About us
We welcome you to Dr. Ken Taves Dental | Vernon, BC
Get to know a bit more about us here at “TEAM TAVES”.
Dr. Ken Taves
Doctor of Dental Surgery, 2008; Edmonton, Alberta; University of Alberta
Bachelor or Science in Medical Science, 2006; Edmonton, Alberta; University of Alberta.
I was raised in Vernon and developed a love for adventure and the outdoors as I grew up. You will find me on a commuter bike riding to work or in the forest on my mountain bike during the summer months. Enjoying beautiful Kalamalka lake on a boat or paddle-board is also one of my happy-places. In the winter I enjoy skiing up at Silver Star with family and friends.
Outside of dentistry, I am kept busy with the many activities of my family. I definitely married out of my league with Amber and proud to have three fantastic kids: Kayla, Declan, and Evan.
Dentistry is a passion for me that helps me connect and develop relationships with people of this Vernon community. That is what I enjoy most about being a dentist: connecting and caring for others. Combining art, science, and technology in my work keeps dentistry fun and rewarding. Reducing dental anxiety for patients is key for me.
A truly amazing dental team surrounds me to help treat others as we would like to be treated. You will be greeted with a smile and often hear the sound of laughter filling the halls of our dental clinic. I look forward to have you smile with us!
Patty
Reception/Office Manager
Patty was born in Vernon but moved around as a child with her family. She eventually made her way back to Vernon in 2000. Patty loves camping with her husband and two teenage boys. Along with cheering the boys on at their BMX races and helping with the Vernon club.
She joined the team in 2010 as a dental receptionist and is now the office manager.
She loves working with all of the patients that come through the door.
Ange
Reception
Ange grew up in the Okanagan, and recently moved back after living in Calgary for 20 years.
She is newer to dentistry, having joined the team in March 2021. In her spare time she enjoys being outdoors with her family and watching her kids at their sports games. She also enjoys photography and bowling.
Morgan
Certified Dental Assistant
Morgan was born in Vernon and raised on a farm in Spallumcheen. She completed the Certified Dental Assisting Program in Kelowna with honours in 2015 and has been working with Dr. Ken Taves ever since!
Morgan is very passionate about weight training at the gym, cooking and exploring new cities in search of the best places to eat. She also loves to downhill ski and fly fish with her husband and cuddle with her two kitties.
Jenny
Certified Dental Assistant
Jenny grew up in Sweden, and moved to Vernon 16 years ago. She graduated from the Certified Dental Assistant Program at Okanagan College in 2017 and has been working with Dr Taves since 2020.
Tania
Hygienist
Tania has been working at the practice for 18 years. Tania strives to provide the highest quality of treatment to her clients, and demonstrates professionalism at each stage. In her spare time, Tania enjoys going for long walks with dogs and hiking with friends.
Penny
Hygienist
Penny has lived and worked in Vernon most of her life. She has been with the practice for 7 years. Pennys focus is to make dentistry comfortable for everyone and to help clients collaboratively maintain a healthy mouth. In her free time, she enjoys biking, cross country skiing and binge watching interesting doc series.
Chelsea
Hygienist
Chelsea originally from Northern Alberta, graduated from Dental Hygiene school in Scarborough ON. After working in Peace River AB for 8 years she moved to beautiful Vernon BC in 2019 and has worked with us since. Spending as much time outside with her family, Chelsea likes to bike, hike, swim, ski and sled enjoying everything the Okanagan has!
Office Tour
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