Dr. Rastikerdar grew up playing professional soccer, including playing for the city of Montreal, up until his late teen years when he was accepted into the prestigious McGill University School of Dentistry. After graduating from dental school in 2014, to further his knowledge, he went to Rochester, NY for an additional year of advanced comprehensive dental training (AEGD).

He then pursued his specialization in Periodontics and also obtained a Master’s degree in Science at the University of Louisville, Kentucky under the great leadership and expertise of the revered Dr. Henry Greenwell. During his residency, he had extensive training in periodontal treatment, periodontal soft tissue plastic surgeries, bone and soft tissue regeneration, sinus augmentation, and dental implants.

He is a member of multiple professional organizations including the American Academy of Periodontology, Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, Royal College of Dentists of Canada and Ontario Dental Association.