Our gentle dentists and therapists

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  Dr. Liam enjoys all areas of general dentistry.  His main interests are implant and cosmetic dentistry including the use of clear aligner therapy (Invisalign) to straighten teeth because he loves helping patients achieve healthy, beautiful and functional smiles

He strives to create a comfortable environment for patients so they can enjoy a positive dental experience. He prides himself on his thorough and ethical approach to dental care and treats every patient as if they are a family member. Liam likes to take time to discuss all available treatment options to enable patients choose the best treatment for their specific needs. 

Dr. Liam qualified with honours from Trinity College Dublin in 2011. After graduation he was invited by Dublin Dental Hospital to work as a house officer where he treated patients with complex dental conditions and gained important experience in the emergency department. In 2012 he moved to Australia and commenced working in private practice.  

Dr. Liam has received many awards in recognition of his work and has presented cases internationally. He enjoys keeping up with the modern dental treatments by attending several courses both in Australia and abroad every year.

Outside of work Liam is an avid sports fan and enjoys triathlons, soccer and golf. He loves spending time with his partner, family and friends, playing piano and travelling.

 One of the many reasons why Dr Anna Sheehan loves being a dentist is the opportunity to meet new people every day. She adores seeing patients gain back their confidence & seeing them love their healthy smiles, especially if it was something they might have been hiding for a while.

Dr Anna enjoys all aspects of dentistry, aiming to make each and every experience in the dental chair an enjoyable one for all ages. She has a keen interest in minimally invasive aesthetic dentistry and prides herself in her friendly chair-side manner. 

In July 2019 Dr Anna travelled to Nepal, volunteering as part of a dental outreach programme carrying out preventive, restorative and oral care to a rural community which had very limited to no access to dental care. 

A graduate of the Dental School at University College Cork in her native Ireland, Anna is passionate about lifelong learning. She enjoys keeping up to date with new developments & evidence in dentistry by attending courses & she has completed further post graduate examinations to become a member of the faculty of dentistry in the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland. Outside of work her other passion in life is music. A keen musician she enjoys teaching and performing the Irish harp & piano. In May 2022 she ran her first marathon and hopes to do another one on Sydney soil someday.  

  Dr. Colm is a caring and empathetic person who loves being a dentist. He particularly enjoys treating nervous patients because he believes that everybody should have a positive experience when visiting the dentist. He is passionate about creating a non-judgmental environment where patients can relax and feel they are in control.

His goal is to make it easy for people to decide on what treatment is affordable and best for them. Colm loves helping patients understand what’s happening in their mouth to prevent bigger problems before they begin.  

Dr Colm moved to Australia in 2011 and has lived in Sydney's Inner West since 2015. Since graduation in 2006 from Trinity College Dublin, he has improved his skills through regular courses and keeping up to date with new developments and techniques in dental care.  Dr Colm regularly attends courses in Australia, in Europe and in the United States where he has studied at the prestigious Global Institute for Dental Education. His special interests include wisdom teeth removal and protecting teeth with natural-looking crowns.

When he is not creating beautiful smiles, Dr Colm loves spending time with his wife, daughter and dog. He also has a keen interest in reading, travelling and personal fitness.

  Dr Tania is committed to creating a calm, inviting environment for her patients, allowing them to feel welcome and at ease. She ensures her patients have an understanding of their oral health and receive superior care with prevention at the forefront.

Dr Tania graduated from her Bachelor of Dentistry in 2005 from the University of Sydney. She has 17 years of extensive general dentistry experience gained through professional continuing education and close collaboration with specialists. Her focus throughout these years has primarily been improving her patients smile and confidence through Aligner Therapy, such as Invisalign and providing complex care with vast experience in areas such as Oral Surgery including wisdom teeth removal and implant placement. 

Following rigorous examination in 2021, Dr Tania become a Fellow, the highest academic level of achievement of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. Induction into the College demonstrates her high level of clinical proficiency and significant depth of scientific knowledge with a commitment to maintaining high ethical standards.

When not caring for her patients, Dr Tania loves spending time with her young family and friends.  She regularly visits family in Italy, harnessing her cooking skills and enjoys reading.  Dr Tania likes keeping fit while having fun and has most recently has taken up Muay Thai!

  Dr Lawrence is passionate about providing pleasant and enjoyable experiences for his patients. He was very lucky to have a gentle and caring dentist as a child and that is when his dream of becoming a helping people have the same experience began. He strives to provide the same environment for every patient that walks into his treatment room. He gets particular enjoyment from taking the time to help patients understand their oral health, and working together with them to discuss different options and solutions. 

Lawrence graduated from the University of Melbourne, and has worked extensively in public and private practices around Victoria and New South Wales. Through these positions he gained valuable experience in all areas of general dentistry including restoring badly broken teeth, gum treatments, root canal therapy, cosmetics and the safe removal of painful teeth. 

Lawrence's particular area of interest is restorative dentistry and oral surgery (wisdom teeth removal and dental implants) and frequently attends courses in Australia and Internationally to stay up to date with the latest techniques and technologies, to provide the best possible treatments for his patients. 

Outside of the clinic, Lawrence loves the outdoors and you'll either find him at Maroubra surfing or on a golf course somewhere. 

  Dr Mia Zhang is a warm and compassionate dentist. She understands that dental visits can be daunting, so she tries her best to ensure her patients’ visits are as pleasant as possible.

“What sunshine is to flowers, smiles are to humanity.” 

Dr Mia’s mission is to safely assist people in achieving the healthy and sustainable smile that they deserve. She is delighted to have found a practice where her passion and values align.

Mia graduated from the Adelaide Dental School with First Class Honours, the Executive Dean’s Certificate of Merit and the Australian Prosthodontics Society Prize.

With a firm belief in the importance of multidisciplinary dentistry and a commitment to delivering quality patient care, Mia has accumulated extensive experience in all aspects of general dentistry and regularly engages in further education through courses, conferences, and study clubs.

Moreover, she is involved in research, with her work published in the Australian Dental Journal.

Beyond her professional life, she enjoys exploring Sydney's scenic coastlines and diverse eateries. She also cherishes time with her family and enjoys the company of her beloved ragdoll cat.

 Dr John Rosa is a third generation dentist and his wife is also a dentist. Dentistry most certainly runs in his blood! His calm demeanour and outstanding skills enable him to provide his patients with excellent orthodontic care.

Dr John completed his Bachelor of Dentistry and orthodontic training in Brazil. He has a Masters in Orthodontic Research and was a Professor in Orthodontics at the University of Extremo Sul Catarinense. 

​He moved to Sydney in 2015 and became an ADC certified dentist in Australia. He also works as a lecturer in orthodontics.

​Outside of dentistry, Dr John is a Judo black belt and enjoys playing and watching soccer.

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• Bachelor of Dentistry ( Brazil)
• Orthodontics Specialisation Program (Brazil)
• Master by Research (Brazil)
• Professor of Orthodontics (UNESC, Brazil)
• ADC Certified Dentist
• GradDip Ortho (City of London Dental School, UK)
• MSc Dentofacial Orthodontics (Bolton University, UK)

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• Language Spoken: English, Portuguese

Noor is our friendly and dedicated Oral Health Therapist  with more than three years of experience in the field. Noor’s passion for providing dental care has taken her to various rural and regional areas, where she has made a significant impact on communities in need.

Known for her great sense of humour and her ability to work with both kids and adults, Noor has a special talent for making patients feel comfortable and at ease during their dental visits. Her warm and caring approach helps create a relaxed environment, ensuring a positive experience for everyone.

Building strong relationships with patients is a top priority for Noor. She believes that effective communication and attention to detail are the keys to understanding each patient's unique needs and providing tailored care.

With Noor, you can expect a dental therapist who is dedicated to creating beautiful, healthy smiles. Her commitment to exceptional care and patient comfort sets her apart in the field.

In her downtime, Noor enjoys travelling, staying active and spending quality time with her loved ones, including her adorable cat Lulu.’

  Pat is an Oral Health Therapist with over ten years of experience. He is passionate about providing high quality dental care with optimism, patience and kindness. 

After always having a positive experience at the dentist growing up, Pat’s main influence to become an Oral Health Therapist was to also create these positive dental experiences for all his patients from his fun-loving attitude to his gentle approach to treatment.

Since graduating with a Bachelor of Oral Health in 2009, Patrick has worked at a range of private practices across Sydney. He has completed several continuing professional development courses including diet and nutrition, maxillofacial growth, and orthodontics.  In 2019 he travelled to the remote village of Leh, Northern India, as a dental clinic volunteer for local adults and children. 

Patrick is also currently working as a clinical educator for first and third year Bachelor of Oral Health students at the University of Sydney. 

An inner west local with a love of cooking (delicious vegetarian recipes) and exercise, Patrick is also a qualified yoga teacher who enjoys teaching and practicing yoga in his spare time. Namaste!

  Katarina is an Oral Health Therapist   

who believes in personalised care. She empowers her patients to take their dental health into their own hands. Her goal is to create a strong partnership between the dental practitioner and the patient (you!) in order to maintain good oral health in the long term. 

As a formerly anxious patient herself, Katarina especially appreciates seeing patients who feel nervous about coming to the dentist and helping them find a pathway to the comfortable dental appointments. She believes that good oral health starts with a positive experience and a caring practitioner. 

Katarina graduated from The University of Sydney in 2018 however she has been in the dental field for over 10 years. She has experience with complex treatment planning and procedures for children, working alongside orthodontic specialists, treatment coordination with a maxillofacial surgeons and great results with gum disease treatment. Because of her experience, Katarina believes in prevention, with the aim of continual health. On her days off, you may see Katarina in a yoga class or snorkelling at Gordon's Bay - yes, even in winter!

  Elisha is an Oral Health Therapist who has been passionate about dentistry since young. After many positive experiences with the dentist in primary school, his interest was sparked in dentistry. He loves to treat people of any age and is interested in building rapport, creating positive experiences, and seeing improvement in all his patients.
Since graduating in 2016 with a Bachelor of Oral Health from the University of Melbourne, Elisha has continued expanding his knowledge of dentistry through courses and webinars, and most recently moved to Sydney in 2022 to become a dentist. He is currently studying Dentistry at the University of Sydney and is looking forward to graduating in the next couple of years.
Outside of work, Elisha is a massive foodie and will have a lot to talk about if you ask him about where he likes to eat, although he also enjoys exploring landscapes, badminton, reading, and cooking.

   Kellie joined the DentalCare team in early 2023 and quickly became very popular with our patients.  Her passion is to help patients understand and take control of their own oral health by taking the time to explain things in a simple manner. 

She likes to perform gentle dentistry for patients and she prides herself in listening to her patients’ needs to find the right oral health plan designed to suit you.

Kellie arrived in Sydney in 2018 and is a proud Inner Westie. She first began her dental career in Ireland over eight years ago after studying dental nursing. Later she furthered her education to study a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy at the University of Newcastle. She works alongside the rest of the team to provide a high standard of optimal care for all our patients.

Kellie enjoys daily mindfulness practices, hanging out with friends and keeping fit at the gym.