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#100-5271 Rutherford Road, Nanaimo BC

NEW CANADIAN DENTAL PLAN

New dental plan to be rolled out by the Canadian government in stages. The service provider will be SunLife. To receive the dental benefits you will  have to apply through a portal and be eligible. The eligibility break down is as follows: 100% income under $70,000 60% coverage for those…

Being Committed to Cultural Safety: My Journey as a Métis Dental Hygienist

As a Métis dental hygienist, I understand the importance of cultural safety in healthcare. It's not just about knowing the customs and traditions of Indigenous communities, but also understanding and respecting the diversity of cultures and backgrounds that our patients come from. Cultural safety means providing a safe and respectful…

Help! I Have Halitosis

  Halitosis, or bad breath, is a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. While occasional bad breath is normal, persistent halitosis can be a sign of an underlying dental or medical issue. Here are some common causes of halitosis: Poor Oral Hygiene: The most common cause of bad…

Children’s dental care tips

  As a parent, you want to give your children the best possible start in life, and that includes taking care of their oral health. Good dental and home care habits can help prevent cavities, gum disease, and other dental problems in infants, toddlers, children, and teens. Here are some…

Human Papilloma Virus

ₗₑₜₛ ₜₐₗₖ ₐbₒᵤₜ ₛₑₓ bₐby! H (uman) P(apilloma) V(irus) Okay let's get real comfortable with each other for a minute. This past week I have randomly had two different discussions about HPV in my social life. Incidentally both times people were very offended when I told them the facts about HPV and both times neither party…

Minimal wait times!

Located inside Island Optimal on Rutherford

When you come to us, you will find a calm and relaxing environment inside a private room to make your appointment as pleasant as possible. You’ll find us at Island Optimal on Rutherford Road in Nanaimo BC. This is a shared multidisciplinary space where we can work closely with other practitioners for your overall health and wellbeing.

Ambryn is fantastic. Knowledgeable, friendly, and genuinely cares about her patients. Highly recommend!!

Wilston Mutagubya Avatar Wilston Mutagubya

I had a great experience with Ambryn Ethier. She is highly professional, friendly, and made the whole process easy and comfortable. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for... read more

Yanislav Plieshkov Avatar Yanislav Plieshkov

This was my first visit to Vancouver Island Dental Hygiene and I was super impressed. The location is convenient, the space is cozy and welcoming, and Ambryn did a great... read more

Mitchell Jordan Avatar Mitchell Jordan

New patients welcome!

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