Our Team
Our practice is a team of dedicated, friendly and capable professionals with the common interest of making your dental experience the best possible. Each staff member regularly attends continuing education courses to keep current on the latest dental techniques and technology. This enables us to provide you and your family with the finest dental care. We will go out of our way to make your dental visits comfortable and relaxing. Our staff speaks Ukrainian, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese.
Dr. Janna Kuanysheva
Dr. Janna’s journey in dentistry began in the early 1990s in her home city of Almaty, Kazakhstan, where she graduated with honours from Almaty Medical State University. She started her career as a dental surgeon in the Pediatric Maxillofacial Department of a hospital, where she also conducted scientific research in laser dentistry. Upon immigrating to Canada in 1998, she worked as a dental hygienist in Toronto while preparing for her Canadian dental qualifications. Her strong connections with patients inspired her to challenge the National Dental Examining Board, allowing her to regain her qualifications and resume her dental career in Canada. Dr. Janna intends to continue her teaching career at the Faculty of Dentistry at UBC, which speaks to her dedication to advancing the field.
Dr. Janna Kuanysheva’s dedication to patient care, combined with her warm demeanor and advanced clinical skills has earned her a loyal following. She speaks several languages, including Russian, Spanish, and Ukrainian, and has a passion for art, anthropology, and the outdoors. Outside of work, Dr. Janna enjoys alpine hiking, lake dipping in the mountains, and painting.
Liz (Hygienist)
Hi, I’m Liz, and I’m thrilled to be part of the Everbrite Dental team! Originally from Calgary, I earned my BSc in Dental Hygiene from the University of Alberta in 2006. I made the leap to beautiful BC in 2007 and have been happily working as a Registered Dental Hygienist ever since.
I’m all about helping patients achieve their best oral health and focusing on prevention and maintenance. My approach? Thorough and concise care delivered with a gentle touch. Building relationships with my patients and fostering a sense of community is what makes my job truly rewarding.
When I’m not at work, I’m busy being a wife and a mom to two little ones—one boy and one girl. My personal interests include exercising just enough to enjoy snacks guilt-free, indulging in skin care, and binge-watching K-dramas. Oh, and I’m a huge music fan! Of course, my favorite genre is K-pop but I love exploring all types. My Spotify account is always spinning, so feel free to request your favorite tunes. Fun fact: I have an ongoing streak in Duolingo learning Korean!
Dr. James Landrigan
Dr. James A. Landrigan graduated from McGill University in 1980 with a D.D.S. degree.He had previously completed his Bsc. in Biochemistry from Carleton in 1974. After returning to Vancouver, Dr. Landrigan had worked at Camgara Dental Group for over 20 years. Then he moved to this beautiful new location. He enjoys working in all aspects of general dentistry, with strong emphasis on restorative, prosthodontics, endodontics, and implants, cosmetics, preventive, and pediatric dentistry. Dr. Landrigan is a member in good standing of the Canadian Dental Association and the Association of Dentists of British Columbia, Fellow of International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI). He is also a member of the Renaissance Dental and Implant Study Club. Dr. Landrigan taught at UBC in the dental clinic supervising dental students for 5 years. Dr. Landrigan and is wife Cynthia have two sons that both are studying at UBC. When not working, Dr. Landrigan enjoys skiing, hiking, mountain biking , fitness, photography, and travel.