Bayside Dental is a family-focused dental centre.

We treat all of our patients like family. Ask us about our treatment options.

Hygiene

Our dentists highly recommend visiting the dentist for check up every six months.

Children's Services

Regular visits to the dentist will help create healthy habits that contribute to your child's oral health.

General Dentistry

At Bayside Dental in Glace Bay, we offer crowns, bridges, dentures and emergency services.

Patient Information

Learn about billing, insurance and financing options, as well as what to expect at your first appointment.

Proudly serving the Glace Bay community and surrounding Cape Breton families.

Welcome to Bayside Dental in Glace Bay, Cape Breton.

Our dedicated dentist, hygienists, assistants and receptionists are happy to support, maintain or create a healthy smile. We offer a wide range of dental services and customized treatment plans to suit your oral health needs.

We also have locations in North Sydney, Sydney River, Sydney Mines, and Sydney to serve you wherever you're located in Cape Breton.

We're always accepting new patients, so contact us for your next dentist appointment. We look forward to welcoming you to the Mayflower Dental family.

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Meet Our Glace Bay Dentists

Aiming for a straighter, whiter smile? Our team of dental professionals are here to help.

Our Dentists

Dr. Chris Barrett

General Dentist

Dr. Barrett was born and raised in Glace Bay. He graduated from Glace Bay High School in 1991. He completed his undergraduate degree from UCCB in 1994.

Dr. Barrett then went on to Dalhousie School of Dentistry and graduated in the class of 2000 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree.

Dr. Barrett has been in practicing dentistry for 15 years and currently practicing full-time at our Bayside Dental Clinic in Glace Bay.

He enjoys all aspects of dentistry with a special interest in Cosmetic Dentistry. Dr. Barrett has an excellent relationship with his patients and looks forward to assisting them with their oral health. He is also a member of the Cape Breton Dental Society.

When he is not practicing dentistry, Dr. Barrett enjoys spending time with his family and cheering on his children at the basketball court, soccer field and hockey rink.
Dr. Chris MacDonald

General Dentist

Dr. MacDonald was born and raised in Sydney Mines, NS. He graduated from Memorial High School in 1988. In 1995, he graduated from the University of New Brunswick and then went on to Dalhousie University and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree in 1999.

Dr. MacDonald was offered an Associate position with Mayflower Dental following graduation from Dental School. He was an Associate for one year and became a Partner with Mayflower Dental. He is currently practicing at Mayflower Dental Group’s newest location, Riverside Dental in Sydney River, NS.

Crowns, bridges, veneers and implant restorations are very rewarding for him. He has a great report with his patients and creating healthy smiles is his number one priority.

Outside of the office, Dr. MacDonald enjoys spending time with his family and friends. He enjoys traveling and is an avid golfer and hockey player.
Dr. Matthew Tobin

General Dentist

Dr. Matthew Tobin was born and raised in Sydney Mines, Cape Breton. Graduating from Memorial High School in 2013, he moved on to complete his Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry at Cape Breton University in 2017, where he also worked as an organic chemistry research student.

From there, Dr. Tobin moved to Halifax to complete his Doctor of Dental Surgery at Dalhousie University, graduating in 2021. Upon graduation, Dr. Tobin was offered an Associate position with the Mayflower Dental Group.

Dr. Tobin practices all areas of general dentistry, including restorations, extractions, root canals, crowns, bridges, and implant restorations. His goal is to create a comfortable environment for his patients and to give them a beautiful smile. While not working, Dr. Tobin enjoys running, hiking, golfing, and snowboarding during the winters. As a proud Cape Bretoner, Dr. Tobin is happy to be able to practice and give back to the community he calls home.
Dr. Thayne Bezanson

General Dentist

Dr. Thayne Bezanson is originally from Cole Harbour, NS. He completed his BSc in Biology, graduating from Dalhousie in 2008. He then completed his Doctor of Dental Surgery, graduating from Dalhousie in 2014. Upon graduating, Dr. Bezanson relocated to Newfoundland where he practiced in Grand Falls for 3 years. He has extensive immediate family from Cape Breton and spent many summers growing up in Sydney. He is happy to be home.

Dr. Bezanson is interested in all areas of dentistry, including implants, crowns, root canals as well as emergency care.

Outside of the office, Dr. Bezanson enjoys sports (especially hockey), traveling and hiking. He and his lovely bride Jessica were recently married on the Isle of Skye in Scotland.
Dr. Vincent Andrea

General Dentist

Dr. Andrea was born and raised in North Sydney and graduated from Memorial High School in 2014. He went on to study at Cape Breton University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry in 2018. Throughout his days at CBU, Dr. Andrea worked as an organic chemistry research student and graduated from the science program 1st overall.

After his undergrad, Dr. Andrea moved to Halifax to attend Dalhousie University where he received his Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2022. Upon graduation, Dr. Andrea was offered an Associate position with the Mayflower Dental Group. He is currently practicing between Alexandra Street Dental in Sydney River and Bayside Dental in Glace Bay.

Dr. Andrea is interested in all aspects of dentistry with a keen interest in emergency care, cosmetic dentistry, and implants. His goal is to help the members of his local community to achieve their goal of a happy and healthy smile.

In his spare time, Dr. Andrea enjoys spending time with his girlfriend Mikayla and their dog Blueberry. He likes to go golfing in the summer and play hockey throughout the winter. Dr. Andrea is excited to have the opportunity to practice and give back to the Cape Breton community.