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Dr. Gihini grew up in Brisbane and graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Health Science and a Master of Dentistry from Griffith University. Through her clinical placements, she gained valuable experience, honing her skills and developing a strong passion for providing high-quality dental care. With a gentle and understanding approach, Dr. Gihini is committed to making her patients feel at ease and ensuring a comfortable, stress-free experience. She believes in building strong patient relationships and tailoring treatment plans to meet patients’ unique needs and goals. Dr. to meet patients’ unique needs and goals. Dr. Gihini is passionate about ongoing learning and professional development and has a special interest in preventive dentistry, which emphasises maintaining optimal oral health, as well as cosmetic dentistry, which enhances smiles. She also focuses on managing temporomandibular joint (TMJ) concerns, aiming to improve her patients’ overall oral health and well-being. Outside of dentistry, Dr. Gihini enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring new restaurants, staying active with Pilates and gym workouts, and cherishing moments with her beloved dog. She also loves traveling and discovering new destinations, always seeking fresh experiences and perspectives.

Dr Pokarier graduated in 1987 with an honours degree from the University of Queensland. She began her care for people’s oral health at a dental practice in rural NSW (but she always cheered for the Maroons despite the protests). Her work continued in Brisbane, London, and rural Queensland. In 1996, she joined the Capalaba Dental Surgery and enjoyed working here at the Redlands ever since. Dentistry has had many changes, new techniques and fads over the years. Dr Pokarier likes to keep up with the latest developments but always with a critical eye. Technology and gimmicks aside, she still think the best thing a dentist can offer is having a calm, gentle manner and providing quality care. Although Dr Pokarier is not a specialist in any particular field, she sees herself as a family dentist who understands that we all have a budget. Outside of teeth, Meredith has spent many years sailing at RQYS and on the Brisbane River. She is an animal lover and has one crazy but wonderful English Cocker Spaniel who you will no doubt hear about when you pop in. Meredith loves archaeology and the ancient world as well as natural history. Bit of a nerd too. Dentistry is the one place in life where she gets to be fussy and make all the pieces fit. Dr Pokarier looks forward to seeing you and those you hold dear. Her message for everyone is to floss, brush and watch out of the hidden acids and sugars!

Will graduated from the University of Queensland’s Dental School and is passionate about all aspects of general dentistry. He has a special interest in sleep apnoea and anti-snoring oral appliances and loves working with children. He is a member of the Australian Dental Association Queensland and regularly attends meetings from the Australian Prosthodontic Society Queensland and the Australian Society of Endodontology. He is a also the current vicepresident of the Cadmus Society dental study club. Patients have complimented Will on his professionalism and friendly chair-side manner. Will loves learning about his patients and is passionate about keeping their smiles healthy. When he is not practicing dentistry, Will enjoys spending time with family and friends, playing basketball, and playing his guitar. Will also serves at his local Presbyterian church.