Dentists
Dr Anna Liyo
Qualifications:
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Bachelor of Dental Surgery (MG University, India)
About:
- Since commencing her career in Australia, Dr Anna, has been working public in both private and sector in the western suburbs of Melbourne
- She is passionate about helping her patients achieve and maintain good oral health
- She has a gentle and calming manner and is great at helping patients feel relaxed in the dental chair
- Dr Anna always strives to deliver high quality comprehensive dentistry while prioritizing the overall health and wellbeing of her patients
- Outside of work Dr. Anna loves spending time with her family and reading
Clinical interests:
- General dentistry (adults children)
Cathleen Vi Pho
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Biomedicine (BBiomed) University of Melbourne
- Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) University of Melbourne
About:
- Cathleen has worked in various metropolitan and regional clinics in Victoria
- Is committed to providing high quality care to all patients as if they were her own family
- Aims to treat existing dental issues in a non- judgemental environment and educate patients on how to prevent them from reoccurring in the future
- Likes to keep to to date on the latest techniques in the field
- Also speaks Vietnamese
- In her spare time, Cathleen enjoys watercolour painting, baking and seeing live music performances
Clinical interests:
- General and family dentistry
- Prevention and education
Dr Alwin Sun
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Biomedicine, University of Melbourne
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), University of Melbourne
About:
- Alwin is a dedicated general dentist with extensive experience serving both public and private patients in rural Victoria.
- He is passionate about providing exceptional care and creating a comfortable environment for his patients.
- Alwin takes pride in developing individualized, patient-centred treatment plans tailored to each person’s unique needs.
- He remains committed to staying updated with the latest advancements in dentistry to ensure the highest standard of care.
- Outside of his professional life, Alwin enjoys traveling, watching TV shows, and exploring scenic hiking trails.
Clinical interests:
- Preventive care
- Restorative care
- Tooth Extraction
Dr Dalina Pho
Qualifications:
Bachelor of Biomedicine (BBiomed) University of Melbourne
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) University of Melbourne
About:
- Dalina has gained broad experience at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne and various metropolitan and rural community clinics across Victoria
- She loved going to the dentist as a child and wishes to provide an equally positive dental experience to all her patients
- She is passionate about providing high quality, comprehensive, individualised dental care in a stress-free environment
- Always ensures her patient’s concerns are addressed, and they leave the clinic having a much better understanding of their oral health
- Outside of dentistry, Dalina enjoys spending time with her family and friends, playing the piano, and keeping herself busy with some arts and crafts
- She also speaks Vietnamese
Clinical interests:
- General dentistry (adults and children)
- Family Dentistry
- Oral health education and preventive care
Dr Michael Xu
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery BDS: University of Sichuan (China), 2004
- PhD and specialist double-degree program in Prosthodontics, University of Sichuan (China), 2005-2009
About:
- Relocated to Australia ten years ago, and practiced dentistry in the private sector as well as teaching dentistry at the University of Sydney and James Cook University.
- Well-versed in all aspects of dentistry.
- Maintains a rigorous continuing education schedule, constantly updating his knowledge on all aspects of Dentistry.
- Previous academic and research background equips him to practice dentistry in an evidence-based approach rather than empiricism.
- His passion for Dentistry and compassion for his patients proves to be a very successful combination, insuring his patients no longer have to fear the dentist or put their oral health at risk.
- Speaks English and Mandarin.
- Outside dentistry, Michael is an avid runner and loves completing long-distance running races all over the world.
Clinical Interests:
- All aspects of general dentistry
- Tooth extraction and periodontal surgery
- Implant
- Cosmetic dentistry
- Full-arch rehabilitation
- Digital dentistry
Dr Nomita Gonsalvez
Bayside / Bentleigh (Monday) and Point Cook (Tuesday – Thursday)
Qualifications and Further education:
- Bachelor of Dental Science BDSc: University of Melbourne 1998
- Post Graduate Diploma Dental Sleep Medicine 2016 – University of Western Australia
- Post Graduate Diploma in Orthodontics (UK)
About:
- Principal Dentist
- Dedicated to delivering holistic dental treatment
- Passionate about sharing knowledge and managing postural, breathing and developmental issues
- Believes in embracing a team approach to patient care and working closely with medical & allied health professionals
- Inspired by her children she has pursued an interest in early childhood development and associated issues of snoring, memory loss, bed wetting, mood swings and teeth grinding. She is also co-founder of Inspire Doctors, a multi-disciplinary clinic focused on treating sleep and myofunctional dysfunction.
- Loves spending time in nature, reading, learning, bush-walking and meditating.
Clinical Interests:
- Airway-focused dentist bringing a holistic approach to dental health diagnosis and management.
- Orthodontics for young children and teens – with Expansion, Myofunctional therapy, Clear aligners or fixed braces
- Myofunctional orthodontics
- Adult orthodontics (Invisalign/Clear alligner therapy)
- Snoring, Sleep Apnea & Sleep Disordered Breathing management
- Temporomandibular Joint Disorders/Jaw joint management
- Cosmetic Minimalistic dentistry (Digital Smile Design) incorporating health, function and aesthetics