Meet Our Team at Detroit Dentist
Dr. Baqai received his degree in dentistry from Loma Linda University in 2015 and then completed 300+ hours of continuing education on Implantology with Dr. Arun Garg, a professor at The University of Miami. Dr. Garg is one of the foremost people in his field and is highly sought after for lectures all over the world. He constantly pursues continuing education in implants, conscious sedation, and full mouth reconstructions to improve the quality of life for his patients in a comfortable relaxed environment.
For Dr. Baqai, dentistry is not just a profession but a passion for excellence. He is never in a rush and whether it's a dental implant or a crown, he looks at each case individually to plan for success. He pays attention to the smallest details and employs the most advanced scientific methods and technology to ensure the best possible service for his patients. He has performed thousands of successful dental implant and surgical procedures since 2005. This allows him to rest well knowing that his patients experienced the same gentle care and outcomes that he prepared for them.
Away from his dental practice, he is a loving, caring husband and father of three kids with a cat named Ash. Hobbies include travel, tennis, and watching movies!
Ps. Pronouncing his name is simple... It sounds like Dr. Buck-Eye. BUT, rest assured, he's all about "GO Blue!"
Dr. Shaimaa Baqai is passionate about helping patients achieve healthy, confident, and beautiful smiles through comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry. Her clinical interests include smile makeovers, veneers, cosmetic bonding, teeth whitening, restorative dentistry, and comprehensive treatment planning. She believes exceptional dentistry combines artistry, function, and long-term oral health, allowing patients to look and feel their very best.
Licensed to practice in Michigan, Dr. Baqai brings a strong academic and clinical foundation to her patient care. Her approach emphasizes thorough diagnosis, attention to detail, and evidence-based treatment planning to deliver natural-looking, lasting results. She is committed to creating personalized treatment plans that help patients achieve their unique smile goals.
Dr. Baqai further advanced her expertise through an Advanced Prosthodontics Program at the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine, where she trained alongside distinguished educators and clinicians, including Dr. Lata Shenoy and Dr. Sebastiano Andreana. This advanced training strengthened her skills in esthetic dentistry, smile design, complex restorative care, and full-mouth rehabilitation.
Her continuing education includes Bonding and Temporization Protocols: Tips for Veneers, which focused on advanced techniques for predictable veneer temporization, bonding protocols, and long-term esthetic success, as well as Esthetic Veneer Preparations: From No-Prep to Full-Prep Veneers, presented by Dr. Danielle Brown through Glidewell, with an emphasis on case selection, conservative tooth preparation, smile design principles, and achieving natural-looking esthetic results.
Her clinical approach emphasizes thorough diagnosis and prosthetically guided implant planning to achieve predictable, long-term results. Dr. Baqai has completed advanced training in both the surgical and restorative aspects of implant dentistry and continues to build on her experience through ongoing education at Detroit Dentist | Your Smile Design Centre.
Dr. Shaimaa Baqai also focuses on implant dentistry, including surgical placement, full-arch rehabilitation, and overdenture treatment. She is licensed in Michigan and has a background in oral pathology and research, which supports her evidence-based approach to care.
In addition to her clinical experience, Dr. Baqai has a background in oral pathology and dental research, providing her with a strong foundation in comprehensive diagnosis and treatment planning. She remains committed to continuing education and stays current with the latest advancements in cosmetic, restorative, and general dentistry through ongoing professional development at Detroit Dentist | Your Smile Design Centre.
Born and raised in Pakistan, Dr. Baqai brings a global perspective and deep cultural sensitivity to her practice. She understands that every patient has unique concerns and goals, and she takes pride in creating a welcoming, comfortable environment where patients feel heard, respected, and confident in their care.
Outside the office, Dr. Baqai is a devoted mother to her three wonderful children—one son and two daughters—who keep her life filled with joy, laughter, and adventure. She treasures spending quality time with her family and creating lasting memories together.
She also has a passion for gardening and loves transforming her backyard into a beautiful outdoor retreat. Whether planting colorful flowers, designing new garden spaces, or watching the many birds that visit her yard, she finds inspiration and relaxation in nature. Her love for creating beauty extends beyond dentistry and into every aspect of her life, reflecting her appreciation for detail, creativity, and bringing out the best in everything around her.
Whether a patient is seeking routine dental care, cosmetic enhancements, or comprehensive restorative treatment, Dr. Baqai is dedicated to providing exceptional care with compassion, artistry, and attention to detail.
Meet our team and experience the Detroit Dentist difference.
