Dr. Dove
Excellence in dentistry begins with a careful co-diagnosis and treatment plan to establish the goals we will achieve together. Communication and long-term relationships are important to us. Let us know what’s on your mind and ask questions.
We will help you realize an investment in yourself that pays dividends for a lifetime. We are caring, skilled professionals, dedicated to simplifying what is often a very complicated and confusing area of health care.
We want all our patients to be informed and knowledgeable about their dental health care.
I was raised in Montreal where I attended elementary school and high school, Vanier College, and my first year of McGill University. I participated in mostly competitive sports through high school and played college basketball for Vanier College. I transferred to the University of Western Ontario where I completed my degree in honors physiology and pharmacology/toxicology. I completed my degree in dentistry at the University of Toronto and then did a general practice residency at Mount Sinai Hospital.
It is at Mount Sinai where I gained a lot of experience in oral surgery and IV sedation; we did rotations in the hospital through general dentistry, facial pain clinics, oral surgery, ENT, anesthesia, emergency room, and family practice.
Through this residency I became very interested in doing general dentistry with sedation and combining the use of sedation with placement of implants, crown and bridge, and general dentistry into one practice.
I moved to Peterborough where I practised for approximately 18 months, after which I relocated to Toronto where I practised for approximately nine months and then arrived in Barrie and opened a practice in August, 1987.
My three children were raised in Barrie and participated in a number of sports and are all presently attending university.
My leisure activities include golf, alpine skiing, snowshoeing, rowing and sailing.
I look forward to meeting you soon,
Michael Dove
D.D.S. HBSc. MaCDS
D.D.S. – Doctor of Dental Surgery
HBSc – Honours Bachelor of Science in Physiology and Pharmacology/Toxicology
MaCDS – Master of the College of Sedation Dentistry with the American Dental Society of Anesthesiology
Dr. Shin
Excellence in dentistry begins with a careful co-diagnosis and treatment plan to establish the goals we will achieve together. Communication and long-term relationships are important to us. Let us know what’s on your mind and ask questions.
We will help you realize an investment in yourself that pays dividends for a lifetime. We are caring, skilled professionals, dedicated to simplifying what is often a very complicated and confusing area of health care.
We want all our patients to be informed and knowledgeable about their dental health care.
Born and raised in Hamilton, Ontario, Dr. Sabina Shin attended McMaster University where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Honours Biology which piqued her interest in research and inspired her to obtain a Masters of Science in Medical Sciences. As someone who enjoys interacting with patients on a daily basis, Dr. Shin came to realize dentistry, the perfect mix of science and art, was the right fit for her.
Dr. Shin graduated from Griffith University dental school in Queensland, Australia in 2020. To provide the best comprehensive care to her patients, she continues her dental education through continuing education courses to maintain and progress her skills in dentistry. She thoroughly enjoy interacting and caring for patients of all ages and all walks of life.
She is in good standing with the Royal College of Dental Surgeons of Ontario, and the Ontario Dental Association. As a dog parent, she is also a proud supporter of SPCA.
In her spare time, Dr. Shin loves playing tennis and hiking with her dog. She also enjoys travelling, experiencing different cultures and trying new foods.
Meet the Team
Since 1987 our team at Dr. Dove’s dental office in Barrie has enjoyed building long-term relationships with our patients. Our team is renowned for their knowledge, skills and professionalism. Our entire team works together to give you a great dental experience. At Dr. Dove’s we are committed to ongoing education of all the staff. Our entire team has worked together to give you the most relaxed and attentive office experience. We look forward to your visit!
Office Administrator/C.D.A.
My name is Michelle and 2016 marks my 30th year in dentistry. I started working at a dental office in grade 12 as a co-op student and continued on to college where I graduated from Georgian in Orillia in 1988 as a Certified Dental Assistant. I have worked in dental offices from Scarborough to Haliburton and a few in-between! I started my career assisting for about 10 years then moved to the front desk doing all aspects of reception, treatment co-ordinating and office manager. I have taken continuing education courses on many occasions. The courses include Office Management Program, Record Keeping and Quality Assurance, Making the Best, Office Management Levell ll and Team Lead 101 and 102.
Office Administrator/Financial Coordinator
My name is Mindy and I joined Dr. Dove and team in 2001 and have enjoyed learning and growing with my peers and co-workers ever since. We are like family here as we have been long term employees and I think that really says a lot about the office. I am a Graduate of the Toronto School of Business with an Office Administration and Medical Administration Diploma.
Hygienist R.D.H
My name is Jaana and I am a Registered Dental Hygienist. I graduated from Cambrian College in 1990. I have been living in Barrie for the last 24 years and I have been working with Dr. Dove since 1990.
Registered Restorative Dental Hygienist DA, R.D.H, R.R.D.H
My name is Teresa and I attended Georgian College in 1989 and graduated from Dental Assisting. I assisted for a few years then returned to school in 1992. I attended Dental Hygiene and graduated with Honours from Confederation College in Thunder Bay. I began working for Dr. Dove in 1993 and enjoyed many years of dental hygiene with the practise. Once again, I returned to school this time I attended George Brown College and graduated from Registered Restorative Dental Hygiene 2005 with Honours. This is an attained specialty to perform Restorative procedures. I work full-time with Dr. Dove and enjoy restorative, treatment consults and coordinating implant treatment.