Dentists. Friends.
Good People.
SORT BY
Dr Andrew Campbell
BDS (Otago)[email protected]
Andrew is the founder of the Tooth Company and one of the principle dentists.
After developing a large following at his previous practice in Albany, he decided it was time to put together a team of like minded professionals and share his style of dentistry with the rest of Auckland.
Andrew’s approach to his patients is relaxed, adaptable and caring, and clinically he is a perfectionist. Andrew provides all facets of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry.
Andrew dedicates time each year to travel to a range of international conferences and courses to ensure his skills and knowledge, and the service provided by the Tooth Company, are at the forefront of dental care in New Zealand.
Andrew lives on the North Shore with his wife Emma and daughter Amelia.
Member of the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, New Zealand Society of Sedation in Dentistry, Auckland Dental Association and the New Zealand Dental Association.
Dr James Stone
BDS (Sheffield)[email protected]
James graduated with honours from the University of Sheffield Dental School, UK. He worked in general practice for one year before leaving to work in the Head and Neck unit of one of the UK’s busiest District General Hospitals as an oral surgeon. James left this position to take a role at the University of Manchester Dental School, teaching undergraduate dental students and also receiving training from specialists in all aspects of general dentistry. During his time working in hospital, James received an award from the British Dental Association for one of his research publications. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry but is especially interested in oral surgery and endodontics (root canal treatments).
James’ aim is to develop a friendly relationship with each patient based on communication, and good teamwork. The patient is the focus of every treatment plan and they are actively involved in all the decision making.
James enjoys living in Mission Bay and is a keen skier and footballer.
Dr Susan Stewart
BDS (Otago)[email protected]
Susan has joined the team at The Tooth Company and is a well-known Milford dentist. Her years of experience and high level of expertise are reflected in her excellent work and her dedication to dentistry. Her strive for success resulted in a modern, well-respected dental practice in Devonport.
Susan balances working at The Tooth Company with teaching students in the Bachelor of Oral Health programme at AUT, North Shore.
Susan and her family have been North Shore locals for many years.
Auckland Dental Association and the New Zealand Dental Association
Dr Grady Bower
BDS (Otago)[email protected]
Grady has completed five years of study in Otago and graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. Upon graduation he was awarded the New Zealand Dental Association Prize for General Dental Practice. Returning home to Auckland, he aims to establish himself and provide care to the local community. As a motivated individual he strives to be well respected in the dental community and provide a high standard of treatment that aligns with modern philosophies. He puts people at ease with effective communication and natural interpersonal skills, which allows him to work alongside patients to prevent disease and improve their oral health. He believes visiting the dentist should be a positive experience and strives to build lifelong trust with patients. Depending on the weather conditions you will find Grady out on the water surfing or fishing with friends or playing a round of golf or two. He is a sports fanatic and also enjoys playing and watching rugby and cricket.
Dr Caitlin Agnew
BDS Otago, DClinDent (Paed) Syd, MRACDs (Paed)[email protected]
Caitlin completed her BDS in Otago, followed by working for the Auckland District health Board (ADHB) for two years as a maxillo-facial and dental house surgeon. After two years in private practice and a passion for Paediatric Dentistry, she moved to Sydney where she was employed as a Paediatric dental registrar for 3 years at the Sydney Children’s hospital and at the Westmead Centre for Oral health. She completed her DClinDent through the University of Sydney and is a member of the Royal college of dental surgeons, in her speciality.
Caitlin holds the vice-president appointment for the Australasian Academy of Paediatric dentistry. She currently works part-time in private practice, part-time at Starship Children’s hospital, and part-time as a Mum to her active toddler, Theo. Her main interests include paediatric oral surgery and providing care for children with special needs, dental anomalies and enamel defects. Caitlin’s current research ventures include: investigating paediatric oral pathology in a large tertiary referral centre, investigating the family impact of child orofacial cleft and the effectiveness of oral health promotion interventions during adolescence: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
She is currently part of the research team at the Starship Children’s Hospital investigating the Validation of a Respiratory Checklist for children with Cerebral Palsy in New Zealand.
Dr Alice Horncastle
BDS (Otago)[email protected]
Alice studied for five years at Otago University and graduated with her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with distinction. On graduating she was awarded the NZDA prize for excellence in general dental practice. She has worked as an oral and maxillofacial house officer across Auckland hospitals and is experienced in treating people with different medical conditions and managing dental emergencies. In 2024 she completed the RACDS primary dental sciences examination, passing five papers with commendation.
She considers her gentle demeanour, empathetic approach and active listening skills as being integral to her practice. She aims to empower her patients to improve their oral health in a judgement free setting, while ensuring their experience is comfortable and positive. Her special interests include modern restorative dentistry and oral surgery.
Alice is originally from the UK with family based in Wellington. Outside of work she enjoys playing the flute, exploring the Auckland food and coffee scene and going for walks and runs.
Alice is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association, and is committed to continued education to stay up to date with evidence based practice.
Dr Claudia Bawden
BDS (University of Basel)[email protected]
Claudia studied dentistry at the University of Basel in Switzerland, one of the oldest universities in the world, but one with a focus on the latest techniques and practices. An experienced dentist, having worked as a dentist for over 20 years now in practices across Europe and now Australasia.
Claudia absolutely loves working as a dentist and working alongside others. Her goal is to help her patients keep as many teeth as possible into their senior years and have a well functioning dentition. Her passion is surgery, but she loves all aspects of dentistry. Her focus is to create a relaxed atmosphere where patients feel comfortable and at ease. She practices conservative dentistry and likes to explain the treatment options to patients so they can make informed decisions about their dental health. She is a skilled dentist across all age groups from young children to seniors.
In her spare time Claudia loves to travel with her husband and two boys. Enjoying the outdoors, skiing and hiking trails throughout NZ.
Dr Stephanie Lee
BDS (Otago)[email protected]
Stephanie was born and raised in Auckland before heading down to Otago to complete her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with First Class Honours. She was a Dental and Maxillofacial House Officer at Christchurch hospital for a year before transitioning to private practice. She enjoyed looking after locals at Waiheke island before moving back to the mainland and working in Hobsonville. She loves getting to know her patients and tailoring treatments to suit each individual, and believes education and prevention are key to everyone having healthy and confident smiles for life. Her special interests are in restorative dentistry and managing tooth wear.
Stephanie has a little boy who keeps her busy when she’s not at work, and she loves cooking, reading, hiking and traveling.
Dr Sanika Rangnekar
BDS (Otago)
Sanika is an Otago trained general dentist who has over a decade of experience. She takes an empathetic and unhurried approach to a patient’s dental health with the best long-term outcome in mind. Sanika enjoys all aspects of dentistry. Her current areas of special interest are full mouth rehabilitation, restoring worn and broken teeth, wisdom teeth extractions, and dentures. As a holistic practitioner, her most recent area of growth is in Sleep Dentistry and TMJ issues.
After graduation in 2014, Sanika worked at Christchurch Hospital for two years where she passed her Primary Examinations with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. This time also allowed her to hone her surgical skills. She has been in private practice since and attends high quality dental courses to continuously grow her skills. Sanika takes a thorough approach to her examinations and treatments, utilising high resolution photographs at every step to ensure meticulous work.
Sanika loves spending time with her family, including two children. An avid foodie – she enjoys learning about the science of food, especially from her favourite chef, J Kenji Lopez-Alt and loves cooking for friends and family. She is also a cricket fan, having played at domestic level herself.
Dr Marcela Obst
BDS[email protected]
Originally from Brazil, Marcela graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in 2014 followed by a Master’s degree in Dentistry. She started her career working in public health and providing a wide range of dental care to people with high dental needs. After moving to New Zealand in 2018, Marcela joined The Tooth Company, where she also gained valuable experience in orthodontics.
Marcela has been recertified as a Dental Surgeon in both Australia and New Zealand and she enjoys all aspects of general dentistry as well as surgical procedures. Her special interest lies in cosmetics & restorative dentistry.
Marcela loves to meet people from all walks of life and assist them to achieve healthy and happy smiles. Her goal is to provide comprehensive, precise, and honest dental care and to help patients prevent further dental problems. She is genuinely caring and approachable and takes the time to listen to her patient’s concerns, providing them with the treatment they feel most comfortable with. It is her goal to make dentistry less intimidating by creating a relaxed environment and tailoring every step of the journey to each individual.
Outside of work her hobbies are Yoga and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In her free time, she enjoys the sunshine at North Shore beaches with friends and family.
Kathryn Fisk
Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) AUT[email protected]
Kathryn came over to New Zealand when she was 3 years old. She was born in South Africa
and lived in Swaziland (now known as Eswatini) until she came to New Zealand.
Although she is very much a Kiwi, she has lots of family in South Africa and prior to covid would go back to visit every 2 years or so. Kathryn’s mother and father are both pharmacists, which
led her to working in the pharmaceutical industry after she left school.
Kathryn’s older sister is a Hygienist and was a big influence in her career change to become an Oral Health Therapist.
Kathryn loves to travel; her favorite trip was traveling around America and Europe for three months with two of her best friends. Now that the borders are open, she is itching to tick a few more places off.
When she’s not at work, she spends a lot of her time with family and friends and her little dog Honey. During the summer she spends a lot of her weekends in her favorite place in the Coromandel.
Although she much prefers the heat, she has recently started to learn how to snowboard to make the most out of the New Zealand winters.
Kathryn, also known to us as Kat, loves getting to know her patients, so if you do see her around at the practice feel free to have a chat.
Katy Monk
BBH (Curtin)[email protected]
Katy has over 20 years experience in the dental industry working in various roles in both New Zealand and Australia. While she very much enjoyed dental assisting, she decided to further her scope of expertise and graduated with a diploma in Dental Hygiene in 2011. She has since worked as a Hygienist in not only Perth, but also Christchurch and Auckland.
Katy has two boys who are now 3 & 5 years old, which keep her very busy when she’s not working! When she does have spare time, she loves to go on active excursions with her Huntaway X dog, and also enjoys playing various board games with her husband.
Patients comfort and ease is top priority for Katy and she believes that a good patient and clinician relationship is paramount to achieve great treatment results.
Ebony Bowers
BHSc (Oral Health)[email protected]
Ebony has moved to Dunedin – all patients that have been seen by Ebony have been transferred to Hillary Barker.
Sarah Clarke
Sarah came to New Zealand two years ago from Ireland and has been with The Tooth Company ever since. In Ireland she worked in an emergency dental clinic as a trainee dental assistant, during that time she gained a lot of valuable skills and a passion for the dental industry.
Sarah enjoys all aspects of dentistry and likes to learn different approaches to procedures from the dentists. She loves working at The Tooth Company as she feels it’s a great place to develop both personally and professionally.
Outside of work, Sarah is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching rugby and Formula 1. She also loves spending time with friends and family.
Joylene Doncaster
With over seven years of experience in the dental industry in both New Zealand and Australia, Joylene returned home to earn a Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) degree from AUT. She has worked in the public sector, providing dental therapy to children from birth to Year 8 with the Auckland Regional Dental Service (Waitemata District Health Board).
Joylene is passionate about improving oral health and well-being through education and high-quality dental care. She believes that knowledge is key to maintaining a healthy smile. Joylene is dedicated to creating a welcoming, comfortable environment for every patient, especially those who feel anxious.
When she’s not saving teeth, Joylene enjoys spending some quality time with her friends and family, hitting pilates, whipping up a cake from time to time, and travelling when she can.
Victoria Arreola
BOH (Otago)[email protected]
Victoria graduated at the University of Otago with a bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology in 2012, and a bachelor of Oral Health in 2015. Since graduating she has worked in private practice in Dunedin, as well as tutoring Oral Health students at the Dental School. Moving back up to Auckland had been a welcoming feeling as she is now closer to her family and friends.
Victoria’s main focus at work is to provide a pleasant and comfortable environment for her patients, especially those with a dental phobia. She is passionate about improving oral health wellbeing through education and excellent dental service. Victoria maintains her knowledge and experience by attending professional development lectures and courses. She is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association and the New Zealand Oral Health Association.
Outside of work Victoria enjoys reading, practising water colour painting, improving her culinary skills, and spending time going for walks or being at the beach with her husband and 4month old daughter Ava.
Marjan Taheraslani
DDS
Marjan graduated in 2010 with a DDS (Doctorate of Dental Surgery) in Iran.
She worked as a dentist for 14 years and enjoys all aspects of dentistry.
Recently, she began the Ortho Auxiliary course under the supervision of Dr. Tania and is now working with us as a trainee.
Outside of work, Marjan loves yoga, enjoys walking, and spending time outdoors.
Elyzia Arreola
BOH (Otago)[email protected]
Hi my name is Elyzia (pronounced E-lisha), I am a University of Otago graduate. Since becoming a registered Oral Health Therapist in 2018, I have had previous experience in the public health sector working with children from birth to year 8 with the Auckland Regional Dental Services (Waitemata District Heath Board), as well as working in private practice in Manukau practicing hygiene treatments before joining The Tooth Company.
At The Tooth Company, I aim to provide quality hygiene treatments and maintenance, liaise with our Paediatric Specialist to provide routine dental care for children, deliver free dental treatment under the government scheme for secondary school students, and assist our Orthodontic Specialist with many orthodontic treatments.
I strongly believe in ‘prevention is better than cure’ and taking on a holistic approach when treating my patients to get the best possible outcomes. I am always striving to create a comfortable dental environment and influence a positive perspective on dentistry for all my patients.
Outside of dentistry, I thrive within all aspects of fitness and health such as yoga, hiking trails, aerial fitness, and strength training.
I look forward to meeting you 🙂
Hazel Sheppard
Oral Health Therapy (AKL)[email protected]
Hazel graduated from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) with a Bachelor of Oral Health. She previously worked as a dental assistant for ten years before deciding to further her education in the industry, attended university and then began practicing as an oral health therapist. She enjoys creating a positive experience for her patients and always focuses on a high standard of patient care.
Outside of work Hazel likes to explore the food Auckland has to offer while keeping fit, reading and travelling when she can.
Katrina Jung
BOH (AKL)[email protected]
Hi, My name is Katrina, I am an Oral Health Therapist who is dual trained in Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene. I graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2018, and have worked as a full time dental therapist at the Waikato District Health Board looking after children and adolescents and also part time working for a private dental practice providing hygiene treatments . One of my strengths would be my delicate hand skills which help me provide gentle care for our patients. I am very passionate about working in the dental industry and continue to strive to provide the most current treatment approaches.
On my days off I enjoy getting out in the fresh air and going fishing with friends. I also have a creative side and enjoy painting, pottery.
Katrina speaks English and Korean
Jasmine Kamboj
Bachelor of Oral Health (Otago)[email protected]
Jasmine graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Oral Health degree in 2018 and has since been working in Whangarei with a wide range of patient cases, which allowed her to radically upskill both treatment and management of gum disease.
She understands that being at the dentists can be quite stressful for some people so providing a comfortable experience where patients are able to take charge of their oral health is very important to me. She firmly believes that prevention is the best treatment and likes taking a holistic approach to motivate her patients to achieve good oral health. She really enjoys working with her patients to provide personalised and realistic homecare to positively impact their oral health.
Outside of work she is a huge foodie and enjoys exploring new restaurants and cuisines. Other than eating she also enjoys hiking and travelling!
Jasmine is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi
Fiona Lu
Bachelor of Oral Health - Otago[email protected]
Fiona is an Oral Health Therapist who graduated from the University of Otago, practising hygiene treatments at the Tooth Company. Patient satisfaction and comfort are the main focus for her. Fiona believes pleasant dental visits and effective clinical relationships are fundamental factors for successful treatment outcome.
Fiona speaks English and Mandarin.
Katherine Malan
Katherine immigrated in 2008 from South Africa with her husband and daughter, joining The Tooth Company at the end of 2019
Katherine enjoys interacting with different people and the challenges that each day brings.
With the help of the wonderfully talented Tooth Company team, her main goal, when it comes to patient care, is ensuring that the overall patient experience is smooth and comfortable from start to finish.
Katherine loves the sunshine, and on her days, spending time at home, taking her dog Pepper for walks or curling up on the sofa, coffee in hand, to watch a game of golf.
Winny Pillay
[email protected]
Winny started her dental career as a dental assistant followed by clinical manager in The Tooth Company Eastridge a few years ago. Her experiences, reliable personality and organised manner earned her practice manager role. Her goal is ensuring day to day operations always go smoothly for the patients and the team.
Outside work, Winny enjoys spending time with her 6 year old boy and 11 year old girl. Winny loves music and definitely enjoys being part of the worship team in her local church which her family always serves on Sunday.
Emily Chambers
Emily is usually your first point of contact when you reach The Tooth Company, whether it be over the phone, or in person in the reception area.
She enjoys working with the wonderful and talented team here at Smales Farm and is always happy to assist when it comes to finding a dentist or hygienist that best meets your needs.
During her free time, Emily enjoys being active by spending time outdoors, going for a run, bike ride or walk around the North Shore.
When Emily and her husband are not taking a short trip away, they enjoy spending time with family and friends and cooking delicious meals at home.
Emily looks forward to welcoming you to the practice and assisting you with any queries
Tayla Norris
Tayla has several years experience in the dental industry as a dental assistant and receptionist.
You will find her in surgery, as well as the front desk to assist with all your dental needs. Tayla enjoys that no two days are ever the same.
She has the privilege of working with The Tooth Company’s smallest patients, giving them the best experience possible as they start their dental journey.
In her spare time Tayla loves spending time with friends and family traveling and enjoying different restaurants.
Shaelyn Maihi
Kia Ora, my name is Shaelyn and I joined the team at The Tooth Company Eastridge at the beginning of 2021.
My main focus at work is to provide an environment that makes everyone who walks through our doors feel welcome and comfortable. I am dedicated to helping with every step of your dental visit from scheduling appointments to answering any questions.
When I’m not working I enjoy kapa haka, travelling and playing touch rugby.
Suzy Gilmour
Suzy’s passion has always been holistic health with a focus on patient centered care. Her goal is to make patients feel at ease the moment they walk through the door.
With a degree in human biology and a medical background, she understands the importance of quality healthcare and aims to make this process as seamless and efficient as possible, ensuring patients leave with a smile on their face.
Outside of work she spends her time teaching Thai kickboxing, traveling and working on her Masters degree.
Zoe Harwood
Zoe is a receptionist here at The Tooth Company, Smales Farm.
She loves welcoming all the new faces that come in to visit us in the clinic, as well as getting to know all our regular patients a little better.
On her days off, Zoe enjoys spending time with her family and friends and going on long beach walks with her two dogs.
Elizabeth Phillips
Elizabeth is the Recall Manager for The Tooth Company.
She has worked in the banking sector, public health and education.
Elizabeth is married, Mum to two adult children and has a 4 year old grandson. She also provides support to her elderly mother.
Her interests include kayaking, coaching, K-Dramas, sport and genealogy.
During lockdowns her hobby became Diamond Dotz, completing a Captain America for her grandson
Her goal is to learn Te Reo, travel around NZ, open a martial arts school with her husband, get a dog.
Gill McGregor
Gill emigrated to New Zealand 20 years ago from Scotland . She trained & graduated from Glasgow Dental School and has a huge wealth of experience including hospital , general practice & specialists clinics . She also has Postgraduate qualification in Sedation . Gill loves the Kiwi lifestyle & enjoys walking , doing ballet barre class & being with family .
Katrina Cabato
Katrina joined Tooth Company mid November 2023 as a Dental Assistant. She is a Registered Nurse in the Philippines and have been working as a Caregiver for more than 8 years here in New Zealand. Katrina can speak English, Tagalog and Ilokano (Philippines language and dialect). In her spare time she enjoys spending time with mhery daughter, walking, running and cooking. Believing that everyday is a learning experience and she is grateful for it.
Gabriela Mendess
Gabriela joined the team as a dental assistant with prior experience in the field. She enjoys the fast-paced environment of the clinic and learning more about different dental procedures. She loves interacting with patients and helping them feel comfortable during their visits.
Outside of work, Gabriela creates content for social media, combining her passion for beauty and creativity. She also enjoys staying active, spending time with friends, and discovering new cafes around Auckland.
Cynthia Redden
Cynthia is currently working as a dental assistant alongside a specialist paediatric dentist while studying a Bachelor of Oral Health to become an Oral Health Therapist.
She is passionate about oral health and loves helping people and working with kids. If she’s not working she is studying, at the gym or hanging out with friends.
Erin Malan
Erin joined the team at The Tooth Company shortly after finishing high school. She was trained as a dental assistant and has enjoyed learning about dentistry and picking up new skills.
She loves meeting all the patients who walk through the doors, especially the little kiddies as she can give them stickers and cool sunglasses to wear in the chair.
Erin is currently studying at The University of Auckland where she is completing a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology and Physiology.
When she isn’t in clinic or studying, she enjoys hanging out with her friends, going to the gym, or watching movies.
When the sun is shining you will find her lazing around at the beach or swimming in the waves.
Eleanor McKibbin
Ellie is a graduate from AUT in Business studies, and having found a passion for the dental industry, is one of our dental assistants.
A kind and caring person, she is always willing to help provide a calm and safe environment to help with your dental needs.
Outside of the practice Ellie can be found walking her dog Baxter on one of the many North Shore beaches.
Erin Hamilton
Erin is currently working as a dental assistant whilst completing her last year of Bachelor of Oral Health at AUT University.
Whilst studying Erin have been lucky enough to assist our paediatric dentist Caitlin treating our Tooth Co Kids patients!
When not at work she is usually at the beach or off on a hike!
Sabi Javaid
Sabi has an overseas dental background and thrives in the clinical environment.
She has been working at The Tooth Company as a dental assistant, while pursuing a Bachelors in Oral Health.
She is a mum to two lovely boys and is a North Shore local.
Sabi is an avid reader and loves taking road trips.
Dr Saleem Essop
BDS[email protected]
Saleem was born in South Africa and moved to New Zealand along with his family when he was 8 years old. He graduated from Dental school in 2017 and went on to complete a Bachelor of Science majoring in Anatomy in 2020. In the pursuit of seeking out the latest techniques and implementing them into his daily practice, he has completed clinical training courses in multiple countries including the USA where he holds a practising license and is Board Certified.
He understands that most patients feel anxious and approaches them in a gentle and caring manner. Saleem finds joy in helping his patients overcome their dental fear while providing exceptional care which he prides himself on. He has a keen interest in restorative and preventative dentistry and enjoys having his patients involved in creating personally tailored treatment plans. Apart from fixing teeth and improving smiles, Saleem enjoys rugby, fishing, travelling and sampling local foods.
Hannah Wallis
Hannah is a receptionist here at The Tooth Company, Eastridge. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with friends, baking and cake decorating, and looking after her dog Holly. Hannah looks forward to welcoming you to The Tooth Company Eastridge.
Jacob Hallinan
Hello, my name is Jacob Hallinan and I joined The Tooth Company in 2023.
I love to meet new people and offer my help to anyone I may come across. I am also always happy to have a chat.
On my days off I enjoy exploring Auckland on my motorbike and spending quality time with my family and friends.
Zita Sumich
Zita is a receptionist at The Tooth Company, Eastridge.
Her aim is to make everyone who comes into the clinic feel comfortable and loves welcoming new people in.
She is currently working towards her conjoint Law and Arts degree and in her spare time enjoys being active outside, reading and spending time with friends.
Dr Andrew Campbell
BDS (Otago)
[email protected]
Andrew is the founder of the Tooth Company and one of the principle dentists.
After developing a large following at his previous practice in Albany, he decided it was time to put together a team of like minded professionals and share his style of dentistry with the rest of Auckland.
Andrew’s approach to his patients is relaxed, adaptable and caring, and clinically he is a perfectionist. Andrew provides all facets of dentistry including cosmetic dentistry.
Andrew dedicates time each year to travel to a range of international conferences and courses to ensure his skills and knowledge, and the service provided by the Tooth Company, are at the forefront of dental care in New Zealand.
Andrew lives on the North Shore with his wife Emma and daughter Amelia.
Member of the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, New Zealand Society of Sedation in Dentistry, Auckland Dental Association and the New Zealand Dental Association.
Dr James Stone
BDS (Sheffield)
[email protected]
James graduated with honours from the University of Sheffield Dental School, UK. He worked in general practice for one year before leaving to work in the Head and Neck unit of one of the UK’s busiest District General Hospitals as an oral surgeon. James left this position to take a role at the University of Manchester Dental School, teaching undergraduate dental students and also receiving training from specialists in all aspects of general dentistry. During his time working in hospital, James received an award from the British Dental Association for one of his research publications. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry but is especially interested in oral surgery and endodontics (root canal treatments).
James’ aim is to develop a friendly relationship with each patient based on communication, and good teamwork. The patient is the focus of every treatment plan and they are actively involved in all the decision making.
James enjoys living in Mission Bay and is a keen skier and footballer.
Dr Susan Stewart
BDS (Otago)
[email protected]
Susan has joined the team at The Tooth Company and is a well-known Milford dentist. Her years of experience and high level of expertise are reflected in her excellent work and her dedication to dentistry. Her strive for success resulted in a modern, well-respected dental practice in Devonport.
Susan balances working at The Tooth Company with teaching students in the Bachelor of Oral Health programme at AUT, North Shore.
Susan and her family have been North Shore locals for many years.
Auckland Dental Association and the New Zealand Dental Association
Dr Grady Bower
BDS (Otago)
[email protected]
Grady has completed five years of study in Otago and graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. Upon graduation he was awarded the New Zealand Dental Association Prize for General Dental Practice. Returning home to Auckland, he aims to establish himself and provide care to the local community. As a motivated individual he strives to be well respected in the dental community and provide a high standard of treatment that aligns with modern philosophies. He puts people at ease with effective communication and natural interpersonal skills, which allows him to work alongside patients to prevent disease and improve their oral health. He believes visiting the dentist should be a positive experience and strives to build lifelong trust with patients. Depending on the weather conditions you will find Grady out on the water surfing or fishing with friends or playing a round of golf or two. He is a sports fanatic and also enjoys playing and watching rugby and cricket.
Dr Caitlin Agnew
BDS Otago, DClinDent (Paed) Syd, MRACDs (Paed)
[email protected]
Caitlin completed her BDS in Otago, followed by working for the Auckland District health Board (ADHB) for two years as a maxillo-facial and dental house surgeon. After two years in private practice and a passion for Paediatric Dentistry, she moved to Sydney where she was employed as a Paediatric dental registrar for 3 years at the Sydney Children’s hospital and at the Westmead Centre for Oral health. She completed her DClinDent through the University of Sydney and is a member of the Royal college of dental surgeons, in her speciality.
Caitlin holds the vice-president appointment for the Australasian Academy of Paediatric dentistry. She currently works part-time in private practice, part-time at Starship Children’s hospital, and part-time as a Mum to her active toddler, Theo. Her main interests include paediatric oral surgery and providing care for children with special needs, dental anomalies and enamel defects. Caitlin’s current research ventures include: investigating paediatric oral pathology in a large tertiary referral centre, investigating the family impact of child orofacial cleft and the effectiveness of oral health promotion interventions during adolescence: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
She is currently part of the research team at the Starship Children’s Hospital investigating the Validation of a Respiratory Checklist for children with Cerebral Palsy in New Zealand.
Dr Alice Horncastle
BDS (Otago)
[email protected]
Alice studied for five years at Otago University and graduated with her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with distinction. On graduating she was awarded the NZDA prize for excellence in general dental practice. She has worked as an oral and maxillofacial house officer across Auckland hospitals and is experienced in treating people with different medical conditions and managing dental emergencies. In 2024 she completed the RACDS primary dental sciences examination, passing five papers with commendation.
She considers her gentle demeanour, empathetic approach and active listening skills as being integral to her practice. She aims to empower her patients to improve their oral health in a judgement free setting, while ensuring their experience is comfortable and positive. Her special interests include modern restorative dentistry and oral surgery.
Alice is originally from the UK with family based in Wellington. Outside of work she enjoys playing the flute, exploring the Auckland food and coffee scene and going for walks and runs.
Alice is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association, and is committed to continued education to stay up to date with evidence based practice.
Dr Claudia Bawden
BDS (University of Basel)
[email protected]
Claudia studied dentistry at the University of Basel in Switzerland, one of the oldest universities in the world, but one with a focus on the latest techniques and practices. An experienced dentist, having worked as a dentist for over 20 years now in practices across Europe and now Australasia.
Claudia absolutely loves working as a dentist and working alongside others. Her goal is to help her patients keep as many teeth as possible into their senior years and have a well functioning dentition. Her passion is surgery, but she loves all aspects of dentistry. Her focus is to create a relaxed atmosphere where patients feel comfortable and at ease. She practices conservative dentistry and likes to explain the treatment options to patients so they can make informed decisions about their dental health. She is a skilled dentist across all age groups from young children to seniors.
In her spare time Claudia loves to travel with her husband and two boys. Enjoying the outdoors, skiing and hiking trails throughout NZ.
Dr Stephanie Lee
BDS (Otago)
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Stephanie was born and raised in Auckland before heading down to Otago to complete her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with First Class Honours. She was a Dental and Maxillofacial House Officer at Christchurch hospital for a year before transitioning to private practice. She enjoyed looking after locals at Waiheke island before moving back to the mainland and working in Hobsonville. She loves getting to know her patients and tailoring treatments to suit each individual, and believes education and prevention are key to everyone having healthy and confident smiles for life. Her special interests are in restorative dentistry and managing tooth wear.
Stephanie has a little boy who keeps her busy when she’s not at work, and she loves cooking, reading, hiking and traveling.
Dr Sanika Rangnekar
BDS (Otago)
Sanika is an Otago trained general dentist who has over a decade of experience. She takes an empathetic and unhurried approach to a patient’s dental health with the best long-term outcome in mind. Sanika enjoys all aspects of dentistry. Her current areas of special interest are full mouth rehabilitation, restoring worn and broken teeth, wisdom teeth extractions, and dentures. As a holistic practitioner, her most recent area of growth is in Sleep Dentistry and TMJ issues.
After graduation in 2014, Sanika worked at Christchurch Hospital for two years where she passed her Primary Examinations with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. This time also allowed her to hone her surgical skills. She has been in private practice since and attends high quality dental courses to continuously grow her skills. Sanika takes a thorough approach to her examinations and treatments, utilising high resolution photographs at every step to ensure meticulous work.
Sanika loves spending time with her family, including two children. An avid foodie – she enjoys learning about the science of food, especially from her favourite chef, J Kenji Lopez-Alt and loves cooking for friends and family. She is also a cricket fan, having played at domestic level herself.
Dr Marcela Obst
Originally from Brazil, Marcela graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in 2014 followed by a Master’s degree in Dentistry. She started her career working in public health and providing a wide range of dental care to people with high dental needs. After moving to New Zealand in 2018, Marcela joined The Tooth Company, where she also gained valuable experience in orthodontics.
Marcela has been recertified as a Dental Surgeon in both Australia and New Zealand and she enjoys all aspects of general dentistry as well as surgical procedures. Her special interest lies in cosmetics & restorative dentistry.
Marcela loves to meet people from all walks of life and assist them to achieve healthy and happy smiles. Her goal is to provide comprehensive, precise, and honest dental care and to help patients prevent further dental problems. She is genuinely caring and approachable and takes the time to listen to her patient’s concerns, providing them with the treatment they feel most comfortable with. It is her goal to make dentistry less intimidating by creating a relaxed environment and tailoring every step of the journey to each individual.
Outside of work her hobbies are Yoga and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. In her free time, she enjoys the sunshine at North Shore beaches with friends and family.
Kathryn Fisk
Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) AUT
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Kathryn came over to New Zealand when she was 3 years old. She was born in South Africa
and lived in Swaziland (now known as Eswatini) until she came to New Zealand.
Although she is very much a Kiwi, she has lots of family in South Africa and prior to covid would go back to visit every 2 years or so. Kathryn’s mother and father are both pharmacists, which
led her to working in the pharmaceutical industry after she left school.
Kathryn’s older sister is a Hygienist and was a big influence in her career change to become an Oral Health Therapist.
Kathryn loves to travel; her favorite trip was traveling around America and Europe for three months with two of her best friends. Now that the borders are open, she is itching to tick a few more places off.
When she’s not at work, she spends a lot of her time with family and friends and her little dog Honey. During the summer she spends a lot of her weekends in her favorite place in the Coromandel.
Although she much prefers the heat, she has recently started to learn how to snowboard to make the most out of the New Zealand winters.
Kathryn, also known to us as Kat, loves getting to know her patients, so if you do see her around at the practice feel free to have a chat.
Katy Monk
BBH (Curtin)
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Katy has over 20 years experience in the dental industry working in various roles in both New Zealand and Australia. While she very much enjoyed dental assisting, she decided to further her scope of expertise and graduated with a diploma in Dental Hygiene in 2011. She has since worked as a Hygienist in not only Perth, but also Christchurch and Auckland.
Katy has two boys who are now 3 & 5 years old, which keep her very busy when she’s not working! When she does have spare time, she loves to go on active excursions with her Huntaway X dog, and also enjoys playing various board games with her husband.
Patients comfort and ease is top priority for Katy and she believes that a good patient and clinician relationship is paramount to achieve great treatment results.
Ebony Bowers
BHSc (Oral Health)
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Ebony has moved to Dunedin – all patients that have been seen by Ebony have been transferred to Hillary Barker.
Sarah Clarke
Sarah came to New Zealand two years ago from Ireland and has been with The Tooth Company ever since. In Ireland she worked in an emergency dental clinic as a trainee dental assistant, during that time she gained a lot of valuable skills and a passion for the dental industry.
Sarah enjoys all aspects of dentistry and likes to learn different approaches to procedures from the dentists. She loves working at The Tooth Company as she feels it’s a great place to develop both personally and professionally.
Outside of work, Sarah is an avid sports fan and enjoys watching rugby and Formula 1. She also loves spending time with friends and family.
Joylene Doncaster
With over seven years of experience in the dental industry in both New Zealand and Australia, Joylene returned home to earn a Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) degree from AUT. She has worked in the public sector, providing dental therapy to children from birth to Year 8 with the Auckland Regional Dental Service (Waitemata District Health Board).
Joylene is passionate about improving oral health and well-being through education and high-quality dental care. She believes that knowledge is key to maintaining a healthy smile. Joylene is dedicated to creating a welcoming, comfortable environment for every patient, especially those who feel anxious.
When she’s not saving teeth, Joylene enjoys spending some quality time with her friends and family, hitting pilates, whipping up a cake from time to time, and travelling when she can.
Victoria Arreola
BOH (Otago)
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Victoria graduated at the University of Otago with a bachelor of Science majoring in Psychology in 2012, and a bachelor of Oral Health in 2015. Since graduating she has worked in private practice in Dunedin, as well as tutoring Oral Health students at the Dental School. Moving back up to Auckland had been a welcoming feeling as she is now closer to her family and friends.
Victoria’s main focus at work is to provide a pleasant and comfortable environment for her patients, especially those with a dental phobia. She is passionate about improving oral health wellbeing through education and excellent dental service. Victoria maintains her knowledge and experience by attending professional development lectures and courses. She is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association and the New Zealand Oral Health Association.
Outside of work Victoria enjoys reading, practising water colour painting, improving her culinary skills, and spending time going for walks or being at the beach with her husband and 4month old daughter Ava.
Marjan Taheraslani
DDS
Marjan graduated in 2010 with a DDS (Doctorate of Dental Surgery) in Iran.
She worked as a dentist for 14 years and enjoys all aspects of dentistry.
Recently, she began the Ortho Auxiliary course under the supervision of Dr. Tania and is now working with us as a trainee.
Outside of work, Marjan loves yoga, enjoys walking, and spending time outdoors.
Elyzia Arreola
BOH (Otago)
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Hi my name is Elyzia (pronounced E-lisha), I am a University of Otago graduate. Since becoming a registered Oral Health Therapist in 2018, I have had previous experience in the public health sector working with children from birth to year 8 with the Auckland Regional Dental Services (Waitemata District Heath Board), as well as working in private practice in Manukau practicing hygiene treatments before joining The Tooth Company.
At The Tooth Company, I aim to provide quality hygiene treatments and maintenance, liaise with our Paediatric Specialist to provide routine dental care for children, deliver free dental treatment under the government scheme for secondary school students, and assist our Orthodontic Specialist with many orthodontic treatments.
I strongly believe in ‘prevention is better than cure’ and taking on a holistic approach when treating my patients to get the best possible outcomes. I am always striving to create a comfortable dental environment and influence a positive perspective on dentistry for all my patients.
Outside of dentistry, I thrive within all aspects of fitness and health such as yoga, hiking trails, aerial fitness, and strength training.
I look forward to meeting you 🙂
Hazel Sheppard
Oral Health Therapy (AKL)
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Hazel graduated from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) with a Bachelor of Oral Health. She previously worked as a dental assistant for ten years before deciding to further her education in the industry, attended university and then began practicing as an oral health therapist. She enjoys creating a positive experience for her patients and always focuses on a high standard of patient care.
Outside of work Hazel likes to explore the food Auckland has to offer while keeping fit, reading and travelling when she can.
Katrina Jung
BOH (AKL)
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Hi, My name is Katrina, I am an Oral Health Therapist who is dual trained in Dental Therapy and Dental Hygiene. I graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2018, and have worked as a full time dental therapist at the Waikato District Health Board looking after children and adolescents and also part time working for a private dental practice providing hygiene treatments . One of my strengths would be my delicate hand skills which help me provide gentle care for our patients. I am very passionate about working in the dental industry and continue to strive to provide the most current treatment approaches.
On my days off I enjoy getting out in the fresh air and going fishing with friends. I also have a creative side and enjoy painting, pottery.
Katrina speaks English and Korean
Jasmine Kamboj
Bachelor of Oral Health (Otago)
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Jasmine graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Oral Health degree in 2018 and has since been working in Whangarei with a wide range of patient cases, which allowed her to radically upskill both treatment and management of gum disease.
She understands that being at the dentists can be quite stressful for some people so providing a comfortable experience where patients are able to take charge of their oral health is very important to me. She firmly believes that prevention is the best treatment and likes taking a holistic approach to motivate her patients to achieve good oral health. She really enjoys working with her patients to provide personalised and realistic homecare to positively impact their oral health.
Outside of work she is a huge foodie and enjoys exploring new restaurants and cuisines. Other than eating she also enjoys hiking and travelling!
Jasmine is fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi
Fiona Lu
Bachelor of Oral Health - Otago
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Fiona is an Oral Health Therapist who graduated from the University of Otago, practising hygiene treatments at the Tooth Company. Patient satisfaction and comfort are the main focus for her. Fiona believes pleasant dental visits and effective clinical relationships are fundamental factors for successful treatment outcome.
Fiona speaks English and Mandarin.
Katherine Malan
Katherine immigrated in 2008 from South Africa with her husband and daughter, joining The Tooth Company at the end of 2019
Katherine enjoys interacting with different people and the challenges that each day brings.
With the help of the wonderfully talented Tooth Company team, her main goal, when it comes to patient care, is ensuring that the overall patient experience is smooth and comfortable from start to finish.
Katherine loves the sunshine, and on her days, spending time at home, taking her dog Pepper for walks or curling up on the sofa, coffee in hand, to watch a game of golf.
Winny Pillay
Winny started her dental career as a dental assistant followed by clinical manager in The Tooth Company Eastridge a few years ago. Her experiences, reliable personality and organised manner earned her practice manager role. Her goal is ensuring day to day operations always go smoothly for the patients and the team.
Outside work, Winny enjoys spending time with her 6 year old boy and 11 year old girl. Winny loves music and definitely enjoys being part of the worship team in her local church which her family always serves on Sunday.
Emily Chambers
Emily is usually your first point of contact when you reach The Tooth Company, whether it be over the phone, or in person in the reception area.
She enjoys working with the wonderful and talented team here at Smales Farm and is always happy to assist when it comes to finding a dentist or hygienist that best meets your needs.
During her free time, Emily enjoys being active by spending time outdoors, going for a run, bike ride or walk around the North Shore.
When Emily and her husband are not taking a short trip away, they enjoy spending time with family and friends and cooking delicious meals at home.
Emily looks forward to welcoming you to the practice and assisting you with any queries
Tayla Norris
Tayla has several years experience in the dental industry as a dental assistant and receptionist.
You will find her in surgery, as well as the front desk to assist with all your dental needs. Tayla enjoys that no two days are ever the same.
She has the privilege of working with The Tooth Company’s smallest patients, giving them the best experience possible as they start their dental journey.
In her spare time Tayla loves spending time with friends and family traveling and enjoying different restaurants.
Shaelyn Maihi
Kia Ora, my name is Shaelyn and I joined the team at The Tooth Company Eastridge at the beginning of 2021.
My main focus at work is to provide an environment that makes everyone who walks through our doors feel welcome and comfortable. I am dedicated to helping with every step of your dental visit from scheduling appointments to answering any questions.
When I’m not working I enjoy kapa haka, travelling and playing touch rugby.
Suzy Gilmour
Suzy’s passion has always been holistic health with a focus on patient centered care. Her goal is to make patients feel at ease the moment they walk through the door.
With a degree in human biology and a medical background, she understands the importance of quality healthcare and aims to make this process as seamless and efficient as possible, ensuring patients leave with a smile on their face.
Outside of work she spends her time teaching Thai kickboxing, traveling and working on her Masters degree.
Zoe Harwood
Zoe is a receptionist here at The Tooth Company, Smales Farm.
She loves welcoming all the new faces that come in to visit us in the clinic, as well as getting to know all our regular patients a little better.
On her days off, Zoe enjoys spending time with her family and friends and going on long beach walks with her two dogs.
Elizabeth Phillips
Elizabeth is the Recall Manager for The Tooth Company.
She has worked in the banking sector, public health and education.
Elizabeth is married, Mum to two adult children and has a 4 year old grandson. She also provides support to her elderly mother.
Her interests include kayaking, coaching, K-Dramas, sport and genealogy.
During lockdowns her hobby became Diamond Dotz, completing a Captain America for her grandson
Her goal is to learn Te Reo, travel around NZ, open a martial arts school with her husband, get a dog.
Gill McGregor
Gill emigrated to New Zealand 20 years ago from Scotland . She trained & graduated from Glasgow Dental School and has a huge wealth of experience including hospital , general practice & specialists clinics . She also has Postgraduate qualification in Sedation . Gill loves the Kiwi lifestyle & enjoys walking , doing ballet barre class & being with family .
Katrina Cabato
Katrina joined Tooth Company mid November 2023 as a Dental Assistant. She is a Registered Nurse in the Philippines and have been working as a Caregiver for more than 8 years here in New Zealand. Katrina can speak English, Tagalog and Ilokano (Philippines language and dialect). In her spare time she enjoys spending time with mhery daughter, walking, running and cooking. Believing that everyday is a learning experience and she is grateful for it.
Gabriela Mendess
Gabriela joined the team as a dental assistant with prior experience in the field. She enjoys the fast-paced environment of the clinic and learning more about different dental procedures. She loves interacting with patients and helping them feel comfortable during their visits.
Outside of work, Gabriela creates content for social media, combining her passion for beauty and creativity. She also enjoys staying active, spending time with friends, and discovering new cafes around Auckland.
Cynthia Redden
Cynthia is currently working as a dental assistant alongside a specialist paediatric dentist while studying a Bachelor of Oral Health to become an Oral Health Therapist.
She is passionate about oral health and loves helping people and working with kids. If she’s not working she is studying, at the gym or hanging out with friends.
Erin Malan
Erin joined the team at The Tooth Company shortly after finishing high school. She was trained as a dental assistant and has enjoyed learning about dentistry and picking up new skills.
She loves meeting all the patients who walk through the doors, especially the little kiddies as she can give them stickers and cool sunglasses to wear in the chair.
Erin is currently studying at The University of Auckland where she is completing a Bachelor of Science in Pharmacology and Physiology.
When she isn’t in clinic or studying, she enjoys hanging out with her friends, going to the gym, or watching movies.
When the sun is shining you will find her lazing around at the beach or swimming in the waves.
Eleanor McKibbin
Ellie is a graduate from AUT in Business studies, and having found a passion for the dental industry, is one of our dental assistants.
A kind and caring person, she is always willing to help provide a calm and safe environment to help with your dental needs.
Outside of the practice Ellie can be found walking her dog Baxter on one of the many North Shore beaches.
Erin Hamilton
Erin is currently working as a dental assistant whilst completing her last year of Bachelor of Oral Health at AUT University.
Whilst studying Erin have been lucky enough to assist our paediatric dentist Caitlin treating our Tooth Co Kids patients!
When not at work she is usually at the beach or off on a hike!
Sabi Javaid
Sabi has an overseas dental background and thrives in the clinical environment.
She has been working at The Tooth Company as a dental assistant, while pursuing a Bachelors in Oral Health.
She is a mum to two lovely boys and is a North Shore local.
Sabi is an avid reader and loves taking road trips.
Dr Saleem Essop
Saleem was born in South Africa and moved to New Zealand along with his family when he was 8 years old. He graduated from Dental school in 2017 and went on to complete a Bachelor of Science majoring in Anatomy in 2020. In the pursuit of seeking out the latest techniques and implementing them into his daily practice, he has completed clinical training courses in multiple countries including the USA where he holds a practising license and is Board Certified.
He understands that most patients feel anxious and approaches them in a gentle and caring manner. Saleem finds joy in helping his patients overcome their dental fear while providing exceptional care which he prides himself on. He has a keen interest in restorative and preventative dentistry and enjoys having his patients involved in creating personally tailored treatment plans. Apart from fixing teeth and improving smiles, Saleem enjoys rugby, fishing, travelling and sampling local foods.
Hannah Wallis
Hannah is a receptionist here at The Tooth Company, Eastridge. When she is not working she enjoys spending time with friends, baking and cake decorating, and looking after her dog Holly. Hannah looks forward to welcoming you to The Tooth Company Eastridge.
Jacob Hallinan
Hello, my name is Jacob Hallinan and I joined The Tooth Company in 2023.
I love to meet new people and offer my help to anyone I may come across. I am also always happy to have a chat.
On my days off I enjoy exploring Auckland on my motorbike and spending quality time with my family and friends.
Zita Sumich
Zita is a receptionist at The Tooth Company, Eastridge.
Her aim is to make everyone who comes into the clinic feel comfortable and loves welcoming new people in.
She is currently working towards her conjoint Law and Arts degree and in her spare time enjoys being active outside, reading and spending time with friends.
