Dr. Kevin Lathangue D.D.S.

Dr. Kevin Lathangue graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2004 with a Doctorate of Medical Dentistry (DMD). Since then, he has developed innovative strategies to enhance patient care and team collaboration within Blue Ocean Dental Group. Working closely with experienced professionals such as Mr. Mark O’Neill, a certified CEREC Technician and cosmetic expert, Dr. Lathangue continues to advance restorative and cosmetic dentistry within the practice.

Dr. Lathangue performs various types of minor oral surgery, including wisdom tooth removal and implant placement. He is an avid learner who has completed numerous continuing education courses, including a yearlong implant course taught by Dr. Sascha Jovanovic in Santa Monica, CA, and advanced training through the renowned Kois Center.

When Dr. Lathangue is not practicing dentistry, he enjoys spending time with his three children—Kasey, Travis, and Kaya. He is also a dedicated weight trainer who once held a junior world record as well as three Canadian records and continues to train and compete in bodybuilding competitions.

Dr. Laura BrandsonD.D.S.

Dr. Brandson is a native of Langley, BC. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of British Columbia. Following her love of marine biology she went on to the University of Hawaii in Honolulu, where she took part in biology field research. After Hawaii she studied at the University of the Pacific Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry in San Francisco, where she received her DDS. During her studies, she received the American Academy of Periodontology Dental Student award for outstanding achievement in periodontics.

Dr. Brandson is particularly interested in the prevention and treatment of periodontal disease and works with her patients to ensure their gums stay healthy.

In her spare time, she enjoys being outdoors, running, cooking, travelling and spending time with her family. She loves volunteering and has taken part in many community outreach programs.

Dr. Jae-Un (Clara) MyungD.D.S.

Dr. Myung grew up in Calgary and Vancouver. She attended the University of Toronto to study dentistry. After graduating with her DDS, she worked as a family dentist in the greater Toronto area and also as a clinical instructor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Dentistry. After a time, she moved back to BC to rejoin her family, friends, and our beautiful landscape

Dr. Myung is committed to providing comprehensive and gentle care to her patients. She believes it is very important that the patients understand their oral health. She likes to discuss with patients about how they prevent dental disease and restore their health through everything from diet to home-care.

In order to expand her knowledge, Dr Myung is enrolled in continuing education programs through local study clubs as well as through Spear Education in Arizona and the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. When she’s not working or travelling to attend conferences, she enjoys being close to nature and sharing good times with the company of her family and friends.

Dr. Bryce SmileyD.D.S.

Mark O’NeillResident CEREC Expert

Mark is our resident CEREC expert with over 30 years’ experience designing and creating beautiful crowns and other restorations. He has extensive experience working with CEREC, and is a member of the CEREC mentor group with the Center for Dental Excellence in Arizona. Mark also trains and mentors other dental professionals in the use of CEREC technology. When you come into our office ask Mark to show you his Ceramic Book which shows off some of his most beautiful work.

A resident of Campbell River since 2012, Mark loves our community and is glad to call it home. He spends his off time with his children, playing squash and swimming.