My passion for dental technology lies in mentoring our technicians to provide the best possible products and services for our dentists and their patients.

Barry graduated in 1969 as a Registered Dental Technician and joined Fine Arts in 1970 as a dental technician. That year he began working with subperiosteals and blade implants in conjunction with the crown and bridge. In 1973 Barry became head of the crown and bridge studio at Fine Arts and also established an ownership position with the company.

Barry became certified in the Branemark implant system in 1985 and began an association with the U.B.C. implant club in 1987 through his mentor, Dr. Monty Reitzik. His many credits include:

Gnathology - Orange Coast College California 1971

Executive officer of the Vancouver Implant seminar for the past three years.

Taught dental technology at Vancouver Vocational Institute specialized Crown and Bridge night school course 1982.

Diplomas from Northwestern University Dental School, centre for Dental Implants 1988, 3I Implant technology 1991, and U.B.C.

Course certificate for special jaw reconstruction using the principles of osseointegration 1988 plus certification from the major Implant manufacturers.

Guest lecturer of P.G. dental society on laboratory aspects of implant technology 1991.

Member of the Williams Dental Co. consultant of Regional education 1991. (Core program)

Member of the Academy of osseointegration

Richard's career with Fine Arts began in 1975 where he quickly established himself as a skilled and knowledgeable technician and soon became manager of our Crown and Bridge Studio. Richard's training over the years has included Procera, Ivoclar Advanced Metal Design and Osseo Integrated Implants. Richard has trained with Lee Culp at the I.O.A.D Institute in Florida and has completed the P.A.C.~Live Advanced Esthetics studies in San Francisco. Richard is head of our Fine Arts Esthetics Studio where he works closely with dentists who are committed to achieving exceptional esthetics results.

As a former dental laboratory owner, Roger joined Fine Arts as leader of our Port Coquitlam Dental Lab in 1994. With an excess of thirty years experience in crown and bridge, as well as certification in Procera, Implantology, NGA seminars and advanced esthetics courses, Roger now heads our Crown and Bridge Studio in Vancouver.

Roger also provides the primary leadership for the Fine Arts Training and Development Program, which organizes mentoring and training for our developing dental technicians in the esthetic standards of Fine Arts.

Anil joined Fine Arts in 1975 and now heads our Removable Appliances Studio. Anil is certified in the BPS Denture System and laser welding procedures. He contributes his dental technology knowledge and experience through teaching at study groups, and at UBC and Vancouver Community College. He has attended many implant seminars to build on his already impressive knowledge and expertise in "Denture over Implants".

Angus joined the Fine Arts Team as Prosthodontic/Implant Manager in February 2001, having worked in dental technology on Vancouver Island since 1989.

Through his dedication to continual training, Angus has developed a wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of removable prosthodontics. Since receiving his Branemark Certification in 1994, Angus has focused his attention on implant technology and is head of our Implant Studio. He will be working closely with Barry to ensure that Fine Arts is your first choice for complex combination cases.

Lisa began her career with Fine Arts in 1988 working in our Denture Studio. In 1990 she accepted the opportunity for training as a wire bender for orthodontics. A natural talent, Lisa furthered her orthodontic skills by working with two highly regarded orthodontic technicians for a series of one-on-one training sessions and today is our Head Technician for Fine Arts Orthodontic Studio.

Lisa maintains her orthodontic knowledge by attending post-graduate courses as well as reading orthodontic periodicals regularly. Lisa also has a great network of orthodontic colleagues with whom she can discuss current advances. Over the years, she has developed great relationships with her clients and is always open to discuss the specifics of cases when needed.

"Every case is different and has its own unique set of challenges. I really enjoy seeing the end result of orthodontic treatment. There's something about those great looking smiles!"

Derek started his dental technician career with Fine Arts in 1968, becoming Manager of our Port Coquitlam lab in 1980. Currently, Derek manages Fine Arts in Chilliwack where he is responsible for Quality Control and Overall Operations. He has been an examiner with the College of Dental Technicians of British Columbia since 1984 and continues to mentor and train Fine Arts dental technicians on an ongoing basis.

Bette joined Fine Arts in 1990 as part of our dispatch team in Port Coquitlam. Today Bette manages the daily challenges of our Fine Arts Dispatch Centre. Her calm, courteous and upbeat manner has set a standard for her team of drivers and dispatchers.

Bette and her team are oriented to solving problems quickly to ensure that our clients receive cases and information in a timely manner thereby assisting in the success of their practices.