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Tom Harle, BSc, DDS, D(Pros), MSc, FICD(C) - Prosthodontic Dental CareTom Harle, BSc, DDS, D(Pros), MSc, FICD(C) - Prosthodontic Dental Care

Dr. Harle

Dr. Tom J. Harle

CM, CD, BSc, DDS, D(Pros), MSc(Pros), FICD(C), FACD, FPFA

[email protected]

Dr Tom Harle Ottawa

With gentle hands and a kind heart, Dr. Harle is devoted to giving his patients the highest quality of dental care. He has committed a considerable measure of his professional life to enhance access to dental health for impoverished people in Canada and abroad. Early in his career, he spent time helping disadvantaged indigenous people receive needed dental care in Ontario’s Northern Communities (Sandy Lake and Pikangikum). Concerned with the levels of poverty in developing countries over the years, he has volunteered abroad to work in some of the most impoverished and dangerous areas of the world including North Korea, Myanmar, and Cambodia.

Continuing his commitment to the wider community, in 2001 he lent his creativity and vision to found and lead Health Teams International (Canada) – a non-denominational Christian missionary organization which seeks to share hope and help to those in need through the provision of short-term healthcare teams.

Motivated by his faith, in 2006 Dr. Harle initiated a volunteer-driven “No-Cost” Dental Centre at The Ottawa Mission that focuses on improving the dental health of Ottawa’s homeless community and those living in local shelters suffering from mental illness, poverty and substance abuse.

In 2012 he launched a Portable Ottawa Dental Service (PODS) to help coordinate free dental care to meet the oral health needs of low (or no) income parents and their children at various support centres across Ottawa (St. Mary’s Home, Youville, Centre and Bethany Hope Centre).

Dr. Harle graduated first in his class in both his undergraduate BSc. degree at Carleton University (1976) and in his Dental program of studies at the University of Toronto (1980). He went on to complete Prosthodontic Specialty training and a Master’s of Science in 1990 in which he received a UofT “Scholarship for Excellence”. Blessed with energy and commitment, he has several papers to his credit in the fields of dental health and implant rehabilitation.

In 2005, he was honored with induction as a Fellow of the International College of Dentists of Canada and in 2012 was recognized with the “Oral Health Promotion” award from the Canadian Dental Association as well as a “Community Service Recognition Award” from the Ontario Dental Association. In 2014 he was appointed as a Member of the Order of Canada in acknowledgement of his efforts to mobilize the natural compassion of the dental profession.  In 2016 his efforts were honored with an “Alumni of Distinction Award” from the University of Toronto and induction a a Fellow of the American College of Dentists in 2017. In 2018 he was selected for Fellowship into the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

He has also lent his support to professional groups including the Ontario & Canadian Dental Associations, the Christian Medical-Dental Association, and the Association of Prosthodontists of Canada. His efforts have earned him a reputation of credibility and integrity among the dental profession. Continuing to awaken the social consciousness of others, he encourages Canadians to assume responsibility for aiding their fellow citizens in building a more inclusive and caring society.


February 12, 2016 Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
His Excellency presents the Order of Canada insignia to Thomas Jon Harle.


Supporting Team Members

Karen Hogan

Karen Hogan

Office Manager/Administrator — [email protected]

Karen is the first and last face you see on each of your visits to our office. Her warm, sincere manner and commitment to personal, caring service, will make your visits with us a very positive experience.

Karen Gauthier

Karen Ramsay

Registered Dental Hygienist

Karen is our friendly, gentle office hygienist. Her dedication to patient education and oral care has been helping maintain healthy smiles for many years.

Marilyn Hingorani

Marilyn Hingorani

CDA Level 2

Marilyn is one of two dental assistants to Dr Harle. Her relaxed, caring manner sets patients at ease. She is always ready to answer questions and assist patients with concerns.

Wendy Fleming

Wendy Fleming

CDA Level 2

Wendy is our other dental assistant to Dr. Harle. Her friendly outgoing personality makes patients feel right at home in our office. She is also quick to help our patients with any questions or concerns they my have.

Shannon Helleman

Shannon Helleman

CDA Level 2

Shannon is our office assistant who takes care of any needed liaison with your insurance carrier as well as the friendly voice you will hear when confirming appointments.

"Your giving has been overwhelmingly generous. Our lives are clearly enriched by the tangible blessings you have given us.  We cannot begin to express our deep gratitude for all you have done for us and can certainly never approach any reasonable repayment. We can only pray God’s richest blessing on you and your family as you continue to reflect His extravagant love."

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"Thanks for the wonderful job you did on my front teeth. My husband can’t believe how wonderful they look – it certainly makes a big difference."