Dr. Harj Kang – Dentist Vancouver
Dr. Kang is a man with a passion for dentistry that goes beyond the usual.
He started his journey at the University of British Columbia, where he earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 2009.
But he has a deep desire to make a difference.
So after graduating, he went to northern British Columbia.
For over six years, he brought smiles and better health to rural communities that needed him most, all while honing his skills in treating a wide range of dental concerns.
Dr. Kang combines his passion for serving the underprivileged with a love for travel. He regularly volunteers on dental mission trips, particularly to impoverished areas of Bangladesh and Thailand.
Dr. Kang is a lifelong learner.
Always digging deeper into the world of oral surgery and orthodontics.
He’s certified in administering IV sedation, placing and restoring implants, and is proud to be an Invisalign provider.
And if that’s not enough, he also offers Botox treatments for fine lines, TMJ, and migraines.
Come meet Dr. Kang.
Let him answer your questions about any of your oral health concerns.
You’ll find Dr. Kang to be caring, thorough and knowledgeable.
He’ll take the time to make sure you understand any treatment you require.
Dr. Kang and his staff look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve and maintain optimum dental health.
Dr. Madeson Basie
Dr. Madeson Basie is a lifelong dental health professional who chose his career path 53 years ago. With a strong belief that oral care was the gateway to whole-body health, he embraces dentistry with recognizable passion and dedication.
Born and raised in small-town Alberta, he attended the University of Alberta in Edmonton, graduating in 1967 with a Science degree ( B.Sc. ), majoring in zoology and analytical chemistry, and completed dental training, earning a dental degree ( D.D.S. ) in 1971.
Upon graduation , Dr Basie moved to Vancouver where his dental career has flourished ever since, applying his energies to learn how he could contribute to peoples well-being through dentistry. His path led to extensive studies in gnathology and occlusion, temporomandibular jaw joint health, orthodontic orthopaedics, comprehensive full mouth rehabilitation, ( including tooth replacement with implants) , airway and sleep medicine; all mentored by recognized world experts in each field .
Having discovered in the early 1970’s that there was a connection between oral health and whole body health, Dr Basie pioneered the process of integrating natural healing advances ( acupuncture , bioenergetics, nutrition, et al ) into his practice , while helping to facilitate the journey of health and wellness for his patients.
All this with one guiding principle : To help people to spend as little time in the dental chair as possible for the rest of their life , after helping them to achieve and maintain maximum dental health .
Dr Basie’s unique approach recognizes the mind-body-emotion-spirit interplay of the patient’s journey to wholeness and wellness.
DENTISTRY BEYOND THE SMILE .
Alexandria Phillips
Office Manager
Originally from Regina, Saskatchewan, Alex has been a Vancouverite for many years now and is proud to call Vancouver her home. Coming from a cosmetology background Alex takes great pride and joy in working with people. She decided in 2018 that the dental field is what she was passionate about and attended Langara College where she graduated with the Dental Clinic Administration Diploma. Having worked with General Dentistry, Perio, Protho and Oral surgery Alex comes with a wealth of knowledge ready to answer any questions you might have. You can also be certain that she will welcome you with a warm smile. On her days off Alex likes to spend time with her fiancé hiking, traveling, cooking, reading or going to the beach.
