NEWMARKET FAMILY DENTAL CARE - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Member of the New Zealand Dental Association
After graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Otago University in 1992, Carolyn gained valuable clinical experience in practices in both Queenstown and Auckland. In 1995 she established a practice in Mount Eden, Auckland, followed by Newmarket Family Dental Care in April 2013.
Carolyn has always been passionate about continuing her dental education and furthering her knowledge in health and well-being. She enjoys travelling when she can, in order to gain both local and international knowledge, techniques and skills to further her expertise and to keep her at the forefront of her industry.
In 1999 she returned to Otago University to begin studying towards her Post-Graduate Diploma in Periodontal disease. She was awarded the diploma with distinction for her performance, and for the following years she continued to work on her clinical skills in minimal intervention dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, crown and bridge work, implant dentistry, root canal treatment and techniques for paediatric dentistry. She also has interests in Longevity Health Education and Preventative Healthcare.
Carolyn is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association, Auckland Dental Association, New Zealand Association for Minimal Intervention Dentistry, New Zealand Endodontic Society and New Zealand Periodontic Society.
Job Titles:
- Member of the New Zealand Dental Association
Celene graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Distinction) from the University of Otago in 2018. She spent three years working at a busy Hamilton practice, before moving to Auckland and joining the team at Newmarket Family Dental Care.
Easily approachable with a bubbly personality, Celene also has a great sense of humour. She is passionate about creating an enjoyable and comfortable experience for her patients, while delivering well informed, exceptional treatments. Celene encourages open communication with her patients to create personalised treatment plans specific to their needs and requirements. Through ongoing patient education and encouragement, Celene takes pride in helping her patients to regain confidence in managing their own oral health outside of the dentist's chair.
As a passionate artist, Celene spends a large proportion of her weekends in front of a canvas. "I've found similarities in art and dentistry," she describes. "When doing art, I need to be truthful to myself and enjoy what I am creating, and that is how I would like to provide dentistry for my patients."
Celene is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. She regularly attends professional development courses and conferences to build on her clinical knowledge and skill-set.
Rebecca completed her initial medical degree (MBChB) at Otago University and all of her Anaesthetic training in various Auckland hospitals. Rebecca worked at Addenbrookes Hospital in Cambridge, England for a year after completing her training in 2004. Upon her return Rebecca worked as a Specialist Anaesthetist at both Auckland City and Middlemore Hospitals.
Rebecca is an Honorary Senior Clinical Lecturer at the Department of Anaesthesiology at Auckland University and has an interest in Patient Safety, Day Stay Anaesthesia and Local Anaesthetics.
For more information on the services Rebecca provides please visit our Sedation page.
Min-Joo (MJ) graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 2018. With years of practice in Christchurch, she gained valuable experience in all aspects of general dentistry.
In 2023, MJ relocated to Auckland and recently joined the team at Newmarket Family Dental Care. She is passionate about preventative dentistry and strives to foster a welcoming atmosphere where patients feel valued and empowered. MJ is committed to staying updated on the latest techniques and advancement in dentistry to provide the best possible care for her patients.
Outside of work, MJ enjoys playing tennis and exploring the diverse food scene in Auckland. She looks forward to meeting and caring for the patients of Newmarket Family Dental Care.
Dr. 이민주는 2018년에 오타고 치과대학에서 Bachelor of Dental Surgery를 취득한 후 크라이스트처치에서 다양한 일반 치과 실무 경험을 쌓고, 2023년에 오클랜드로 이주하여 Newmarket Family Dental Care 팀에 합류하였습니다.
Sonia will often be your first point of contact when you call the practice at Newmarket Family Dental Care. Having worked for many years in the dental industry both as dental assistant and in the reception area, Sonia will be able to answer most questions you may have so please feel free to discuss any of your dental issues with her.
She has a real passion for helping to improve the dental health of patients and also has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry. Outside of work, Sonia enjoys travel and the joy of experiencing other cultures and lifestyles.