Dr. Kevin LathangueD.M.D.

Dr. Kevin Lathangue graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2004 with a Doctorate of Medical Dentistry (DMD). Since then, he has developed innovative strategies to enhance patient care and team collaboration within Blue Ocean Dental Group. Working closely with experienced professionals such as Mr. Mark O’Neill, a certified CEREC Technician and cosmetic expert, Dr. Lathangue continues to advance restorative and cosmetic dentistry within the practice.

Dr. Lathangue performs various types of minor oral surgery, including wisdom tooth removal and implant placement. He is an avid learner who has completed numerous continuing education courses, including a yearlong implant course taught by Dr. Sascha Jovanovic in Santa Monica, CA, and advanced training through the renowned Kois Center.

When Dr. Lathangue is not practicing dentistry, he enjoys spending time with his three children—Kasey, Travis, and Kaya. He is also a dedicated weight trainer who once held a junior world record as well as three Canadian records and continues to train and compete in bodybuilding competitions.

Dr. Lucy LuD.M.D.

Dr. Lucy Lu grew up in Vancouver, BC, and completed her dental schooling at the University of British Columbia. She enjoys working with patients to optimize their oral health, and achieve and maintain a confident, beautiful smile.

In her off time, she enjoys riding horses, biking, volunteering in her community and exploring Vancouver Island.

Dr. Kunal Patel

Dr. Kunal Patel, after earning his Dental degree in India in 2011, commenced his career in general dentistry. He then completed a three-year advanced education residency program specializing in Periodontology and Implantology. Dr. Patel practiced dentistry in India until 2020, after which he relocated to Canada and secured his license as a Dentist.

Dr. Patel is committed to conservative and gentle treatment approaches, prioritizing the preservation of natural oral structures to achieve optimal patient outcomes. His approach to both simple and complex dental treatments is characterized by minimally invasive, evidence-based techniques, tailored to the specific needs of each patient with a comfortable and stress-free environment.

Dr. Amreena GillD.M.D.

Dr. Gill gained experience as a dentist both internationally and in Canada. She earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2008 and a Master of Dental Surgery in Prosthodontics in 2012 in India, where she practiced in various cities before relocating to Canada in 2019. In Canada, she completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) at the University of Manitoba in 2023, followed by a General Practice Residency at London Health Sciences Centre and the University of Western Ontario in 2024.

Dr. Gill is committed to providing high-quality, personalized dental care with a focus on helping patients achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles in a comfortable and welcoming environment. Outside of dentistry, she enjoys travelling, scuba diving, and exploring the natural beauty of Vancouver Island.

Mark O’NeillResident CEREC Expert

Mark is our resident CEREC expert with over 30 years’ experience designing and creating beautiful crowns and other restorations. He has extensive experience working with CEREC and is a member of the CEREC mentor group with the Center for Dental Excellence in Arizona. Mark also trains and mentors other dental professionals in the use of CEREC technology. When you come into our office ask Mark to show you his Ceramic Book which shows off some of his most beautiful work.

A resident of Campbell River since 2012, Mark loves our community and is glad to call it home. He spends his off time with his children, playing squash and swimming.

Emma OuelletteResident CEREC Expert

Emma brings over 10 years of experience in the dental field, including 8 years specializing in digital dentistry with a focus on CEREC technology. She is highly skilled in designing and creating custom restorations—such as crowns, veneers and on-lays—using advanced digital workflows to ensure precision, efficiency, and beautiful, natural-looking results. Emma is passionate about integrating technology into dentistry and enjoys mentoring colleagues on the use of CEREC systems.

Emma graduated from the Dental Assisting program at Camosun College in 2015 and continues to advance her expertise through ongoing education. In 2025, she completed the Level 3 course at Dentsply Sirona Canada Academy, where she received advanced training anterior esthetics, digital smile design, and cloud-based workflows using DS Core.

She is known for her attention to detail and commitment to delivering consistently high-quality results, helping to make each patient’s experience seamless and stress-free.

Outside the clinic, Emma enjoys staying active through running and hiking, and loves spending time with her partner, dog, and family. When you visit, feel free to ask her about her work or explore examples of her favorite restorations.