About Us
Meet Our DoctorsHelping people to achieve their oral health goals.
Dr. Courtney Pollard BSc, DMD
Owner / Dentist
Dr. Courtney Pollard BSc, DMD
Dr. Pollard was born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She remained close to home and attended the University of Manitoba for undergraduate studies receiving her Bachelor of Science in Microbiology in 2005, a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2009, and a B. Sc. Dent in Community Health in 2009.
After practicing for 2 years, in a well-established private practice in Winnipeg, Courtney and her husband Derek decided to move out west to the beautiful Okanagan valley.
Kelowna quickly became home for the Pollards, and they love spending time outside with their two kids: Isla and Clarke.
In her spare time Courtney enjoys running, spending time on her Peloton, golfing, and snowboarding up at Big White.
Courtney has now been practicing in West Kelowna since 2010 and has formed a very strong bond to the community and its people. It was this connection that helped her make the decision to open Brightside Dental in July of 2014. She wanted to offer the highest quality care in a family practice setting. She has since brought on other like minded dentists to work alongside her: Dr. Schader (has been at Brightside since 2016), Dr. Belbin and Dr. Loo.
“I have always enjoyed helping people. Dentistry allows me to do this every day, as I love to help each of my patients achieve their oral health goals. I am passionate about dentistry and enjoy the detail oriented nature of the profession. My outgoing personality, energy, and enthusiasm blend well with my analytic and dexterity skills. I enjoy getting to know my patients and becoming a part of the community. I have experience working with a wide variety of people and especially enjoy children and seniors.” – Dr. Courtney Pollard
Our Doctors
With four dentists on our team, we will always have a dentist accessible to respond to your dental needs.
Dr. Stefanie Schader BSc, DDS
Associate Dentist
Dr. Stefanie Schader BSc, DDS
Dr. Schader graduated from the University of Western Ontario with an Honours BSc in Physiology and Psychology in 1995. She obtained a Certificate of Health Promotion and Education in 1998 and graduated from the University of Western Ontario with a Doctor of Dental Surgery “with distinction” in 1999. She then completed a general practice residency with a focus on medically compromised patients and various aspects of surgical dentistry.
Upon completion of her residency, Dr. Schader worked in her own private practice and taught as an adjunct professor at Schulich School of Dentistry in London, ON. She and her family moved to Kelowna in 2010. Dr. Schader has been part of the team at Brightside Dental since 2016.
When she is not working at the dental office, Dr. Schader can be found spending time with her family, travelling, and enjoying the outdoors biking, hiking, and skiing.
“I love both the art and science of dentistry and enjoy working with my patients to educate and promote oral health. I am passionate about providing patient-centered dental care and am excited to bring smiles to the community of West Kelowna.” – Dr. Stefanie Schader
Dr. Lincoln Loo BSc, DDS
Dr. Loo grew up in Edmonton, Alberta and attended the University of Alberta where he graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1996. After graduation he was happy to leave the cold weather behind and moved to Vancouver, B.C. where he practiced as an associate for one year. In 1997, Dr. Loo and his wife, Dr. Jillian Belbin made the move to Kelowna, bought a family dental practice, and worked there together for over 22 years. They recently sold their practice so they could have more time to travel, to enjoy the amazing Okanagan, and to spend time with their two kids, ages 17 and 20.
In his spare time, Dr. Loo enjoys playing tennis, mountain and road-biking, hiking, paddle-boarding, wake surfing, and snowboarding and he is currently learning how to kite board.
“I am very excited about joining this team! I take great pride in providing excellent dental care to my patients. I value honesty, I listen to my patients and I work hard to make them feel comfortable. I am looking forward to meeting the patients at Brightside Dental.” – Dr. Lincoln Loo
Dr. Lincoln Loo BSc, DDS
Associate Dentist
Dr. Jillian Belbin BSc, DDS
Associate Dentist
Dr. Jillian Belbin BSc, DDS
Dr. Belbin was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia but spent most of her years in Edmonton, Alberta. She attended the University of Alberta where she graduated “With Distinction” from the Faculty of Dentistry in 1996. After graduation, she moved to Vancouver, B.C. where she practiced for one year, working in several offices covering for vacation and maternity leaves as well as teaching at UBC in the Division of Pediatric Dentistry. In 1997 she and her husband, Dr. Lincoln Loo, decided to make Kelowna their home and were the proud owners of a busy family practice for over 22 years. She and Dr. Loo recently sold their practice so they could have more time to enjoy all that the Okanagan has to offer and are very excited about their new roles as associates at Brightside Dental.
Dr. Belbin volunteers her time with the BC Dental Association, the Thompson-Okanagan Dental Society and the Certified Dental Assisting Program at Okanagan College. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, gardening, hiking, paddle-boarding, boating, skiing, and spending time with her two children, ages 17 and 20.
“My practice philosophy is based on my values of honesty, integrity, and compassion. I take pride in always doing my best. I respect the needs of my patients, and I enjoy teaching patients about their oral health and the options available for their care. I also go out of my way to make sure my patients are comfortable. I am very happy for the opportunity to join such a great team and I look forward to getting to know the patients at Brightside Dental.” – Dr. Jillian Belbin
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