Dixie (Certified Dental Assitant)

Dixie was born and raised in beautiful Kelowna, BC. She enjoyed raising her three children here as well. They are all grown and living their lives to the fullest.

She took her CDA training at OUC 30 years ago. She has worked for a periodontist and in a large group pracitce gaining a vast amount of knowledge from those she worked with. For the last few years she has been working with the dental hygienists as a hygiene assistant. Her heart is working in this area after working with a periodontist in the treatment of gum disease and patient education. She was president of the Kelowna Dental Assistants Society for many years. She has worked at OUC as an examiner for clinical exams in the Dental Assisting department. Her positive attitude and genuine care for patients makes us fortunate to have her in the practice since 2008.

In her spare time, along with her husband, she enjoys skiing, boating, motorcycle riding and many other sports.

Our Team

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  Dr. Gary Powell, BSc. DMD
  Dentist
  Gary Powell is a caring dentist with a gentle technique who has been practicing dentistry for 14 years. Gary enjoys helping people of all ages to improve their dental health and their smile. With many advances in science and technology, it is ... More
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  Dr. Brett York, BComm, DDS
  Dentist
  Dr. Brett York is a caring dentist who graduated from the University of Alberta. Since joining the practice in 2008, he has been busy caring for patients of all ages. He has attended many hours of continuing dental education and has the skills to ... More
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  Sharmaine Powell
  Registered Dental Hygienist
  Sharmaine Powell is a thorough and gentle dental hygienist. Educating patients about their oral health and the many options available in dental treatment are some of her favourite parts of the job. Staying current with continuing education is ... More
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  Stephanie
  Registered Dental Hygienist
  Stephanie is an amazing hygienist who has the skills to make patients feel at ease while doing a very thorough and gentle cleaning. She enjoys her job because she can help people improve their oral health as well as their overall body health. It ... More