Woodgrove Dental Clinic

Woodgrove Dental Clinic: family and emergency dentistry in Nanaimo

Woodgrove Dental Clinic is a dental clinic located in Nanaimo, British Columbia, serving patients of all ages and accepting new patients. Its offerings include general dentistry, cosmetic treatments, and restorative procedures, with a focus on patient comfort and prevention.

The clinic is led by Dr. C.A. (Sandy) Thomson and Dr. Henry Zhang, both general dentists. The team describes itself as locally owned and operated in the Nanaimo community since 2001.

General and preventive dentistry services

The clinic offers routine exams and cleanings, dental fillings, root canals (endodontic treatment), tooth extractions, and emergency treatment. On the preventive side, it recommends regular check-ups to prevent cavities and gum disease, and suggests booking an appointment if the patient has not visited the office in the past 6 to 12 months.

Fillings are available in two materials: amalgam (metallic) and composite (natural tooth colour), to suit the patient's preferences and budget.

Cosmetic and restorative dentistry

The cosmetic treatment menu includes dental crowns, teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, and orthodontics with clear aligners, including Invisalign treatment. In the restorative area, the clinic provides dental bridges, fillings, inlays and onlays, and dental implants.

Orthodontics and other specialized treatments

In addition to orthodontics with clear aligners and Invisalign, the clinic offers sedation dentistry, guards and appliances, snoring and sleep apnea treatment, and treatment for temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD/TMJ). It also offers laser dentistry and dental technology applied to diagnosis and treatment.

Professional team

Dr. C.A. (Sandy) Thomson is a general dentist and has owned the clinic since 1996. He graduated from the University of British Columbia (UBC) Faculty of Dentistry in 1995 and is a faculty member of SPEAR Dental Education, based in Scottsdale, Arizona. Before turning to dentistry, he ran a boat construction and repair business in Steveston.

Dr. Henry Zhang is a general dentist originally from Nanaimo. He trained at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry and worked in rural areas of Ontario, particularly in Kenora, serving communities with high dental needs. The clinic notes that its team regularly attends seminars and conferences on new treatments and technologies.

Location, hours, and access

The office is located in Royal Heights Plaza, at 5070 Uplands Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N1, near the Island Highway and Turner Road, with free on-site parking. Office hours are Monday to Friday, closed Saturdays and Sundays.

Fees and insurance

The clinic direct bills insurance and applies fees based on the British Columbia Dental Association (BCDA) fee guide. It is a member of Canada's 123Dentist community.

Location and contact

5070 Uplands Dr, Nanaimo, BC V9T 6N1 · Phone: (250) 729-9787 · Email: info@woodgrovedentalclinic.com · Hours: Mon: 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Tue: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Wed: 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Thu: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Fri: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Sat: Closed Sun: Closed