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Dr John graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Sydney in 1987. After serving as a Captain in the Royal Australian Army Dental Corps, he has worked in nearly every conceivable branch, location and type of dentistry. This has included working as a Surgical Assistant to specialist Oral Surgeons for several years. Dr John has held four Senior Governance roles as well, most notably as the National Senior Dental Officer of a large global health service provider. He spent two years as a Lecturer at Griffith University teaching Clinical Dentistry and served on the ACT Dental Board. Areas of interest: · Oral surgery · Fixed prosthodontics · Forensic dentistry John has now settled in Geelong to be near family and friends and his beloved Geelong Cats.

Dr Adrian Carr graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2001. He started his career in Shepparton before joining Geelong Dental Care in 2005, which became GMHBA Dental in 2017, where he has been practicing ever since. Adrian provides all aspects of general dental care with a focus on patient comfort and care. Areas of interest: · General dentistry · Select crowns and implants · Select endodontics Outside of work, Adrian enjoys playing tennis, staying fit, and supporting his kids in their sporting and school activities.

Dr Anna Stokes graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Bristol in the UK in 1995. She worked initially in a general family practice in Somerset, UK until relocating to Geelong at the end of 1999. Anna has since lived and worked in Geelong except for a period as the on-board Dental Officer for three QE2 world cruises. Anna enjoys all areas of dentistry and the continuity of care that general practice provides. She feels privileged to have been able to provide dental care for multiple generations of families in Geelong. Areas of interest: · Family and general dentistry · Complex dentistry (including implant restoration) · Cosmetic dentistry When not at work Anna loves travelling and spending time with family and friends.

Dr Shilpa Dhawan graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Chaudhary Charan Singh (CCS) University in India in 2013 and passed the Australian Dental Council exam in 2021. Dr Shilpa has worked in Tasmania and across Melbourne before joining GMHBA. Supporting patients to manage their dental anxiety is her top priority. Dr Shilpa is dedicated to delivering exceptional dental care with a holistic approach. Areas of interest: · Root canals · Restorative procedures · Whitening in chair · Children’s oral health Outside of work, Shilpa enjoys traveling and yoga.

Dr Thiago Rossi Da Silva graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical Science from King’s College London in 2012 and a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Plymouth in 2016. He began his career as a general dental practitioner in the UK before relocating to Australia in 2019, where he has since practiced with GMHBA. Thiago is passionate about prevention and minimally invasive dentistry. Areas of interest: · Restorative procedures · Implant restoration · Preventive dentistry Thiago loves exploring, staying active, traveling, experiencing new cultures and creating with fibre crafts. Thiago speaks English, Portuguese and Spanish.

Dr Vianna Neal graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Distinction from James Cook University, Cairns. She is passionate about ensuring patients feel comfortable and well-informed. Vianna is attentive and provides comprehensive dental treatment with a gentle and caring touch. Areas of interest: · General dentistry · Restorative dentistry · Paediatric dentistry In her spare time, Vianna loves spending time with her family and immersing herself in music and the arts.

Dr Yoonjae Choi graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from James Cook University. He enjoys practicing all aspects of dentistry and is passionate about enabling patients to preserve their natural teeth. His calm, easy-going nature helps anxious patients feel more comfortable and relaxed. Areas of interest: · Preventive dentistry · Restorative dentistry Outside of work, Dr Choi enjoys running, rock climbing, and playing guitar and piano. Yoonjae speaks English and Korean.