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YOUR SMILE IS OUR SPECIALTY, DR. JAMIE KAUKINEN Excellence in dentistry has been a long-standing tradition in the Kaukinen family. Throughout highschool and university, Dr. Jamie Kaukinen worked for his grandfather in his dental office and prosthetic laboratory. This experience led Jamie to follow in his grandfather’s footsteps and pursue his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at the University of Toronto. Further training took him to the University of Michigan for specialty training and a Master of Science degree in Prosthodontics. “I always knew I was going to be a dentist. It gives me the ability to help people and see them get dramatic results very quickly,” reflects Dr. Kaukinen, marking 20 years of practice here in Victoria. “For my patients who have found it impossible to eat or smile – it really does change their lives for the better.” Dr. Kaukinen provides his patients with a unique experience. From start to finish, the ability to replace and rebuild worn and broken down teeth and create a beautiful smile can all be accomplished in-house. “From the 3D-CT scanner that produces detailed images of the jaw and teeth, to the CAD-CAM System in a state-of-the-art dental laboratory, all aspects of our patients’ treatment including dental and implant surgery can be completed in-office.” Technology in dental implants has also advanced to the degree that a brand new, long-lasting, natural smile is not only possible, but possible quickly and with less down-time for the patient. “The development of minimally invasive treatments is a great advancement,”
Dr. Kaukinen remarks. “There is minimal discomfort and faster healing, with dental implants; it’s like getting your own teeth back again.” Dr. Kaukinen and his highly trained technicians provide dental restorations including ceramic crowns, fixed bridges, dentures and implant-supported replacement teeth that are custom designed and fabricated in their in-house dental laboratory. “What sets us apart the most is our ability to provide teeth in a day, because we have the facilities, technology, training and experience.” For patients apprehensive about their procedure, Dr. Kaukinen offers sedation; although the relaxing home-like setting and the staff’s friendly approach goes a long way to making patients feel at ease. “We focus on providing a relaxed setting and the highest level of individualized, gentle care.” Dr. Kaukinen is a recognized specialist in prosthodontics and implant dentistry, frequently lecturing to dentists throughout North America. He is also a consultant to the British Columbia Cancer Agency in prosthodontics and maxillofacial prosthetics. Through his desire to support future students, Dr. Kaukinen has created a scholarship at the University of British Columbia for those specializing in prosthodontics. “We want to encourage and support the students, the program and the future of the specialty in BC.”
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We focus on providing a relaxed setting and the highest level of individualized, gentle care.
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Dr. Jamie Kaukinen Certified Specialist in Prosthodontics and Implant Dentistry DDS MS FRCD No Referrals Required
Dr. Jamie Kaukinen Inc. 15 – 1120 Yates Street Victoria, BC V8V 3M9 Phone 250-385-7511 Fax 250-385-1613 Email kaukinen@shaw.ca www.drjamiekaukinen.com
Dr. Kaukinen … a Victoria Dentist dedicated to creating world class smiles. New patients are always welcome without a referral.
Dr. Jamie Kaukinen