Our Team

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.

Arian is a dedicated dental assistant at EverBrite Dental who brings warmth, skill, and enthusiasm to every patient interaction. Currently studying to become a doctor himself, Arian is passionate about healthcare and is gaining valuable hands-on experience alongside Dr. Janna. His caring approach and commitment to learning make him a valued member of the team.

Sabina works at the front desk as an Administrative Assistant, bringing warmth, empathy, and strong communication skills to every interaction. With a background in Psychology from Simon Fraser University, she approaches her role with thoughtfulness and a patient-centered mindset that helps people feel at ease.

Sabina speaks English, Russian, and Kazakh fluently, and is currently learning French to better connect with patients from diverse backgrounds - ensuring everyone feels welcome and understood.

Simon is our registered dental hygienist, born and raised in Edmonton, Alberta. Before pursuing a diploma in Dental Hygiene, Simon graduated from the University of Alberta with a degree in accounting. He soon realized that wasn’t his passion and moved to Toronto for two years to pursue his Dental Hygiene diploma at the Toronto College of Dental Hygiene. Ultimately, Simon decided to move to Vancouver to continue his Dental Hygiene career. He’s enjoying the mountains and beaches and is excited to explore more of what Vancouver has to offer.