Howe Sound Dental Group
Patients often talk about kind, gentle care and friendly, helpful staff.
Patients most often mentionKind, gentle care 7 · Friendly, helpful staff 6See the reviewsHide
Counted in the 59 Google reviews we read, up to September 2026.
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- 7 of 59 reviews mention kind, gentle care
- No prices on their website
- 5 dentists listed on their website
- Open Saturdays
What 59 reviews mention most
- Kind, gentle care: 7 reviews
- Friendly, helpful staff: 6 reviews
Cost and paying
- No prices on their website: ask for the total, including the exam and X-rays, when you call
Who you’ll see
- Dr. Peter Kearney · DDS
- Dr. Mark Spurr · B.Sc, M.Sc
- Dr. Ehsan Taheri
- Dr. Andrew Gee
Getting seen soon
- Open Saturdays
- Ask for the first opening when you call
Can help with
- Check-up and cleaning
- Toothache or emergency
- Children
- Nervous about the dentist
- Root canal
What patients say
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Who you’ll see
The team listed on their website.
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Dr. Kearney grew up in West Van attending Westcot and Sentinel before going to UBC for biochemistry. He graduated with a DDS from the University of Toronto in 1979 and came back to Vancouver. Dr. Kearney and Dr. Katrin Turu started the West Van Dental Group together in 1983 . They were joined by Dr. Clive Jones and Dr. Mark Spurr. After many great years at WVDG it was time to reconnect with many of our former team in an updated location in Lynn Valley. Read more
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Dr. Spurr completed a B.Sc. Microbiology and a M.Sc. Molecular Biology from UBC, during the years 1973-1979. He obtained his Dental Degree from the University of Toronto. He has been practicing general dentistry since graduating in 1983, encompassing all aspects of dentistry, including sedation, implants, major restorative, and wisdom teeth extractions. Dr Spurr practiced in Alberta for the first 16 years of his career, before returning to BC to practice with his long time friends, Drs. Peter Kearney (high school friend), Katrin Turu, and Clive Jones. After the change of ownership at West Van Dental Group and the untimely retirement of their partner Dr. Clive Jones, Drs. Kearney, Turu, and Spurr decided that it was time to join forces with some “like minded” young dentists and make the move to their new “Dental Home” with Howe Sound Dental Group, in Lynn Valley. Dr. Spurr looks…
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Dr. Taheri was raised in Vancouver, Richmond, and North Vancouver, and is proud to call the North Shore home. He completed both his undergraduate degree and Doctor of Dental Medicine at the University of British Columbia, graduating in 2011. In 2013, he and his family settled in North Vancouver, where they are now living as a family of five and enjoying the strong sense of community that makes the area so special. A Patient-Centred Philosophy Dr. Taheri believes in treating every patient the same way he would treat his own family — with honesty, compassion, and respect. His approach is comprehensive and collaborative, ensuring patients are fully involved in every step of their treatment planning process. He values clear communication and incorporates modern dental technology and digital imaging to help patients clearly understand their options and feel confident in their decisions.…
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Dr. Andrew Gee, born and raised in East Vancouver, discovered his passion for dentistry while volunteering at a local non-profit community dental clinic during his undergraduate studies. After graduating with distinction with a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology, Dr. Gee’s commitment to helping others led him to pursue the Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of British Columbia. His journey continued at UBC’s dental school, where he excelled and developed a keen interest in surgical and cosmetic dentistry. His dedication and skill were recognized through numerous awards and scholarships in restorative, prosthodontic, periodontic, and preventative dentistry. Committed to providing exceptional dental care, Dr. Gee believes in delivering effective and efficient treatments tailored to each patient’s unique needs and continues to advance his skill through ongoing…
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Dr. Trevor Shen was born in Vancouver and raised in Coquitlam, BC. After attending the University of British Columbia for his undergraduate degree, he was accepted into the Doctor of Dental Medicine after only three years. While studying at The University of British Columbia, he was honoured to receive the Academy of Operative Dentistry Prize during his graduating year. Outside of the office, he enjoys a variety of sports, both as an athlete and as a fan of basketball and hockey. Dr. Shen also enjoys all the outdoor activities the Lower Mainland has to offer, including golf, a favourite pastime shared with his father, Dr. Allen Shen.
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Check-up and cleaning
Their website has a page about check-ups and cleanings.
Kind, gentle care: 7 reviews.
- Are you taking new patients, and when is the first opening for a new-patient exam and cleaning?
- What will the exam, X-rays and cleaning cost, and what will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
Toothache or emergency
Their Google profile says they offer emergency care.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Can you see me today? Say where it hurts, since when, and whether there is swelling or a fever.
- What will the emergency exam and X-ray cost before any treatment?
Children
Their Google profile says they see children.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- From what age do you see children, and can brothers and sisters be booked together?
- Do you bill my insurance or the dental care plan directly for my child?
Nervous about the dentist
Their Google profile says they offer sedation. Their website mentions sedation for nervous patients.
Kind, gentle care: 7 reviews.
- Say you’re nervous when you book, and ask what helps: a longer appointment, breaks, numbing, laughing gas or sedation.
- If sedation is an option, what does it cost, and will I need someone to take me home?
Root canal
Their website has a page about root canals.
Not many reviews mention this yet.
- Is the root canal done here, or will I be referred to a specialist?
- Does the price include the crown the tooth may need afterwards?
Cost and paying
Their website doesn’t list prices or ways to pay.
- What’s the total, including the exam and X-rays?
- How much will my insurance or the dental care plan cover?
- Does anything cost more than the provincial fee guide?
They don’t post prices online. For a rough idea, see what patients across Canada said they paid.
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