Dr. Dean W. Higson

BSc (Hon), DDS

Meet Dean

Dr. Dean Higson opened Higson Dental Group 28 years ago and has been serving Grande Prairie and the Peace Country with comprehensive family dental care ever since. His practice is built on continuity, professionalism, and long-standing relationships with patients.

Dr. Higson and his wife Mandy have been together since junior high and married for over 35 years, and their family is closely involved in the clinic. Their daughter Vaila works at Higson Dental Group as both a dental assistant and a dental hygienist. Their daughter Maron is a dental specialist in Orthodontics in Grande Prairie and continues to attend the office periodically to provide Botox treatments. Their son Schael has recently joined the practice as a dentist, furthering the family tradition of caring for patients in Grande Prairie.

Outside of the office, Dr. Higson values time with Mandy and their family and remains actively engaged in outdoor activities. He is appreciative of the trust patients place in Higson Dental Group and is committed to helping them maintain healthy, confident smiles for many years to come.

Dr. Higson provides services as a general dentist at Higson Dental Group Grande Prairie and is reviewed highly by his patients.

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“Awesome dentist office. Gentle, friendly, professional. My kids enjoy their visit. And I trust Dr Dean too. You can feel comfortable knowing you won’t be pressured into unnecessary procedures. And of course clean and sterile.”

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FAQ For A Family Dentist

• Six months is simply a guideline for people to follow, but every person is different and their oral health is different. Depending on the healthiness of your teeth and gums you may need to visit your local family dentist more often, or possibly every 9-12 months if your teeth are in good shape and you aren’t experiencing any issues.

• Early care for teeth will lead to better oral health in the long run. Making a trip to the dentist a regular occurrence from early on will also help to improve your child’s comfort level with the dentist. We recommend an initial assessment with a family dentist in your area around the one-year-old mark.

• Choosing the best family dentist for your family can be a difficult task. When arranging an initial visit to pick a family dentist you should look at, how easy is it to book an appointment, what are the wait times like? How neat and clean is the office, how organized is it? How well does the dentist explain everything he or she is doing? Is my family comfortable with the staff, how friendly and understanding are they? And does the dentist have a good reputation in the area?