Meet Our Team
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Dr Vyla Ellis
Dentist
Keith & Bordertown
10 years service
Dr Ellis graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2010. She is a Bordertown local and began consulting in Keith in 2011. Vyla is committed to staying up to date with the latest advances to provide you with the best care for your smile. She has completed extensive training in clear aligners and ceramic restorations. She enjoys utilising the latest technology to provide her patients with the best possible outcome. In her down time you will find her playing with our therapy dog Queenie or attending the latest musical, opera or ballet.
Vyla is passionate about health and education and is a director of St Ann’s College. In 2020 she was a named in InDaily's 40 under 40 in recognition of the innovation and technology utilised in our practices.
Dr Ab Dhillon
Dentist
Naracoorte
5 years service
Dr Dhillon graduated from James Cook University in Townsville with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. He is no stranger to this corner of the world having lived in Nhill for 3 years during high school. He is a gentle dentist and very personable. Dr Dhillon is trained in a wide range of treatments and is constantly updating his skills. He has a special interest in dental implants and cosmetic dentistry. In his down time he enjoys swimming and training his labrador, Zeus. We are delighted to have Dr Dhillon lead our Naracoorte clinic.
Dr Bree Zaccardo
Dentist
Bordertown
Bree graduated from The University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2020 and was a recipient of the Dean's commendation award. Having grown up in Mount Gambier Bree has dedicated herself to improving the health of rural South Australians. She provides a broad range of general dental treatment and has completed additional training in root canal therapy and extractions. Bree is extremely personable, jovial and up for a laugh. She is an active member of the Australian Dental Association sitting on the recent graduates board. On weekends you will find her attending the latest musical production or gaming. Bree is extremely personable and focused on helping you improve your dental health.
Karina Egel
Oral Health Therapist with Adult Scope
Keith & Bordertown
5 years service
Karina graduated from The University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Oral Health in 2009 and completed a Graduate Certificate in Oral Health Science in 2018. She has spent her career working in dental clinics throughout country South Australia. Karina is excellent with children and when it comes to working with kids she is our most experienced practitioner. She is able to complete check-ups, fillings and extractions for children of all ages. Karina is also skilled in placing fillings in adults. In her downtime Karina loves being out in her garden or whipping up some baked treats. She is passionate about improving oral health and helping you control and prevent dental disease.
Tina Tsui
Oral Health Therapist
Bordertown & Naracoorte
Tina graduated from the University of South Australia with a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy in 2017. She has a special interest in children's dentistry and advanced gum disease treatment for which she has completed extensive additional training. Tina is skilled in completing check-ups, fillings and extractions for children as well as hygiene and preventive care for adults. Outside of work Tina can be found baking, learning electric guitar or trying her hand at photography.
Jen Pengelly
Oral Health Therapist
Bordertown
Jen graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health from Adelaide University in 2010. She thoroughly enjoys working with children and their families to achieve excellent oral health outcomes and confidence in the dental setting through creating a fun and welcoming environment for patients of all ages. Jen is very experienced and highly skilled at treating children. She also provides dental hygiene appointments and preventive care for adults. Outside of work Jen enjoys spending time with her young family, baking and watching rom coms.
Chris McMurray
Dental Hygienist
Keith
25 years service
Chris joined the practice in 1989 as a dental assistant and soon identified the need for a local hygienist. Chris completed an Associate Diploma in Dental Hygiene at Gilles Plains College of TAFE in 1994 and has been providing hygiene services to our patients ever since. Chris is very gentle and is dedicated to excellent oral hygiene and preventive care. Chris is committed to gaining the most up-to-date knowledge in dental care. Chris helps patients maintain their dental health throughout their lives from teaching children to care for their teeth through to visiting the elderly in residential care.
Tania De Barro
Practice Manager
10 years service
Candice Austin
Front Office Coordinator
5 years service
Janice Horne
Front Office Coordinator
5 years service
Tilly Hamilton
Clinical Coordinator
Dental Assisting Certificate III
Studying an Advanced Diploma of Oral Health
Maddi McFarlane
Dental Assistant
Dental Assisting Certificate III
Studying Certificate IV
Reanna Metcalf
Dental Assistant
Dental Assisting Certificate III
Sabrina Dickenson
Dental Assistant
Aztec Coff
Front Office Coordinator
Queenie
Therapy Dog
Advanced Behavioural Training Level 4 and Community Canine Test
Jade Schneider
Dental Assistant
Danielle Amos
Front Office Coordinator & Dental Assistant
Michaela Elford
Dental Assistant
