Team
With over 60 years of combined experience, the team at Kitsilano Smiles strives to provide the highest standards of care in general and family dentistry.
Dr. Sandra Huish, DDS
As an associate professor with the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Huish is committed to ongoing dental education as a cornerstone to excellence in dental care. She is a founding member of the Geriatric Dental Program at UBC; a recipient of a Service Award from the College of Dental Surgeons in 2013; and became a Fellow of the International College of Dentists in 2016.
Dr. Huish has successfully completed Invisalign® Clear Certification Levels 1 and 2; Botox Cosmetic Certification; and continuing dental courses in Comprehensive Treatment Planning & Surgical Placement of Implants via Computer Guided Technology, crown lengthening, and Solea laser certification. She and her family are proud to be part of the vibrant Kitsilano community!
Dr. Najia Bhimji-Brush
Dr. Bhimji-Brush has always called Vancouver home. After completing her dental degree at the University of British Columbia, she completed a program in Advanced Education in Dentistry at the University of Connecticut.
Dr. Bhimji-Brush strives to make every patient feel comfortable, understood, and educated. Her goal is to make every patient a little more excited to come to the office and motivate them to care for their oral health. As part of her approach to esthetics and therapeutic treatment, she also offers Botox for her patients.
When Dr. Bhimji-Brush is not working hard to put a smile on your face, you may find her at the aquarium or park with her husband and daughter, or on the Whistler Gondola preparing to ski up a storm, or visiting her favourite cheese shop to make an epic charcuterie board. She has also published a children’s book to teach kids and parents about dental hygiene called “Shelby The Sugarbug’s Slimy Adventure”!
Dr. Anna Preis, DMD
Growing up in Europe, Dr. Preis came to Canada when she was 15, later attending the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg to complete her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree.
She later attended the UBC Faculty of Dentistry to receive advanced training in prosthodontics, endodontics, oral surgery, and sedation dentistry. Dr. Preis remained at the faculty, serving as clinical educator and student group advisor. In her 20 years as a dentist, Dr. Preis has participated in dental mission trips to Nicaragua, Honduras, and Peru and donated her time providing dental care to the residents of the Vancouver East Side.
Since 2020, Dr. Preis has acted as an associate at Kitsilano Smiles focusing on surgery and endodontics, helping her patients to reach their optimal oral health.
Kylea, CDA/Registered Dental Hygienist
Raised in the Canadian Rockies as the daughter of a Park Warden, Kylea moved to the West Coast to complete her training in 1999 and 2008. She is the mom of two girls and married to a pilot.
Olivia, CDA/Treatment Coordinator
Olivia is a Certified Dental Assistant who graduated from the University of the Fraser Valley in 2018. She is dedicated to providing compassionate care and helping patients feel at ease during their dental visits.
Jordan, CDA/Treatment Coordinator
Jordan graduated from the University of British Columbia’s Dental Hygiene Degree program in 2019. With a strong foundation in preventive care and patient education, Jordan is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable, informed, and confident in their oral health. Known for a gentle approach and attention to detail, Jordan is committed to creating positive dental experiences and supporting long-term oral wellness.
Samantha, CDA/Treatment Coordinator
Samantha is a Certified Dental Assistant who graduated from VCC in 2019. She enjoys building genuine connections and being part of a team that provides high-quality care and supports healthy, confident smiles. When she’s not at the office, you can usually find her trying new restaurants and cafés around the city.
Tasnim, Office Manager
On the front line of Kitsilano Smiles, Tasnim is the friendly face that has been greeting patients and organizing appointments since 2006.