Modern Dentistry with a Small Town Feel

Meet Our Team

Feel At Home

At Thornbury Dental you will feel welcomed and comfortable at every appointment.

Familiar Faces

and consistent team members allow you to feel relaxed and safe

Our practice is built on personal referrals of family and friends from our current patients. We appreciate your trust in us and take this as a great compliment, Thank-you. Dr. Budrewicz continues to maintain the integrity and standards created by Dr. Lance Burnham who built the practice in 2005. Dr. Budrewicz started in the practice in 2012 and plans to spend the rest of his career in Thornbury.

We know you and your family. We are familiar with your medical and dental history and understand your wishes, goals and expectations. Our team is loyal. We are committed to Thornbury Dental and our community. We live and work here. We enjoy working together and look forward to each day with our wonderful patients. Feel at home at Thornbury Dental.

Mike-Budrewicz
Dr. Mike Budrewicz D.D.S.

Dr. Budrewicz is originally from Windsor, Ontario where he grew up and earned his undergraduate university degree. He graduated and received his Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree from the University of Detroit Mercy in the United States. He is a member of the Ontario Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association. He believes in high quality dentistry that is patient focused and individualized. He is committed to lifelong learning and using new skills and technologies to provide the best care possible. He attends multiple continuing education courses in order to stay current with the ever advancing knowledge and technologies of dentistry. He takes pride in all areas of dentistry, including treating children. Dr. Budrewicz is certified and experienced in the placement and restoration of dental implants. He participated in a dental humanitarian trip to Honduras where he had the privilege of providing care to those who would otherwise receive no care. He believes this experience has made him a better person and dentist and he looks forward to future humanitarian opportunities.

Dr. Budrewicz and his wife moved to the Blue Mountains in 2009. They have two sons and a daughter. Dr. Budrewicz was drawn to the area by the healthy, active and relaxed lifestyle. He enjoys skiing and hockey in the winter and cycling, golfing and the waterfront in the summer. He enjoys the small town charm and the friendly, warm people. He is honored to be an active member of the Thornbury community. He looks forward to meeting you and your family.

Lance-Burnham
Dr. Jordan Elwood D.D.S

Dr. Jordan Elwood graduated from Western University’s Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry, with Distinction. Prior to attending dental school, Dr. Elwood completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, while also competing for the NCAA men’s varsity hockey team. He is a member of the Ontario Dental Association and the Canadian Dental Association.

Through various volunteering efforts, Dr. Elwood has been afforded the opportunity to work with a diverse patient base. He has travelled to Whitehouse, Jamaica, to provide free dental care to the community during an outreach trip. He has also travelled to Moose Factory, Ontario, where he provided free dental care to members of the Moose Cree First Nation at the Weeneebayko General Hospital. These efforts have provided Dr. Elwood with valuable
experience in a wide range of general dentistry – including working with children!

Dr. Elwood lives in the Blue Mountains with his wife and their black Labrador retriever, Moose. In his spare time, he enjoys skiing, biking, golfing, and spending time at the many beaches the Georgian Triangle has to offer.

Lance-Burnham
Dr. Frank Gigone D.D.S.

Dr. Gigone received his D.D.S. from the University of Toronto in 1984. Dr. Gigone takes pride in providing each of his patients with personalized attention and treatment. He has participated in courses in Sedation, Implant and Cosmetic dental services in order to provide his patients with the most informed care possible. He is an active member of the Canadian Dental Association and the Ontario Dental Association.

Dr. Gigone resides in the Georgian triangle with his large family of 6 and 2 dogs. He enjoys cycling, trap shooting, fishing, boating and car racing.

Leanne - Reception

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry? Our office is more modern as far as our equipment and training is concerned, yet we keep the “small town” feel. I also enjoy the other staff members, we are like a family.

Why I love our community? I enjoy getting to know so many people from our community. I think it is all our residents that make our community great!

What I enjoy outside the office? I enjoy my family, friends and the outdoors.

Diane - Reception

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry?   I have spent the last 20 years working in dentistry. I enjoy working with all my coworkers. Everyone works together and are always willing to help each other. It is a fantastic work environment.

Why I love our community?   My husband and I moved up to this area from Waterloo. We love the small town feel and living by the water. The area is beautiful and the people are friendly.

What I enjoy outside the office?   In my spare time I enjoy spending time with my husband on our boat, kayaking, and travelling to new places.

Luba - Treatment Coordinator / Dental Assistant

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry?We have a great team with friendly staff that is knowledgeable and fun to work with making the office a fantastic environment for everyone.

Why I love our community? What’s not to love about a place that offers fun activities for all 4 seasons. We have beautiful water fronts, big ski hills and everything in between to enjoy the great outdoors.

What I enjoy outside the office? I love spending time with my family exploring the area and making memories.

Amelia - Dental Hygienist

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry? We know teamwork improves client care. When our patients witness the unity among our healthcare professionals they can trust that we are working together to achieve the same goal to improve the quality of their oral and overall health.

Why I love our community? My family moved to Thornbury for the active outdoor lifestyle. I quickly fell in love with the historical century buildings, artisan shops, art galleries, fine dining eateries, apple orchards, local cideries, unique community events and exceptional healthcare services. Above all, what I love most is the community’s willingness to enrich the lives of our children by consistently and generously supporting our elementary school initiatives and outreach programs.

What I enjoy outside the office? I enjoy time with my husband and two boys, mountain biking, swimming, snowboarding, evening campfires while artistically documenting our family moments through life-inspired photography.

Jen - Dental Hygienist

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry?   I joined Thornbury Dental January 2024. I was greeted by an amazing team that is so friendly and supportive. What I like about Thornbury Dental is that all of the team have the same goal to help make clients comfortable and achieve optimal oral health. I have been in the dental field for 25 years and this is what I enjoy most about my job. Meeting wonderful clients, providing dental therapy and educating them on oral health.

Why I love our community? Thornbury is a very unique town with a beautiful landscape to enjoy outdoor activities in all four seasons. Great restaurants and a supportive community of all local businesses.

What I enjoy outside the office? Outside the office I enjoy skiing, walking, travelling and spending time with my family. Watching and supporting the kids in all their activities. We have always tried to stay active as a family.

Jillian - Dental Hygienist

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry?   I like the great team atmosphere as everyone is always willing to help one another. Dentistry is a great career as it’s very rewarding helping patients improve and maintain their oral health which often times boost confidence!

Why I love our community?  Growing up in the area, there’s nothing better than a small town as you’re always bound to see familiar faces and it’s great to see the community coming together when needed.

What I enjoy outside the office?  In my free time, I like spending time with family and friends, staying active with sports and
walking my dog Bailey!

Angela - Dental Hygienist

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry? The staff are very friendly and professional. I love how involved in the community they are.

Why I love our community? I love the quaint cute town that Thornbury dental resides. Everybody is so friendly and easy going. It is genuinely so nice seeing everyone in and out of the office and supporting local businesses.

What I enjoy outside the office? When I am not cleaning teeth I teach Yoga at different studios in town. Outside of work I am active working out, walking my dog or chilling reading a book.

Alma - Dental Hygienist

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry? I love dentistry because it allows me to play a part in improving the health and therefore the quality of life of my patients. Working at Thornbury Dental is fantastic, because not only are the staff extremely warm and welcoming, so are our patients! Working here has allowed me to become closer to my community.

Why I love our community?As someone from the city, moving to Collingwood was daunting because I had never experienced life in a small town. Now, I wish I had moved to the area sooner! I love how there is always something to do, in summer and winter.

What I enjoy outside the office? In my spare time I enjoy hiking, kayaking, baking, and travelling to new places.

Marlie- Dental Assistant

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry? I like the variety of things that we do at our office. Not every day is the same which brings lots of learning experiences.

Why I love our community? I love the small town feeling and that we have a 4 season community. There are many things to do no matter what the weather brings!

What I enjoy outside the office? I love being with friends and family, camping and snowmobiling. I also love being outside and soaking up the sun!

Erin - Dental Assistant
Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry? I love working at Thornbury Dental because every morning I walk into work to smiling and friendly faces. I am proud to be a part of talented, passionate and kind dentists who put their patients needs first and always make everyone feel comfortable.

Why I love our community?Thornbury and the surrounding communities offer so much to everyone of all ages which is what I love about living here. From skiing, hiking, biking, tennis, pickleball- you can never get bored!

What I enjoy outside the office? When I am not working you can usually find me with my 2 daughters and our Goldendoodle, Dwight. I have recently taken up Yoga and I am loving it. Exercise, beaches and family are some of my many favourite things.

Angel - Dental Assistant/ Sterilization

Why I like Thornbury Dental and dentistry?  I love Thornbury Dental because of the warm and welcoming atmosphere, as well as the amazing team I get to work with every day. I enjoy dentistry because it’s hands-on and allows me to support both patients and the team. Helping create a comfortable experience while learning different aspects of dental care makes every day interesting and rewarding.

Why I love our community?  Our community is special because of it’s friendly, supportive nature. There’s a strong sense of connection among the people here, and I love the sense of belonging it brings. Whether it’s at work, out in town, or at local events, it truly feels like home.

What I enjoy outside the office? Outside of work, I love staying active with my partner, whether it’s working out, spending time by the beach, or even floating down the river. We also share a passion for photography, hiking, and trying out new restaurants. When I’m at home, I enjoy cooking and baking—it’s a great way to relax and be creative.