Sundes Elfagih, BDS, MHA, MS

• Complete Oral Evaluations
• Preventive & Minimal Invasive Dentistry
• Aesthetic & Restorative Dentistry
• Diagnosis and Management of Caries & non-Caries Lesions

My approach to dentistry is rooted in empathy, respect, and thoughtful clinical judgment. I prioritize evidence‑based and conservative treatment options that protect natural tooth structure and support long‑term oral health. Every patient has unique goals—whether they relate to comfort, function, disease prevention, or esthetics—and I tailor care plans to honor those priorities. 

I recognize the impact of medical and social factors on oral health and take time to understand each patient’s circumstances. My mission is to educate, prevent disease, and empower individuals to make informed choices about their care. When esthetic improvement is desired, I provide treatment options that can enhance the smile while maintaining a natural, conservative approach.

Dr. Sundes Elfagih is a general dentist with a special interest in operative dentistry and Esthetic Dentistry. She serves as an assistant professor and course director for the Evidence‑Based Dentistry II course at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry. 

After she earned her dental degree, she completed a master’s degree in health administration at Webster University. During her time in St. Louis, Missouri, she also worked as a medical English‑Arabic interpreter—an experience that strengthened her commitment to clear communication, patient advocacy, and culturally responsive care.

Dr. Elfagih spent a three‑year residency in Advanced Education of Operative Dentistry at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, where she also earned a Master of Science in Oral Science with a focus on dental biomaterials and cariology. Dr. Elfagih learned the main concepts of minimal invasive dentistry, esthetic rehabilitations, and caries disease management from the pioneers of dental composites and dental biomaterials. She also taught for three years exclusively in the Operative Dentistry field. Dr. Elfagih was recognized as a Person‑Centered Care Provider upon graduation. Then, went on to teach in the Department of Family Dentistry and in the Admissions and Emergency Clinic where she enriched her comprehensive care experience.

Her research interests include adhesive dentistry, dentin biomodulation, cariology, institution‑based quality improvement, and esthetic dentistry.

Board‑certified by the American Board of General Dentistry, she brings more than six years of experience in teaching, patient care, and research to her work as an evidence driven clinician‑educator.

Outside the clinic and classroom, she enjoys spending time with her children playing board games and ping pong, practicing calligraphy, and reading.

• Residency/Certificate of Advanced Education in Operative Dentistry -- University of Iowa School of Dentistry
• Master of Oral Science in Oral Science (Dental biomaterials and Cariology)– University of Iowa School of Dentistry
• Master of Health Administration -- Webster University’s George Herbert Walker School of Business & Technology
• Bachelor of Dental Surgery - University of Benghazi Faculty of Dentistry

• English
• Arabic

• This dentist accepts commercial insurance. Check with your plan to see if this dentist is an in-network provider for you.
• Coverage may vary from policy to policy. As a courtesy, we process pre-estimates and pre-authorizations when possible, but it is the responsibility of patients to have an understanding of their benefits and to contact the insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
• Most plans do not pay for all costs connected with treatment. Any difference between the insurance coverage and actual charges are the responsibility of the patient.