The providers behind the smile: Meet our dentists

Dr. Jean has a lifelong passion for dentistry and she is an enthusiastic professional who is always eager to learn new techniques and stays up to date with new dental technology. She graduated as a general dentist in the Philippines in 1995, and continued to pursue her dreams when her family migrated to Canada. Through hard work and perseverance, she obtained her Certificate of Qualification from the National Dental Examining Board of Canada in 2015. The love for her profession has taken her far — working as an associate dentist in Edmonton and Red Deer, and now has her own practice, Willow Smile Family Dental.

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Dr. Jean is not only passionate about dentistry, but she also enjoys exploring the world and experiencing different cultures. On her days off, she loves spending time with her family and friends and discovering new places. She has a particular fondness for the Rockies and loves being surrounded by nature, whether it's snowshoeing during the winter season or hiking in the summer. When she's not traveling or exploring the great outdoors, Dr. Jean enjoys baking, which she finds to be a great stress relief, and taking her dog, Q, to the dog park. Her goal is to continue to explore the world, meet new people, and create unforgettable memories.

Dr. Jason graduated from the University of Western Ontario with an Honours Bachelor degree in Biochemistry. He earned both his Master’s degree in Microbiology and Dental degree from the University of Manitoba.

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Dr. Jason worked for Health Canada and private practice in rural and remote locations across Western Canada. When not working, he has travelled across the country and abroad to constantly further his education and training. He strives to provide the best experience possible to his patients while incorporating the most up-to-date and best practices. He is passionate about volunteering, both at the community level and abroad. He has travelled to Guatemala on a dental mission to provide greater healthcare access to impoverished families. He has also provided weekly dental services to an outreach centre in Kamloops, BC. He is eagerly looking for his next opportunity.

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​Outside of work, Dr. Jason enjoys staying active. Although you may no longer see him at the gym or soccer field, he has taken up a new hobby in golf. He welcomes any tips or pointers you may have!

Dr. Sheila graduated from the University of Calgary with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences. She moved to Australia for dental school and completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of Sydney.​

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Dr. Sheila places great importance on creating an environment where patients are given the knowledge to understand their options and make the best-educated decision. She enjoys building relationships with her patients and strives for each appointment to be as comfortable and pain free as possible.​

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In her free time, Dr. Sheila enjoys fitness, travelling, and spending time outdoors. You can find her running, biking, hiking, snowboarding, or planning her next vacation.