Harbourside Dental Group

I came to Vancouver from Hong Kong in 1972. My high school education was completed at Sir Winston Churchill high school. After graduating from the faculty of dentistry at U.B.C. in 1982, I attended the surgical residency program at V.G.H. In 1983, I started my private practice with my good friend and classmate, Roger Goncalves, at our original location in North Vancouver’s Capilano Mall.

I consider myself a perpetual student of dentistry. In the past ten to twelve years, I have learned from many wonderful teachers from all over Canada and the United States. I have a special interest in implant dentistry, cosmetic and functional dental rehabilitation. I believe in getting to know my patients, helping them understand their dental condition and then choosing the treatment that is most suitable for themselves.

I am married and I live with my wife of seventeen years, our son and two daughters in Vancouver. I used to ski , play soccer and travel. Now, my favourite hobby is spending time at home and watching my children grow up.

I have always been actively involved in continuing education. Learning new skills and techniques allows me to offer my patients the exceptional dentistry they deserve.

Dr. Roger Goncalves moved into the Vancouver area over 30 years ago when he began his dental career studying at the University of British Columbia. After earning his D.M.D. (Doctor of Dental Medicine) he soon became a principal partner helping to establish six highly successful dental clinics in the lower mainland, including a North Shore location. Dr. Goncalves decided to focus his attention on his North Vancouver private practice full-time in 1987.

Both Dr. Goncalves and long-time friend and partner, Dr. Ho, opened their high end office at Harbourside and relocated their practices to the new location in 2003. Moving allowed the doctors to provide a beautiful and comfortable environment for their patients, in addition to creating an efficient and pleasant workspace.

The focus of Dr. Goncalves’ practice has always been patient care and he prides himself on placing this as his top priority. He continues to practice routine general dentistry and many patients are those he began treating at the beginning of his career. The pursuit of continuing education since the 1980’s has also allowed Dr. Goncalves to develop expertise in advanced restorative and cosmetic dentistry. His focus on esthetic and restorative dentistry allows him to provide optimum treatment choices to his patients.

Dr. Goncalves devotes many hours to study clubs and courses to continually improve his techniques and develop his skills in new procedures. His pursuit of excellence has had him attending courses all over Canada and the United States including the prestigious Pankey Institute in Florida. Becoming a member of this institute enabled Dr. Goncalves to develop his skills in complex optimal dentistry allowing him to perform challenging reconstructive dentistry with wonderful results.

“Advances in dentistry have allowed me to provide many of my patients with beautiful smiles, something they may have never imagined. Seeing a patient flash a confident smile is extremely fulfilling.”

Dr. Goncalves is a proud husband and father. He and his wife Cheryl live on the North Shore where they enjoy skiing and snowboarding as well as hiking. They can often be found at their two sons’ soccer games both to cheer them on and as volunteers. Dr. Goncalves also has an avid interest in photography and enjoys woodworking.

Dr. Pouneh Hanjani grew up on the North Shore. In addition to a Bachelor of Science with a minor in psychology, she also holds degrees in both dental hygiene and dentistry. She received her Doctorate of Medical Dentistry (DMD) from UBC and is now practicing general dentistry. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry and strives to provide her patients with the highest level of care.

Dr. Hanjani is an active member of a number of dental organizations including the Canadian Dental Association, the College of Dental Surgeons of British Columbia, and the British Columbia Dental Association. She constantly attends continuing education courses and stays up to date with the latest advances in the various fields of dentistry.

As owner Dr. Hanjani is proud to work in collaboration with a team of professionals who share a common belief in the importance of quality care in the delivery and promotion of oral health and overall wellness.

Pouneh loves spending time with her family, especially her children, Noah and Emma.