Our Team

He has continued his postgraduate studies over the years to maintain and advance his dental skills and is a member of a number of professional societies in dentistry.

While providing general dental treatments, he has a special interest in the placement of dental implants and Cerec ceramic restorations, and has had extensive overseas training.

Dr Roger loves unravelling dental problems, the more complicated the better! Whether it be improving the appearance of a smile, long term dental failures, tricky pain diagnosis or dissatisfied clients from other practices; it gives him great professional satisfaction to use his experience to make them happier and healthier than when they walked in! The trick is in trying to understand the person's situation as an individual and not just "filling teeth". He enjoys the challenge of treating adults who are scared of dental treatment and have finally got the courage to do something about it!

On a personal note, he thinks he is a bit of a home handyman (dangerous!), a Sunday cappuccino cyclist, and a family man with two adult children.

She has worked in private practice in both Adelaide and Melbourne.  She has also had involvement in teaching dental students at the Universities of Adelaide and Melbourne.

She has a keen interest in implant dentistry and is a member of the Australian Society of Implant Dentistry.  She also enjoys cosmetic dentistry and improving the appearance of peoples smiles.  Dr Diana regularly attends further education courses to keep up to date with advances in dentistry.

Her aim is to educate and motivate her patients to develop an awareness of their optimal dental health.  She is committed to working with her patients to provide them with life long solutions to their dental health needs.

Dr Diana strives to offer her patients the highest standard of dental care in a relaxed and caring manner.  She will explain all of the treatment options available and help guide her patients to decide on a plan that best suits them.

Dr Diana loves working a with an outstanding, friendly team in a state of the art dental surgery with the latest technology and equipment.

Spending quality time with her family is also very important to her.  She has three children and a dog.  Dr Diana enjoys socializing with her friends and family, gardening and other outdoor activities.

Dr Melisa is an Adelaide graduate who developed her general dental skills in country Victoria and Brisbane before returning to practice Adelaide in 2000. She is as an active member of the ADA and regularly attends professional development forums.

Dr Melisa's consulting days at Dentistry on Unley are Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday and some Saturdays, and she welcomes all new patients.

Outside of dentistry, Dr Melisa is a busy Mum to two active teenage girls, a keen green thumb and enjoys exploring the walking trails of  Adelaide Hills with her husband.

Dr Laura has worked in Tasmania and rural clinics in South Australia and also teaches dental students at Adelaide University. She graduated from the same university and was awarded DUX of the year for her final three years.
 
Dr Laura is a member of the Australian Dental Association and an elected member of the South Australian Graduate Committee. She regularly attends professional development courses to ensure she is up to date with the latest dental advances.
 
When not at work, Dr Laura likes to run, ride her bike, go out with friends and watch the football.

Dr Liesl is a gentle, professional dentist who prides herself on high quality dental care delivered in a way that makes her patients feel comfortable at all times. She loves getting to know and treat all members of the family. She understands attending the dentist can be daunting for many people and she strives to make every appointment a relaxing experience.

She enjoys all aspects of general dental care, especially comprehensive, preventive treatment planning, crown and bridge treatment and placing both plastic and ceramic aesthetic restorations. Dr Liesl strives to ensure her patients have a positive dental experience and always endeavours to help even the most anxious of patients look forward to their dental appointments! She thoroughly explains all treatment options and helps her patients decide on the best course of treatment for themselves and their family.

Dr Liesl grew up in South Australia and graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2011. She has been living and working in Hobart, Tasmania for the past 10 years and has now moved back to Adelaide to be close to family and friends.

Out of work, Dr Liesl enjoys spending time with her husband, daughter and golden retriever. She has a keen interest in gardening and sewing and is looking forward to exploring South Australia again after a decade away from the beautiful state.

Dr Mia subscribes to the age-old wisdom that ‘prevention is key’ and endorses her patients to undergo regular dental examinations and educate them to engage in self-guided dental care.

Dr Mia is a Graduate of the Bachelor of Oral Surgery from James Cook University, Cairns. Prior to settling in Adelaide, Dr Mia was fortunate to have worked in many varied practices: remote areas of Australia with Indigenous communities, in correction centres in Northern Australia, hospital placements in QLD and an international placement in Cambodia.

Dr Mia has devoted a lot of attention into further developing her skills and qualifications. She has attended courses on endodontics, prosthodontics, oral surgery and restorative dentistry in order to provide a broader range of services to her patients.

Dr Mia’s consulting days at Dentistry on Unley are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and she welcomes all new patients. Book a consultation with Dr Mia today to discover how she can help you with your dental needs and expectations to achieve your best dental and aesthetic solution.

Beyond the dentist chair, Dr Mia enjoys spending time with family and friends, outdoor adventures, cooking, skiing and Pilates.

Having developed a passion for dentistry at a young age, Lauren begun dental nursing at 16 during high school and continued for five years throughout her tertiary studies. Lauren is a graduate of the Bachelor of Oral Health program at the University of Adelaide, receiving the Dental Hygiene Association and Golden Scaler awards for excelling in the course. In her final year she was selected to travel to Vietnam on a volunteer scholarship to provide dental care to underprivileged children.

Outside of work Lauren enjoys cooking, travel, music and time spent with friends and family.

Sue has over 30 years experience in the dental field. This has included many years of dental assisting, reception and practice management duties. During her years as a Dental Assistant she has at times volunteered her services to the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which provided dentistry to outback communities in S.A.

Sue has given educational group talks to preschool children in regards to dental care, and has volunteered her services many times at the Royal Adelaide Show in promoting oral health. With Sue’s extensive knowledge and commitment to dentistry she has fulfilled her ambition by continuing studies to graduate as a Dental Hygienist. On completion of her degree Sue was awarded the Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler award for demonstrating excellence in skills and patient care.

Sue is a member of the Dental Hygiene Association of Australia (S.A. Branch), and continues to attend professional development seminars to expand her knowledge and skills.

Born and raised in Adelaide, Sue is married with 2 children. Her spare time is often spent sewing, bike riding and walking with her husband and her 2 Blue Heeler dogs.

With her gentle, caring, and professional manner Katherine has worked in the dental industry for over 30years, working in both general dentistry and specialist Orthodontics. Katherine completed her Diploma of Dental Hygiene in 2000 and was awarded the Dental Hygienist Association SA student award and faculty student of the year award. With a past in dental nursing, this enabled Katherine the skills to develop a genuine passion in both patient care and the investment into their treatment.

Katherine enjoys attending continuous education courses and conferences to expand her knowledge and keep up to date with the most current oral hygiene information and any advances in her field.

Outside of work Katherine loves to spend time with her family and friends. She believes that a good diet and exercise through Pilates and walking is very important to maintain good health and fitness

Adele is known for her attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills. Adele takes great pride in the service that her team at Dentistry on Unley delivers on a daily basis and loves building relationships with our patients.

Outside of work Adele enjoys a healthy lifestyle, going to the gym and spending quality time with her fiancé and 2 beautiful children.