate work and dental school, earning her DDS degree in 1991. At Enspire Dental, her goal is to consistently provide dental care of the highest quality. She constantly expands her expertise in continuing education courses on cosmetic procedures and products, implant restoration, and endodontics (root-canal techniques). Dr. Brown is Associate Editor of THE DENTAL ADVISOR, joining in the process of evaluting dental products for the profession.
For relaxation, Dr. Brown enjoys gardening, exploring the woods, water skiing, and sharing life with her husband and two active children.
Dr. Brown is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association and Washtenaw District Dental Society.
Santine E. Anderson, D.D.S.
Dr. Anderson attended Father Gabriel Richard High School in Ann Arbor and received a BA Cum Laude in Chemistry from Albion College. In 1999, she earned her DDS, with honors, at the University of Michigan and joined Farah & Associates. Her expertise has been pivotal to the success of Enspire Dental and THE DENTAL ADVISOR, where she is associate editor. Her professional goal is to deliver exceptional skills and service in cosmetic dentistry and general dental care while providing a comfortable environment for the patient. She frequently updates her expertise with continuing education training in tooth whitening, veneers, Invisalign®, implants, and endodontics.
When she is not on duty, Dr. Anderson enjoys volunteering with service organizations, entertaining friends and family, cooking, running, weight training, and sharing time and new discoveries with her daughter.
Dr. Anderson is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association and Washtenaw District Dental Society.
Sabiha S. Bunek, D.D.S.
Dr. Sabiha S. Bunek was born and raised in Ann Arbor, Michigan, and chose the University of Michigan School of Dentistry because of its excellent professional training and her affection for the diversity and vibrancy of her hometown. Dr. Bunek joined Enspire Dental in 2006, and has since devoted her career to the promotion of proper dental care and alleviating patient anxieties about dental treatment. She applies her creativity and esthetic principles to leading-edge cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
Additionally, Dr. Bunek is Editor-in-Chief of THE DENTAL ADVISOR, one of Dentistry’s most trusted publication that helps keep dentists up-to-date with advances in products, research, and techniques. As Editor-in-Chief she oversees a team of editors who contribute to content published on an array of dental materials and equipment. She also lectures on Digital Technologies, as well as clinical procedures using the latest products and techniques.
Away from the office, Dr. Bunek enjoys the outdoors, snowboarding, traveling, yoga, and spending time with her husband and daughter.
Dr Bunek is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association, Washtenaw District Dental Society, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry , and SCAD (Society for Color and Appearance in Dentistry).
Robert Stevenson, D.D.S.
Dr. Stevenson knew dentistry was his career choice early and was accepted to the Preferred Admittance Program for the University of Michigan School of Dentistry during high school. Dr. Stevenson graduated from the University of Michigan with a BA in Music in 1999. He earned his DDS in 2003 and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry Residency in St. Petersburg Florida in 2004. He completed the LSU Esthetic Continuum in 2006, and continues to expand his knowledge base through regular continuing education courses. He is an Adjunct Clinical Instructor at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry since 2005 and was selected as faculty of the year by his students in 2007. Since 2005, he has been an assistant editor for THE DENTAL ADVISOR, and joined Enspire Dental in 2010.
In his free time, Dr. Stevenson enjoys singing with the UMS Choral Union, cooking, running, Michigan Football and traveling with his wife and children.
Dr. Stevenson is a member of the American Dental Association, Michigan Dental Association and Washtenaw District Dental Society.