DENTAL AT ATUNE - Key Persons
Dayna completed her first Dental degree as an Oral Health Therapist at Melbourne University. After working for several years in both public and private practices, and extending her scope through valuable continuing education, she decided to take the plunge and go back to study Dentistry.
Dayna completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine at Sydney University, and was awarded the "Martin Halas Prize No 1 for Proficiency and Professionalism in all areas of Clinical Components in the Final year of the Dental Degree".
Her philosophy is that a person's smile is part of their health, to be disease free and confident with their teeth, smile and face. Dayna's passion for making people feel comfortable and looked after emulates through her treatments. She enjoys providing dental care to all ages and educating people to look after their oral health.
Jimmy graduated as a general dentist (B.D.S) Mumbai, India 2002 and then undertook further training in orthodontics in Russia for 2 years. He gained his registration as a general dentist in Australia in 2012.
Jimmy is passionate about cosmetic treatments and braces undergoing regular continuing education courses to stay up to date with the latest in dentistry. He love seeing his patients happy with the amazing smiles Jimmy creates. Jimmy speaks fluent in Russian, Hindi & English and has worked in diverse places including Lismore and Casino in the Northern Rivers of NSW but has now settled at his practices in Lake Haven, Kanwal and Cardiff.
Jimmy has a passion for music and whilst your in his surgery you will definitely hear some of his favourite music. Jimmy has a wonderful wife who is a passionate school teacher and two beautiful children. On the weekends you will find him riding my motorbike, stand up paddle boarding and learning how to fish.
Job Titles:
- Associate Dentist - BOralH ( Dent Sc ) GDipDent
Growing up in Lismore in Northern NSW, Nicolle made the move to the Gold Coast to study at Griffith University, where she graduated with a Graduate Diploma of Dentistry. Nicolle kept herself busy working as a dental assistant for the 5 years whilst she studied, where she got the pleasure of assisting Dr Jimmy.
She had the very challenging but rewarding opportunity to work in Stanthorpe, which is a town located in rural QLD. She was there for 5 months on placement, where she was faced with a diverse range of dental experiences.
Nicolle has a very gentle, caring and calm nature, and strives to make every patient feel at ease in the dental chair. She believes that a trip to the dentist should be a comfortable and positive experience. In her spare time Nicolle enjoys travelling, hitting the slopes and spending time with friends and family
Job Titles:
- Principal Dental Hygienist - BOralHealth ( UON )
Fran was among the first cohort of dental hygienists in NSW to graduate from the University of Newcastle Bachelor of Oral Health degree program in 2007. She offers expertise in her field with a passion for educating children on best Oral hygiene practices at home.Fran has two teenage children and understands the importance to motivate teens to take care of their personal oral hygiene.
Fran works alongside Jimmy in a team that provides full oral health care and more.
Job Titles:
- Oral Health Therapist - Dip DT BOralHealth ( UON ) Ext Scope
Stacey was born & bred in Mudgee. She left the "bush" to pursue her career as an oral health therapist. Stacey is a highly experienced clinician and has been making smiles beautiful for approximately 17 years. She graduated top of her class in Dental therapy with a high distinction average and was presented with the Kathleen Cusack memorial award for recognition of academic achievement. Since graduating Stacey has worked in a variety of rural and remote areas including Dubbo, Mudgee and as far west as Cobar where she participated in the Royal Flying Doctors service.
Stacey is very passionate about Oral Health promotion and she has spent a large proportion of her career servicing disadvantaged children. After settling on the central coast, she has gained valuable experience in specialist periodontal services and general practice.