About Sidney by the Sea Dental Clinic
Where Preventive Care Leads the Way
Sidney by the Sea Dental Clinic is a prevention-focused dentist in Sidney, BC, built around one simple philosophy: long-term oral health begins with consistent hygiene care.
While we offer comprehensive dental services, our primary focus is dental hygiene and preventive dentistry. We believe routine cleanings, early detection, and patient education are the foundation of lifelong oral health — and often reduce the need for larger treatment plans.
In a region where many dental offices are booking months out for routine hygiene appointments, we are intentionally structured to support preventive care. We also welcome referrals from surrounding dental providers who need a trusted Sidney dental clinic to support their patients with hygiene services.
We are a full-service practice — but we are not a high-pressure clinic. You will never feel rushed into decisions or pushed toward treatment you don’t understand.
Our goal is simple: keep your mouth healthy, comfortably and consistently.
Community Access Matters
Dr. Andrews is the only dentist in the area with a fully equipped mobile dental unit, allowing us to provide care in hospitals and long-term care facilities. For patients who cannot travel to a traditional clinic setting, we bring dental care to them. Community care is not a marketing line for us — it’s an active part of how we practice.
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Intentionally Small. Purposefully Personal.
Sidney by the Sea is intentionally small — just two treatment rooms — designed to feel quiet, calm, and private. This is not a large, fast-paced corporate environment. It’s a community-based clinic where patients are known by name and appointments aren’t treated like transactions. The clinic is fully wheelchair accessible, and we prioritize mobility-inclusive care. Patients who prefer to remain in their wheelchair can comfortably receive hygiene treatment without transferring to a dental chair.
What You Can Expect
• Prevention-first dentistry
• Hygiene-focused care
• Clear explanations and transparent recommendations
• No pressure treatment planning
• A calm, accessible environment
• A team committed to the Sidney community
Meet Our Team
Kyla
Registered Dental Hygienist
Kyla is a compassionate dental hygienist with over a decade of experience spanning private practice, public health, education, and professional leadership. She completed her Bachelor of Dental Sciences in Dental Hygiene at the University of British Columbia and later earned a Master of Clinical Science at the University of Western Ontario. She is committed to delivering patient-centred, evidence-based care in a calm and supportive environment, and she focuses on helping patients feel at ease while building trusting relationships that support long-term oral and overall health. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling and spending time with her family and her Italian Greyhound.
Dr. Austin Andrews
Dentist & Owner
Dr. Andrews completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Victoria before earning his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree from the University of Saskatchewan. He is committed to providing thoughtful, attentive care and supporting his patients’ long-term oral health. Outside the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his family.
Chelsea
Office manager
Chelsea was born and raised in Victoria BC. When she is not working she spends her time exploring nature with her husband, two sons and two dogs.
Heather
Registered Dental Hygienist
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