PROFILES OF EXCELLENCE New West Dentureworks Inc.
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ince completing an extensive trade program at the age of 19, followed up with an 18-month apprenticeship with a dedicated and highly talented mentor, Denturist Quan Gifford, R.D. (Denturist) has been driven to provide the very best in dentures and advanced procedures. With more than 18 years of experience, she is still passionate about patient education and believes a big part of her job is to educate patients about their dentures so that they can make well-informed decisions. “Being upfront, honest and more importantly kind, while providing high standards in quality of materials and products is what drives us,” says Quan. “For me, service is also about being there for your patients without any added charges for extra time spent.” Since being licensed in 2000, Quan has ensured that each patient achieves their desired result. Whether a patient’s dentures are for purely cosmetic reasons or for optimizing full dental function, the clinic offers full removable denture and permanent denture solutions. Working closely with some of the Lower Mainland’s top dental professionals and specialists, the clinic delivers a comfortable, relaxed and enjoyable experience. Her denture clinic offers the latest state-of-the-art dental office and specializes in the fabrication of removable dentures, partial dentures or complete
dentures, refitting and immediate repairs pertaining to dentures. Rest assured that Quan can bring back a smile to those who have lost their confidence because of problems with their dentures. In addition, it is equipped with an in-house lab where everything, from start to finish, is being quality controlled by her. This allows for a more thorough job and helps eliminate potential difficulties. Quan believes the key to the practice’s success is a combination of knowledgeable, friendly, caring, empathetic, highly skilled team of professional support staff. She strives to provide her clients with the very best denture services available. She does that by looking for new ways to improve her techniques and knowledge in the field of denturism in order to stay current with the latest technologies and products. “I attend continued education on a yearly basis with various seminars and or hands on participation with new trends,” she adds. It’s an approach that has paid off: their reputation draws satisfied customers from every
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I’m very involved with the young children in our community – Quan Gifford, R.D.
part of the Lower Mainland, in particular from neighbouring Burnaby and the Tri-Cities area. Quan is also paying it forward. Having had a truly talented and wonderful mentor, this dynamic professional provides a learning environment for young entrepreneurs by opening her doors to mentor and inspire. Furthermore, Quan is deeply committed to the community which has supported her over the years. “I’m very involved with the young children in our community,” she says. “I volunteer many hours at schools and have been involved with fundraising with various sports teams in our community. In addition, I provide
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(L) Denturist Quan Gifford with staff
pro bono cases for the patients struggling financially in our community once a year.” New West Dentureworks Inc. presents donations to many local public schools and churches on a regular basis. For those aspiring to enter the field, Quan says: “My advice to young people is to be honest and kind, everything is reflective in how you treat others, whether in business or in life. Moreover, keep good lines of communication open between you, your patients as well as other dental professionals.” Discover how Quan and her professional team can help give you that smile you dream of. sponsored content
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