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Personal Information
- Biography
Dr. Frank Van Gyn, as well as being an accomplished cosmetic dentist, is a cowboy at heart. He comes by this naturally as he grew up (some of us debate this ) in western Alberta. He attended University of Alberta and graduated with a BSc. in 1972 and a Doctorate of Dental Sciences in 1975. Throughout university he was the star of his junior hockey team. Having moved on from hockey, Frank now enjoys the game of golf.
After graduation from dental school Frank spent 3 years as an associate of a busy group practice in rural Alberta. Here, he learned to wire broken jaws together with clothes hangers! He has since refined his techniques. (Ask him about this story some time.. It's a good one)
In 1978 Frank moved to Victoria and made it his new home. He married Geri, who has more letters after her name than Frank could ever hope for. Geri Van Gyn has a PhD in both psychology (she's been trying to figure Frank out now for over 25 years) and physical education. Frank and Geri have twin daughters Lindsey and Jill and another daughter Robin.
Outside the dental office Frank is one busy guy. Frank is not only a good cowboy but also an avid sailor. He has been an active member of the Victoria Yacht Club since 1981 and twice sailed to Maui as a competitor in the famous Vic-Maui race. During the spring Frank races Star sailboats. Frank also enjoys Cat-skiing and his new found love, motorcycling.
Dr.Van Gyn has maintained a strong presence in the dental community throughout his career. He was appointed president of the Victoria and District Dental Society in 2000 for a two year term. For several years Dr. Van Gyn presented practice management seminars throughout western Canada and USA. He is certified through the Panky Institute (or as Frank likes to call it , the Hanky Panky Institute) of Advanced Dental Education as a cosmetic dentist.
Update - Dr. Frank Van Gyn recently completed the Advanced Functional and Neuromuscular Dentistry program under the world-renowned Dr. William Dickerson, Founder and CEO of LVI Global. While at LVI, Dr. Frank Van Gyn underwent intensive training on how to evaluate, diagnose and treat restorative cases so that they will not only make patients look good, but feel better as well.
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Anaesthesia & Oral Sedation
As an adjunct to the stress free atmosphere of our office, we also offer sedation dentistry for any patient who suffers from dental anxiety or has a phobia.
Whether you are afraid of the needle, the sound of the drill incites terror or you just feel that dentistry is too painful, many consider this option to have their dental needs met. Sedation dentistry has been used safely in millions of dental procedures. Any procedure can be completed while you are sedated and most people choose to take care of everything in as little as two appointments. Many times it is as simple as just taking a pill prior to your appointment. If you have been hiding your smile, putting up with pain, or putting off going to the dentist because of dental phobia, it's time to make a positive change in your life. Take care of yourself first, make the call and enjoy the benefits of a healthy mouth and smile.
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Missed & Cancelled Appointments
If you are unable to keep an appointment, please notify us at least two business days in advance. This will allow us to schedule other patients awaiting treatment. If less than two business days notice is given, a $100 fee will be assessed to your account and is payable prior to or at your next appointment.
Payment Options
We expect payment in full at the time of treatment. For your convenience, we offer several payment options:
- Cash
- Debit Card
- Credit Cards: Visa, MasterCard, or American Express
- Medicard (a third party financing company with 0% financing options. The dental office--in this case us--absorbs any interest costs)
Insurance
We will work with your insurance company to determine your estimated co-payment amount for your treatment plan before treatment even begins so there will be no big surprises. We will be happy to process your insurance claim so you pay only an estimated co-payment at the time of treatment. Learn more about how insurance works.
Please bring your insurance information with you on your first visit.
