Meet the Staff
Our Dentists
Dr. Don Beeson
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Dr. Beeson is a Grande Prairie local with deep roots in the Peace Region. Dr. Beeson went to the University of Victoria where he received his Bachelor of Science degree and then went on to attend the University of British Columbia to obtain his Degree in Dentistry (DMD), where he completed each year of dentistry on…
Dr. Nader Emami
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Dr. Nader Emami was born in Tehran, Iran and immigrated to Canada at the age of 4. For his undergraduate degree, he obtained his Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Health Physiology (Hons) at the University of Calgary. He then attended the University of Saskatchewan where he would obtain…
Dr. Curtis Smith
Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD)
Dr. Smith has lived in the Peace Country for the past 40 years. He graduated from the University of Alberta with a Doctorate of Dental Surgery. Since then he has always enjoyed serving a wide range of patients, in both age – from children to seniors – and a vast variety of dental needs and concerns…
Our Staff
Annette
Receptionist
Annette joined our team in 2021. Before this, Annette was a dental assistant. When she’s not answering our phones with a smile, she enjoys spending time with her family, and their dog Bentley. Annette loves to travel, especially in the winter months, and enjoys her daily family walks.
Cory
Registered Dental Hygienist
Cory has been creating dazzling smiles for 30 years in Grande Prairie, and gets instant gratification when she makes smiles sparkle! One secret about Cory is that she is a bit of a dental phobe herself. Therefore, Cory has spent the last 30 years creating a gentle and comfortable hygiene experience for her patients. She always takes the extra time and tlc that is needed. She has many non-injection techniques to help patients feel relaxed during a cleaning visit, including a certification in nitrous oxide (laughing gas). Nitrous oxide is a mild sedative that helps with anxiety and when combined with oxygen at the end of treatment it leaves you feeling alert, non drowsy, and ready to go back to work or proceed with your day. Cory always looks forward to seeing new and familiar smiles.
Chantal
Registered Dental Assistant
Chantel was born in Peace River but grew up in the Beaverlodge area. After graduation she went to Edmonton and became a registered dental assistant in 2003, then relocated back to Grande Prairie. Chantel has spent her last 20 years working in the Peace region and joined our team in 2020. Chantel recently got married in Mexico. Her and Luke now have a beautiful, blended family of seven! Chantel genuinely has a passion for all things dental and bringing that smile to the patient’s day. When Chantel is not at the clinic she loves to travel and spend time with her children. She also loves the outdoors, learning to golf, music and going to concerts. Chantel holds a special place in her heart for raising awareness for Mental Health in memory of her late husband.
Denise
Registered Dental Assistant
Denise was born and raised in Ontario. She relocated to Grande Prairie in 2016 and brings over 35 years experience as a dental assistant. Denise’s main goal is to make the patient feel welcome and at ease throughout their dental visit. She always has a smile or a hand to hold if needed. When Denise isn’t working, she enjoys spending time with her family and her 5 cats.
Jasmine
Registered Dental Hygienist
Jasmine is originally from Ontario and has lived and practiced dental hygiene in the Peace Region for over 10 years. She enjoys swimming, paddle boarding, gardening, as well as sitting on numerous boards in the community. As a mother and wife, she has a busy family life but enjoys working part-time at Today’s Dental and continuing her passion for dentistry and supporting the community.
Wesla
Registered Dental Assistant
Wesla grew up in a small town called Dapp, AB. Wesla has been an RDA since 2003 and loves her career as much now as the day she started. She loves helping to put a smile on patients’ faces. When not helping to ensure our patients receive the best care, Wesla can be found spending time with her husband, and two beautiful daughters. Wesla enjoys reading, being near the water, and weightlifting.
Devon
Registered Dental Hygienist
Devon has been a dental hygienist for 13 years. She was born and raised in White Rock BC and moved to Grande Prairie 12 years ago with her husband, Kyle. They now have two beautiful children and one remarkable dog! Devon takes pride in her dental hygiene career and is proud to call Today’s Dental Grande Prairie her work home. She thrives on building relationships with her patients and providing them with optimal oral health through education.