About Us

Alex Toub
DMD, MSBE

An attractive and healthy smile is one of the best qualities an individual can possess, and at McDonough Center for Family Dentistry that is our goal. Dr. Toub strives to provide the most advanced dentistry to his patients while remaining sensitive to their overall health and comfort.

Dr. Toub completed his undergraduate studies with a BA degree from Simon Fraser University in Vancouver Canada. He continued his academic career at the University of Pennsylvania, where he received his Doctor of Medical Dentistry degree. His unique vision of dentistry led him to pursue and complete his Masters of Bioethics at the University of Pennsylvania's school of Medicine.

He followed his training with a General Practice Residency at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, completing his training in advanced dental implantology, cosmetic dentistry, and IV conscious sedation.

His ability to offer sedation dentistry provides his patients with a more peaceful and relaxing experience. Dr. Toub is affiliated with the American Dental Association, Georgia Dental Association, and American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Toub enjoys traveling, tennis, and football. Most importantly, Dr. Toub enjoys spending time with his family.

Frank F. Nia
DMD, MSEd

As an active member of the community Dr. Frank works hard to ensure that his patients receive the best possible dental treatment. The focus of his practice is to provide superior care that is needed in an environment that is comfortable and inviting. He believes in creating a positive experience for every patient to make coping with dental treatment easier.

Dr. Frank completed his undergraduate training at Georgia State University with a BBA in Management. He received his DMD from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. While at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine he received a scholarship to the Graduate School of Education where he earned a MSEd in higher education.

As part of his training, he holds active membership with multiple organizations that focus on improving both clinical and care standards. He is also an active member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), and International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) and the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID). He holds certification in placement of Lumineers - the Prep-less Veneer, and 6-month smiles short-term orthodontics.

"The emphasis in my practice is communication with my patients. To care for people, it is essential to see things from their perspective. Only then can one embark on a successful treatment."

Outside of work Dr. Frank enjoys almost all sports, including football, tennis, and golf. Most importantly, Dr. Frank enjoys spending time with his wife and family.

Abtin Shahriari
DMD, MPH

Dr. Abtin Shahriari completed his undergraduate training at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia with a Bachelors of Science in Biology. He received his Masters in Public Health from Emory University in Epidemiology and International Health and subsequently worked for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for three years. He also was a consultant to the World Health Organization for eradication of the polio virus in Bihar, India. He received his DMD from the University of Pennsylvania with multiple awards for his research and volunteer work in Songea, Tanzania. He received his specialty certification in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery from Emory University.

Dr. Shahriari has extensive research and academic interests and has presented multiple articles at national and international meetings. He is actively engaged in research projects involving different aspects of maxillofacial surgery.

He speaks three languages (English, Spanish and Persian) and relates that the most important and rewarding part of his work is the care of his patients. He describes his philosophy of patient care as approaching treatment through the perspective of the patient, and emphasizes that physician-patient communication is essential in establishing high quality and superior care for the patients.

Outside of his professional life, Dr. Shahriari enjoys traveling, swimming, and watching World Cup soccer. Most importantly, Dr. Shahriari enjoys spending time with his family.

Lauren Stewart
DMD

Dr. Lauren Stewart received her Doctorate of Dental Medicine from the Medical College of Georgia. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of Georgia where she received a BSA in Biological Sciences. While in dental school she participated in several externships in which she provided dental care for medically underserved communities in Atlanta, GA. She was a recipient of the Emile T. Fisher Foundation for Dental Education Scholarship in 2008. She began practicing with McDonough Family Dentistry in January 2010. Lauren is affiliated with the Georgia Dental Association.

Her mission is to provide an optimal level of dental care to her patients while educating them on the connection between oral health and overall well being.

Dr. Stewart has strong ties to the McDonough community in that she attended high school in Henry County and has family and friends that reside in the area. Lauren enjoys spending time with her husband, traveling, cooking and Georgia football.