Discipline: Communication

Carolina graduated from the University Complutense of Madrid in 2006. After completing her studies she moved to Oxford (UK), where she worked as a general dentist and undertook further studies in restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and implants in London, Manchester, and France. During this time, she gained membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (UK).
In early 2013 she settled in Melbourne and while working in private practice, she completed a part-time diploma in clinical dentistry in the field of implants at The University of Melbourne. Carolina also received her prosthodontics specialist training and degree at The University of Melbourne.
In addition to working in private practice at Bayside Dental Specialists and Tasman Prosthodontics, Carolina is involved in continuous professional training as well as undergraduate and postgraduate teaching through The University of  Melbourne. She is the current president of the Australian Prosthodontic Society Victoria Branch, member of the Australian Osseointegration Society, the International Team for Implantology and the Australian Dental Association.

Dr Frazis enjoys all aspects of dentistry, with a particular interest in cosmetic work, complex surgery and nervous patients. He spent the first few years of his career focusing on patient communication and expanding his basic skill set. Dr Frazis is a frequent contributor to the online dental forum RIPE and is a content creator for the Restoring Excellence Academy. He has been increasingly involved with teaching dentists of all ages in a variety of hands on courses. He is currently undertaking a Diploma in Dental Implantology through James Cook University.

Sophia is a Melbourne-trained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, with international experience. She obtained her Dental and Medical degrees at the University of Melbourne, before completing advanced training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Following award of her speciality fellowship (FRACDS(OMS)), Sophia chose to undertake further subspecialisation in orthognathic (‘corrective jaw’) surgery and maxillofacial trauma surgery at The Royal Melbourne Hospital (2012), and at The Oxford University Hospitals Trust, United Kingdom, where she was the Senior Clinical Fellow in: orthognathic and maxillofacial trauma surgery, salivary gland pathology, and head and neck oncology (2013-2014).
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​Since her return, Sophia has commenced private practice in Melbourne, and has appointments as an Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant at Monash Health, the Royal Melbourne Hospital, and the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. She plays an active role in teaching and examining maxillofacial registrars, medical, and dental students.

A CPD junkie at heart, Tiv knows what it means to deliver value to our patients. After opening his own successful clinic in Balnarring he has since channeled his love for teaching into his YouTube page where you’ll find everything from his camera settings through to his patient workflow.

Have you checked out Varun’s Instagram page? If you haven’t, you’re missing out… Varun is a Specialist Prosthodontist with a focus on aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry. His passion for art is obvious through his commitment to documentation and incredible hand skills.

Dr Jack Yang is a general dentist who is skilled in all areas of family and cosmetic dentistry. He has a special interest in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry, crown and bridge treatment, whitening, orthodontics and implants. He also provides professional expert treatment for dental sleep medicine, TMJ, head and neck pain.

Dr Jack also completes oral surgery, including implant dentistry, wisdom teeth removal and laser treatment for tongue-tie. Additionally he is highly experienced in both children’s and adult orthodontics with the philosophy of ‘Extract for the Face, Not for the Space’.

Jack is a compassionate, people-oriented, caring and dynamic dentist who attained his Bachelor of Dental Science from the University of Queensland. He keeps up-to-date with new developments in dental medicine and attends educational seminars nationally and internationally. His commitment to continuous education programs has led to Jack
currently undertaking a 3-year Master of Clinical Orthodontics through City of London University.

Jack enjoys all components of general dentistry with an emphasis on ensuring his patients are as comfortable as possible at all times. He takes pride in ensuring his patients feel at ease and answers any questions they may have.

His holistic approach to integrated patient treatment places special emphasis on minimal intervention dentistry and preventative oral health regimes. Jack also believes a planned and steady approach to all dental treatment is the most beneficial to all his patients.

Dr Jack proudly holds ICOI Fellowship (International Congress Of Oral Implantologists)

Mark graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours from the University of Melbourne in 2008. He was on the Deans Honours List and winner of the Ernest Joske Prize in final year dentistry. He worked in private practice for three years before beginning specialist training, graduating with the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in 2014 from the University of Melbourne and being awarded the Ephraim Ehrmann Memorial Prize. Mark is involved in teaching undergraduate students at the University of Melbourne, and works in private practice in both Melbourne and Sydney

Dr Stephen Chen is a Specialist Periodontist in private practice in Melbourne, Australia. He holds the position of Clinical associate professor at the School of Dentistry, University of Melbourne. He graduated BDS (Malaya) in 1983, MDSc (Melbourne) in 1987, FRACDS in 1988 and PhD in 2008. Dr Chen’s scientific interests are in the field of tissue regeneration and post-extraction implant outcomes. He has published over 40 papers, authored 2 textbooks, and contributed chapters to 6 textbooks.

Dr. Amrita Gokhale is a registered Oral Medicine Specialist. Dr Gokhale completed postgraduate training in Oral Medicine at The University of Melbourne prior to which she worked as a general dentist in both public and private dental practices.

Dr Gokhale’s research interest is pain education for the management of chronic orofacial pain and Temporomandibular Disorders.

Dr Andrea Shepperson is an internationally recognised clinician, thought leader and educator. One of Australasia’s best known general dentists, she graduated from the University of Otago in 1984. A practising clinician in Auckland, she understands the day-to-day challenges of general practice. Andrea is New Zealand’s only Digital Smile Design KOL and Master, running New Zealand’s first DSD Clinic. She is an Honorary Life Member of the NZ Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and a Mentor and Alumni of the internationally renowned Kois Center in Seattle, USA. Andrea is a Global Ambassador for Slow Dentistry and a KOL for Ivoclar Vivadent. She is a sought-after speaker who has always enjoyed being at the forefront of dentistry, and runs a practice focused on digital dentistry. In 2020, Andrea opened her own dental training facility on Waiheke Island, Auckland, New Zealand. A contributing author to Practical Procedures In Aesthetic Dentistry, she contributes to publications, webinars and expert panels in the development of dentists globally.

Dr Bing Lee graduated from the University of Queensland in 2013 and since then has taken a keen interest in digital workflows, CADCAM dentistry and the utilisation of the latest materials and techniques to ensure optimal outcomes for patients.

Dr Lee set up his first practice in Launceston, Tasmania in 2015 and since then has leveraged digital technologies to grow this practice to become the biggest group in Tasmania.

Dr Christopher (Kip) Homewood completed his Bachelor of Dental Science degree from The University of Melbourne. He then completed a Doctor of Dental Science in Canada. Following this he practiced general dentistry for 20 years before returning to complete a Masters in Dental Science degree specialising in orthodontics. He has been a specialist orthodontist since 2000. Dr Homewood is a widely respected lecturer at local, national and international level and an honorary fellow at The University of Melbourne where he teaches the postgraduate orthodontic students. Dr Homewood has examined for The University of Melbourne at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and for the Australian Dental Council. He is a member of the Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons and the Pierre Fauchard Academy.

Dr Cigdem Kipel is a multi-award winning Sydney based Principal Dentist a 7-surgery facility with a focus on developing high performance teams, efficient workflows and optimal practice systems that deliver outstanding patient experiences and growth.
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Together with her skills in patient communication, top academic achievements and commitment to ongoing education, she is able to deliver clinical treatment outcomes of exceptional quality for her patients and maintain a high performing practice in a competitive landscape. ​

Dr Kipel’s current passion lies in the non-clinical aspects of dental practice: patient communication, practice management, leadership and team development, systemisation technology and practice growth.

CEO and founder Principle practice management software and Level-Up systemisation software, she is passionate about leveraging technology and creating cutting-edge digital systems to unlock greater case acceptance, utilise more of the dental team in a patient’s treatment journey and to generate unique opportunities to provide convenience and wow-factors to the patient at every step.

Dr Kipel has also gained extensive training in implantology, digital CAD-CAM technology, orthodontic clear aligner therapy and aesthetic dentistry and is committed to stay at the forefront of a continuously evolving technology.

Dr Felicity Crombie is a senior lecturer at the Melbourne Dental School and general practice dentist with over 20 years’ experience in the public and private sectors.

Dr Crombie’s research interest in dental tissue mineralisation began with a PhD on Molar Incisor Hypomineralisation, before commencing her current academic role and expanding into cariology.

Dr Geeta Perks has 20 years clinical dental experience, having practised in the UK and Australia. Dr Perks is CEO of Dental Focus Marketing (DFM) Australia, a digital marketing agency helping dentists grow their businesses via: compliant, state-of-the-art websites; Google domination; targeted social media and consultancy services.

The Dental Focus Group, owned by her family, has helped 1000 dentists globally to grow their businesses. Dr Perks is a fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy and co-founder/trustee of the Mouth Cancer Foundation charity.

Dr Geoffrey Hall completed his dental training at the University of Melbourne in 1983, and then pursued his postgraduate orthodontic training at the University of Pennsylvania in 1990. While he had mixed results with his undergraduate dental education, he found his passion in orthodontics, coming first in his class at the University of Pennsylvania.

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That passion led him to open his successful practice at South Caulfield in Melbourne, where he specialised iin adult and children treatments including early treatment, conventional adolescent therapy, short-term orthodontics (Smilefast) and cosmetic treatment options including lingual braces, Invisalign and other aligner systems, and a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary treatment, including orthognathic surgical cases. . Over 28 years in practice and 10,000 orthodontic cases later, he has now dedicated himself to being the leading orthodontic educator for General Dentists, through The OrthoED Institute.

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Having developed the short term cosmetic orthodontic treatment called Smilefast, (with over 500 dentists having completed their training in Australia) the success is based around the unique digital indirect bonding system, the comprehensive theory, formulated from sound orthodontic principles and pre-course material. Add in the online support and Smilefast has developed into a profitable revenue stream for many of the dentists, who have embraced orthodontics into their practice.

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Dr Hall developed the OrthoEd Institute programme to give General

Dr. Igor Lavrin completed a 3 year Orthodontic Specialist Programme and Master’s at the Harvard School of Dental Medicine, USA. He is in private Orthodontic practice with his wife, Dr. Sarah Lawrence in Melbourne, Australia at Lavrin & Lawrence Orthodontics. He has been invited to lecture at various international orthodontic conferences and universities in Australia, Canada, South Korea, Indonesia, Singapore, Fiji and in the US including a number of annual sessions for The American Association of Orthodontists.

Dr. Lavrin completed his Invisalign training at Harvard and subsequently went on to become one of the first Invisalign doctors in Australia. His practice has Invisalign Black Diamond status.

He is a past Federal Treasurer of the Australian Society of Orthodontists, past President of the Australasian Society of Lingual Orthodontists and current Victorian Councillor for the Australian Society of Orthodontists. Dr. Lavrin is an Adjunct Senior Lecturer in Orthodontics at the University of Western Australia and contributes to the teaching programme in the Orthodontic Department at the University of Melbourne.

James Brichko obtained his Bachelor of Dental Science with honors from the University of Melbourne. He practiced general dentistry in private dental practice in Ballarat for several years before returning to Melbourne to complete his Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in Endodontics. James is a clinical tutor in the specialty of endodontics at both the University of Melbourne and La Trobe University as well as a committee member for the Australian Society of Endodontology (Victorian Branch). James is interested in all areas of conservative and surgical endodontics and is passionate about providing his patients with a positive dental experience.

Dr Jana Pittman has experienced it all – triumph, defeat, failure and success. She will take you on a journey through the peaks and troughs that helped shape her career and build her into who she is today.

Dr Pittman is a two-time world champion and four-time Commonwealth athletics champion. When injuries hampered her athletic career, she swapped the track for the ice rink and became the first woman to represent Australia in both the Summer and Winter Olympic games.

Off the track, Dr Pittman has completed a degree in medicine and surgery at the University of Western Sydney and is a practising doctor specialising in women’s health. She is currently an ambassador for the Australian Cervical Cancer Foundation, Save the Box and Targeting Cancer. In 2021 she joined the cast of Channel 7’s popular reality program ‘SAS Australia’, making it to the final five.

Dr Jim Bokas completed his BDSc in 1996, ranking first on the Deans Honours list. In 2003, he received a Masters in Orthodontics at the University of Melbourne. In 2004 Dr Bokas was awarded the Australian Orthodontic Board prize for the best-treated postgraduate case (2001-2003) and in 2005 gained membership in orthodontics through The Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh.

As well as working in private practice, Dr Bokas has consulted and demonstrated in orthodontics and paedodontics at the University of Melbourne since 2015.

John completed his schooling in Sydney and went on to study Dentistry at the University of Sydney, receiving his BDS with Honours in 2003. Following graduation, John spent two years in private practice in Parkes in country NSW, before returning to Sydney to undertake specialist training in Prosthodontics. His Master of Dental Science program involved undertaking research in the area of implant education for undergraduate dental students.

John is actively involved in teaching all areas of removable, fixed, and implant Prosthodontics. He is a member of the Australian and New Zealand Academy of Prosthodontists, and travels widely as a speaker and fellow for the International Team for Implantology (ITI). He also delivers lectures and hands-on training for various implant companies, and holds clinical teaching positions at Charles Sturt University and the University of Sydney, his alma mater. His special clinical interests are in Removable Prosthodontics (dentures), implant reconstructions and gold restorations.

John enjoys reading across a wide variety of topics, and playing the guitar at his local church on Sundays. John’s family and two young children keep him far too busy, but he does manage to sneak in some serious fishing during holidays!

Dr Lochana Ramalingam graduated from the National University of Singapore in 1997 with a BDS and completed her master’s degree in Paediatric Dentistry in 2001 at the University of Melbourne.

Dr Ramalingam completed her FRACDS (general stream) in 2002 and FRACDS special stream fellowship in Paediatric Dentistry in 2006. She is currently the director of the department of dentistry at the Royal Children’s Hospital and an honorary fellow at the Melbourne Dental School.

Dr Luke Moloney obtained his BDSc from The University of Melbourne in 1983 and his MDSc in endodontics from the same university in 1990.

Dr Moloney is in private practice in Camberwell and Brighton, and is a consultant endodontist in the Dentistry Department at the Royal Children’s Hospital. He is a Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. Dr Moloney has been practising as an endodontist since 1991.

Dr Marina Kamel is a Brisbane-based periodontist at Westside Perio & Implants. She completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Distinction at Otago University in 2012. She obtained a Doctor of Clinical Dentistry (Periodontics) and specialist training in implants at Sydney University in 2019. She is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (FRACDS) in general practice and has membership (MRACDS) in Periodontics. Dr Kamel is the President of the Australian Society of Periodontology and Vice President of the Australasian Osseointegration Society in Queensland. Dr Kamel received multiple academic and research awards during her professional career. She received the FG Christensen medal for obtaining the highest ranking in the primary RACDS examinations in 2013. She has received the reputable Judith and Dr. Mario Adamo Implant Innovation Scholarship for her research work in 2018 as well as the Osteology Foundation Research Award for her research in 2020.

Outside of periodontics, Marina enjoys running, swimming and tennis. She loves travelling and spending time with her family and friends in the great outdoors.

Dr Mithran Goonewardene completed his Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours from the University of Western Australia, specialist training at Boston’s Forsyth Dental Center, Certificate in Orthodontics from the Harvard School of Dental Medicine/Forsyth Dental Center and a Master of Medical Science degree from the Harvard Medical School.

For 30 years, Dr Goonewardene has combined part-time practice with a significant teaching role at the University of Western Australia. He delivers numerous lectures and courses locally, nationally and internationally and plays an active role in education and delivery of orthodontic and surgical services in Sri Lanka. Dr Goonewardene is an active member of the Australian Society of Orthodontists, the American Association of Orthodontists, the Sri Lankan Orthodontic Society and the Australian Dental Association. He is a full member of the Edward H. Angle Society of Orthodontists. Dr Goonewardene is a Fellow of the International College of Dentists and a Fellow of the Academy of Dentistry International.

Originally from Ireland, Dr Niall Quigley completed his BDS from the University of Manchester, UK in 2004.

In 2009, he completed a Master’s degree in Oral Surgery. In 2010, Dr Quigley completed a three – month preceptorship programme in Advanced Prosthodontics at the University of California and in 2018, he completed an MclinDent in Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics with distinction at King’s College London.

His interests lie with minimally invasive techniques for the worn dentition.

Dr Rana Yawary is a specialist paediatric dentist based in Melbourne. She works both as a consultant at the Royal Children’s Hospital of Melbourne and in her private practice Melbourne Paediatric Dentistry, located in Footscray.

Prior to joining the Royal Children’s, Dr Yawary worked as the State Oral Health Advisor for Dental Health Services Victoria.

Dr Sanjay Mali is a Qualified Dental Professional General Dentist at Shree Dental with special interest in Dental Implants and Cosmetic Dentistry.

MSC in Oral Implantology from the prestigious University in Frankfurt, Germany

Fellowship in Dental Implants at Miami University, Florida, USA

Post GradCert in Cosmetic Dentistry from New York University, USA

BDS Mumbai University, India

Fellow of ICOI

Dr Sarah Lawrence originally grew up in New Zealand and graduated from dentistry from the University of Otago, New Zealand. Dr Lawrence completed her three-year specialist Orthodontic training at the University of Melbourne in 2003. Since then she has worked in partnership with her husband, Dr Igor Lavrin as well as in the Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne. She is also a Clinical tutor for Postgraduate Orthodontic students at the University of Melbourne. She is a Clinical Consultant and speaker for Invisalign in the Asia-Pacific region. She has a keen interest in Invisalign treatment and has been using the appliance for over 15 years and has treated over 1000 cases.

Dr Vicki Vlaskalic received both her Bachelor of Dental Science and Master of Dental Science degrees at the University of Melbourne, Australia. As recipient of the Australian Society of Orthodontists’ Sam Bulkley research fellowship, she spent 2 years teaching and researching at UCLA and then travelled to San Francisco where she became Assistant Professor at the University of the Pacific. In 1997, Dr. Vlaskalic acted as co-investigator with Professor Robert Boyd in the original feasibility study of the Invisalign appliance, becoming one of the first orthodontists in the world to develop and use the system. Together, they authored the first article on Invisalign in the Journal of Clinical Orthodontics, 2000. During her 6 years at Pacific, Dr. Vlaskalic received several awards, including 3 from the American Association of Orthodontists Foundation. Aside from Invisalign, Dr. Vlaskalic is published in topics including measurement of orthodontic outcomes and root resorption, as well as presenting abstracts and papers at IADR and international orthodontic meetings. She has been instrumental in the introduction of Invisalign into many countries, including the USA, Australia, Hong Kong, New Zealand, Singapore, Japan, China and more recently Eastern Europe and the Middle East. Since returning to Melbourne, Dr. Vlaskalic works in her orthodontic specialty practice as an Invisalign Platinum Provider and as a clinical instructor at the University of Melbourne where she collaborates with students and faculty researching various aspects of the Invisalign System. Vicki can be contacted at V Orthodontics, 870 Toorak Road, Hawthorn East, 3123, PH (03) 9822 8750.

Professor Walsh is a specialist in special needs dentistry who holds a personal chair in Dental Science at the University of Queensland. He is a clinically active specialist in special needs dentistry and has a particular clinical interest in medically compromised patients. Laurie has lectured nationally and internationally on issues with the provision of dental care to elderly and frail patients, and has contributed to the development of care protocols based on minimal intervention dentistry. Laurie has served as an infection control consultant to a range of government and private sector organisations.

Russell graduated from RMIT in Victoria in 1973 as Dux of Applied Science of Dental Technology. He was awarded the Overseas Foundation Scholarship by Rotary International to study Dental Ceramics in New York and Chicago. Russell founded Omega Ceramics Dental Laboratory in 1975, which is now considered one of the leading dental laboratories in the country. He is a Master in Digital Smile Design (DSD) technology and has been appointed the International Coordinator of DSD Clinics Australia and New Zealand. Russell has lectured widely in the art of analogue and modern digital dentistry in Europe, Asia, Australia and the United States. He has published articles on dental ceramics in dental journals internationally.

Ms Tabitha Acret is a dedicated and passionate award-winning dental hygienist. She studied a Bachelor of Oral Health at Newcastle University after working as a dental nurse and practice manager for 10 years and graduated in 2008. Since qualifying, Ms Acret has become one of the most sought-after hygienists and educators in Australia and internationally.

Ms Acret was previously the National Vice-President for the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia and has volunteered in many for the Association. She has a passion for educating students and works as a clinical educator for implant maintenance and non-surgical periodontal therapy at Sydney University. Ms Acret lectures and writes regularly for both industry and consumer press on motivating patients, implant maintenance, and disease prevention and periodontal therapy. Winner of the 2018 Leadership Award in Dental Hygiene and the 2019 Award for Clinical Excellence, Ms Acret had dedicated her professional life to continued learning and sharing her passion with the dental community.

Dr Jeffrey Kho graduated from the University of Queensland with Honors in 2005. He has over 10 years experience with clear aligners. Dr Kho is one of Clearcorrect Australia’s National Trainers and regularly trains dentists both nationally and internationally on its use. Jeff has been a clinical supervisor for the UQ School of Dentistry, and lecturer at both Griffith and James Cook Universities. He serves as a Key Opinion Leader and clinical advisor for several different companies and finds the time to multiple private practices in Brisbane.

Kathy Metaxas has been involved in the field of dentistry for over 3 decades. Her enthusiasm and knowledge has motivated and directed many dental teams across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore and the United States to achieve levels of success beyond their expectations.

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Kathy’s company PLATINUM Professional Development’s philosophy is total commitment to a high standard of patient care and service and she believes the foundation of every successful dental practice is through TOTAL TEAM EFFORT.

Kathy is an international speaker and a professional motivator who has built an outstanding reputation for pro

Carolina graduated from the University Complutense of Madrid in 2006. After completing her studies she moved to Oxford (UK), where she worked as a general dentist and undertook further studies in restorative dentistry, prosthodontics, and implants in London, Manchester, and France. During this time, she gained membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (UK).
In early 2013 she settled in Melbourne and while working in private practice, she completed a part-time diploma in clinical dentistry in the field of implants at The University of Melbourne. Carolina also received her prosthodontics specialist training and degree at The University of Melbourne.
In addition to working in private practice at Bayside Dental Specialists and Tasman Prosthodontics, Carolina is involved in continuous professional training as well as undergraduate and postgraduate teaching through The University of  Melbourne. She is the current president of the Australian Prosthodontic Society Victoria Branch, member of the Australian Osseointegration Society, the International Team for Implantology and the Australian Dental Association.

Dr Frazis enjoys all aspects of dentistry, with a particular interest in cosmetic work, complex surgery and nervous patients. He spent the first few years of his career focusing on patient communication and expanding his basic skill set. Dr Frazis is a frequent contributor to the online dental forum RIPE and is a content creator for the Restoring Excellence Academy. He has been increasingly involved with teaching dentists of all ages in a variety of hands on courses. He is currently undertaking a Diploma in Dental Implantology through James Cook University.

Sophia is a Melbourne-trained Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, with international experience. She obtained her Dental and Medical degrees at the University of Melbourne, before completing advanced training in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. Following award of her speciality fellowship (FRACDS(OMS)), Sophia chose to undertake further subspecialisation in orthognathic (‘corrective jaw’) surgery and maxillofacial trauma surgery at The Royal Melbourne Hospital (2012), and at The Oxford University Hospitals Trust, United Kingdom, where she was the Senior Clinical Fellow in: orthognathic and maxillofacial trauma surgery, salivary gland pathology, and head and neck oncology (2013-2014).
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​Since her return, Sophia has commenced private practice in Melbourne, and has appointments as an Oral and Maxillofacial Consultant at Monash Health, the Royal Melbourne Hospital, and the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne. She plays an active role in teaching and examining maxillofacial registrars, medical, and dental students.

A CPD junkie at heart, Tiv knows what it means to deliver value to our patients. After opening his own successful clinic in Balnarring he has since channeled his love for teaching into his YouTube page where you’ll find everything from his camera settings through to his patient workflow.

Have you checked out Varun’s Instagram page? If you haven’t, you’re missing out… Varun is a Specialist Prosthodontist with a focus on aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry. His passion for art is obvious through his commitment to documentation and incredible hand skills.

Dr Jack Yang is a general dentist who is skilled in all areas of family and cosmetic dentistry. He has a special interest in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry, crown and bridge treatment, whitening, orthodontics and implants. He also provides professional expert treatment for dental sleep medicine, TMJ, head and neck pain.

Dr Jack also completes oral surgery, including implant dentistry, wisdom teeth removal and laser treatment for tongue-tie. Additionally he is highly experienced in both children’s and adult orthodontics with the philosophy of ‘Extract for the Face, Not for the Space’.

Jack is a compassionate, people-oriented, caring and dynamic dentist who attained his Bachelor of Dental Science from the University of Queensland. He keeps up-to-date with new developments in dental medicine and attends educational seminars nationally and internationally. His commitment to continuous education programs has led to Jack
currently undertaking a 3-year Master of Clinical Orthodontics through City of London University.

Jack enjoys all components of general dentistry with an emphasis on ensuring his patients are as comfortable as possible at all times. He takes pride in ensuring his patients feel at ease and answers any questions they may have.

His holistic approach to integrated patient treatment places special emphasis on minimal intervention dentistry and preventative oral health regimes. Jack also believes a planned and steady approach to all dental treatment is the most beneficial to all his patients.

Dr Jack proudly holds ICOI Fellowship (International Congress Of Oral Implantologists)

Mark graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours from the University of Melbourne in 2008. He was on the Deans Honours List and winner of the Ernest Joske Prize in final year dentistry. He worked in private practice for three years before beginning specialist training, graduating with the Doctor of Clinical Dentistry in 2014 from the University of Melbourne and being awarded the Ephraim Ehrmann Memorial Prize. Mark is involved in teaching undergraduate students at the University of Melbourne, and works in private practice in both Melbourne and Sydney