Portrait of Dr. Zahid H. Ahmed, Oral Surgeon at Designing Smiles at Mission Hills

Dr. Zahid H. Ahmed

Oral Surgeon · DDS, FICOI, FAGD

Dr. Ahmed focuses on surgical dentistry, implant placement, and complex restorative care. He combines precise planning with long-term functional stability to deliver predictable outcomes.

Dental ImplantsImplant SurgeryFull-Arch ImplantsBone GraftingSurgical ExtractionsWisdom Teeth RemovalGuided Surgery

Meet Dr. Ahmed

Dr. Zahid H. Ahmed is a California native with advanced expertise in surgical and implant dentistry. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Michigan and completed his residency at UCSF, where he developed a strong foundation in complex surgical care and restorative rehabilitation.


Dr. Ahmed focuses on dental implant surgery, bone grafting, surgical extractions, and comprehensive oral reconstruction. He utilizes modern digital workflows — including CBCT-based 3D planning and guided implant techniques — to ensure precision, safety, and long-term functional stability.


His approach emphasizes careful diagnosis, interdisciplinary collaboration, and thoughtful treatment sequencing. Whether replacing a single missing tooth or restoring full-arch function, Dr. Ahmed prioritizes structural integrity, aesthetic harmony, and predictable outcomes.


In addition to clinical practice, he has served as an Assistant Clinical Professor at UCSF and a Clinical Instructor at Stanford Health Care, reflecting his commitment to surgical excellence and ongoing education. He is a Fellow of the Academy of General Dentistry and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists.


Dr. Ahmed lives in the East Bay with his wife and two children. Outside the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his family and volunteering with local non-profits.

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