Smili Dental

, DMD Meet your dentist Dr. Jason Tao Dr. Jason Tao grew up in Vancouver and earned his Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2013. He then moved to Prince George, where he spent 13 years providing comprehensive dental care and building lasting community relationships. Dr. Tao is thrilled to return to beautiful North Vancouver to start the next chapter of his career and welcome patients to his own practice. Dr. Tao is dedicated to patient-centered care with a strong focus on education, empowering every patient to make informed decisions about their oral health. He strives to create a comfortable, welcoming environment where patients feel heard and cared for. Outside the office, he enjoys quality time with his wife and energetic twin boys, embracing family life in the community he proudly calls home again.

Chairside Chats Less is More: Dental Edition Dr. Nguyen explains that while dental sealants are a powerful preventive tool, their success depends heavily on precise application to avoid trapping “recurrent decay” beneath the surface. Through comparative cases, he illustrates that overbuilt or bulky sealants often fracture and allow bacteria to enter, whereas minimal placement confined to the tooth’s deepest grooves remains effective for years. Read More Dr. Tony Nguyen

Chairside Chats How Long Should You Wear Clear Aligners Each Day? (And Why Brushing Before Putting Them Back In Really Matters) Dr. Schien emphasizes that clear aligners require a strict commitment to 20–22 hours of daily wear to keep tooth movement on track. He highlights the necessity of brushing after every meal, as reinserting aligners without cleaning can trap sugars and acids against the enamel, leading to cavities and inflammation. Read More Dr. Erik Schien