Meet Our Team

Bruce Gardner

Dr. Gardner has won the Burlington Post "Best Dentist" award 7 years in a row.

Dr. Gardner graduate d from the University of Western Ontario in London. He has been practicing dentistry in Burlington for more than 20 years.

He works hard but he plays hard, too! He is an avid skier, snowboarder, marathon runner, swimmer and triathlete. He also enjoys scuba diving.

Dr. Gardner and his wife, Donna have 2 children, Brianne and Darren. Brianne is currently attending university and Darren is completing his last year of high school.

When he has time off in the summer, Dr. Gardner can be found at his cottage in Muskoka spending time with his family. In the winter, they enjoy their chalet in Ellicottville, NY.

Dr. Aruna Pothapu
Dr. Aruna Pothapu has been with our office for over four years. She is a very calming dentist and especially good with children. She is married and has a beautiful daughter.

Dr. Chow – dentist
Dr. Chow had recently moved to Burlington from Thunder Bay, ON and has been with us since August 2007. You can find her in her spare time at the gym, out with friends or at the park enjoying the outdoors with her dog.

Robyn - Office Manager
Robyn has been with Dr. Gardner since 1996. As Office Manager you can find her helping patients and employees with any problems that may arise. Robyn's friendly and energetic demeanor is an asset to the office. Not only does Robyn manage an office she does the same for a busy household at home. Her three wonderful daughters Taylor, Ella, and Ava keep her very active at home.

Lisa S -Treatment Coordinator
Lisa has been working for Dr. Gardner for more than 10 years. She lives in Hamilton with her husband and her two beautiful children Trinity and Tristan. Lisa can help you with any questions regarding your dental estimates.

Janine - Hygiene Coordinator
Janine has been a very dedicated employee of Dr. Gardner's for over 10 years. It's Janine's familiar voice you will hear when it's time for your next check-up and cleaning. Janine is Mom to two beautiful girls Madeline and Rosslyn, and leads an exciting life while spending time with friends and family.

Kasia - Administrative Assistant
Kasia has been working for Dr. Gardner for 2 years now. She has 2 gorgeous children Jessica and Anthony. She enjoys travelling to Florida with her family. Kasia looks after Dr. Pothapu and Dr.Chow's patients, as well as Dr. Gardner's.

Melissa Sibio - Administrative Assistant
Melissa has been working for Dr. Gardner for 7 years. She is a student at Ryerson University completing a business management degree. Melissa enjoys spending time with her boyfriend Adam and their friends.

Carole Ciriello – administrative assistant Carole is a new addition to the Gardner Dental Group family. She was recently married (June/06) to Marco. She enjoys scrapbooking and spending time with her friends and family.

Valerie - Certified Dental Assistant
Valerie has been a dedicated dental assistant with Dr. Gardner for the past 7 years. She was recently married (Oct/06) to Jason. Valerie enjoys spending time working on her new home and gardens. Valerie also enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Sandy - Preventative Dental Assistant
Sandy has been a dedicated dental assistant with Dr. Gardner for over 6 years. Sandy and her husband Paulo live in Hamilton with their dog Lily. Sandy is very active with the Portuguese community.

Lorraine Morgan- hygienist
Lorraine has worked with Dr. Gardner for over 20 years. She is happily married and enjoys spending family time with her two boys, Cole and Noah.

Lisa Diverty –hygienist
Lisa has worked with Dr. Gardner since 1995 and has been a hygienist since 2001. Lisa and her husband Adam reside in Hamilton with their dog, Bayley. They’re expecting their first child July 2008.

Ruthann Brown- hygienist
Ruthann has been a hygienist since 1998 and has worked with Dr. Gardner since moving to Burlington in 2004. She enjoys spending her free time in Muskoka with her boyfriend, Cary or testing her culinary skills in the kitchen.

Kristin McKean – hygienist Kristin recently moved to Burlington from Sudbury, ON and has been with the Gardner Dental Group since August 2007. She enjoys spending time with her husband Bryan and new puppy Oliver.

Christine Dean – assistant Christine is a level II certified dental assistant. She has been with us since fall 2005. She enjoys spending time with her family and friends on her spare time.

Office Hours

Mon: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Tues:8:00am - 8:00pm
Wed: 8:00am - 8:00pm
Thurs:8:00am - 8:00pm
Fri: 8:00am - 2:00pm
Sat: 8:00am - 2:00pm

Our Location

Burlington Mall
777 Guelph Line, Suite 213
Office Galleria, 2nd Floor
Burlington, Ontario
Canada
L7R 3N2

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