Jackie Tong
BDSc, DHP (C)
Jackie Tong is the owner of The Travelling Hygienist. She graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2018 with a degree in Dental Sciences. During her education, she volunteered with many different associations that exposed her to vulnerable populations in both urban and rural settings. She became passionate about improving access to oral health care for all marginalized communities, leading her to freelance write articles for a dentistry magazine, to work with UBC as an instructor for community clinics, and to create this independent practice.
In her free time, Jackie can be found road cycling, hiking, and camping. She loves the outdoors and is always looking for an adventure.
Wendy Slater is a Certified Dental Assistant, and is our administration!
She started working in dentistry in 2005 and over the past 18 years, Wendy has worked in all aspects of dentistry and loves taking care of patients and helping them with their dental health.
She is happy to help with all of your questions whether it’s clinical or paperwork related.
In her spare time, Wendy loves to travel, run, and sew. She enjoys spending time with her husband, two young daughters, and dog, George.
Wendy Slater
CDA
Allison Willford
Allison Willford has been a Registered Dental Hygienist for 15 years. She graduated as a top student from the Canadian College of Dental Health in 2009. Allison started her dental career as a Certified Dental Assistant specializing in an endodontic
practice in Kelowna, BC.
She has the utmost pride as a mobile dental hygienist. Allison serves the Shuswap and surrounding areas. She is looking forward to meeting you at your next dental cleaning appointment!
In her spare time, Allison enjoys gardening, woodworking, and taking in the sunshine at the beach. She also loves spending quality time with her 5 year old son.