CHINOOK SMILES - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the Your Smile Team
Proudly known as the "gentle dentist", Dr. Chloe Xu is committed to her mantra of exceptional, personable care. After studying Life Sciences at Queen's University and receiving her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree with Distinction from the University of Toronto, Dr. Xu returned to Calgary where she grew up and has been happily serving patients all over the city and beyond.
In her pursuit of excellence (and to satisfy the inner dental nerd), Dr. Xu has sought academic externships in prestigious dental hospitals abroad, and spends countless hours on courses and conferences to stay current with the newest techniques and technologies. She brings a wealth of knowledge to her patients and is especially well-versed in the advancements in modern day digital dentistry, including same-day ceramic restorations, Invisalign, laser-assisted dentistry, and regenerative medicine.
Besides her passion for clinical dentistry, Dr. Xu appreciates the human aspects of a dental visit and takes pride in building lasting, meaningful dental relationships with her patients. She is dedicated to making every appointment a comfortable, judgement-free and informative experience for everyone. Patients are introduced to the endless possibilities of contemporary dentistry where aesthetics and functions can be restored and even enhanced. With a focus on understanding and respecting patient needs and goals, Dr. Xu collaborates with her patients to create individualized and comprehensive treatment plans tailored to their unique dental concerns.
Beyond her professional life, Dr. Xu is a proud new mom to an adorable baby boy. After a brief hiatus to tend to the role of a new mother, Dr. Xu is thrilled to be joining Chinook Smiles to get back to doing what she loves, dentistry!
Job Titles:
- Member of the Your Smile Team
Dr. Lisa Mallett took over Dr. Murray Knechtel's practice in the Chinook Centre Professional building in April 2015, and she has not looked back since!
Dr. Mallett graduated from The University of Alberta in 1993. With a strong commitment to high-quality dental care and ethics, Dr. Mallett maintains a life-long professional dedication to the ongoing friendly, compassionate, and honest treatment of her patients.
Previous to taking over Chinook Smiles, Dr. Mallett owned her own successful dental practice for many years. Her focus is patient comfort and quality dental care for the entire family. Her strong family values, as well as her relaxed and friendly demeanor, makes Dr. Mallett a hit with children, and her down-to-earth personality fits right in with Dr. Knechtel's family-based practice. Dr. Mallett has a special interest in cosmetic and sedation dentistry and is committed to helping anxious patients get over their fear and anxiety so they can attain the beautiful, radiant, and healthy smile they have always wanted.
When Dr. Mallett is not busy serving her patients, she loves to spend time with her five children and her husband, doing things like skiing and travelling. Dr. Mallett looks forward to hearing from you soon!
Job Titles:
- Member of the Your Smile Team
A native of Alberta, Dr. Richard Palmer has been practicing dentistry in Calgary for the past 30 years. He received both his B.Sc. and D.D.S. degrees from the University of Alberta, as well as a degree in medicine from the University of Calgary. As a general dentist, Dr. Palmer focuses his treatment primarily on endodontic (root canal) treatments.
While putting himself through school, Dr. Palmer worked as a garbage man and as a ‘jug hound' for a seismic company that worked in the high arctic. He has come a long way since then, and his patients are appreciative!
When Dr. Palmer is not busy serving his patients, he has a passion for cooking and finding new recipes, which he shares with his lovely and devoted wife and the greatest of his accomplishments - his five wonderful children.
Dr. Palmer is pleased to be a member of the Chinook Smiles team and looks forward to working with patients to help them achieve their dental health goals and make smiles better! Dr. Palmer looks forward to meeting you soon!