Dr Phuong Tran has over 15 years of general dental experience. After graduating from the University of Adelaide in 2000, she worked in Mildura for 4 years practicing all aspects of general dentistry on patients of all ages, then she moved back to Adelaide after getting married in 2004.

Dr Alex Dellamalva was born and raised in Adelaide. He graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2011 and has been practicing at Smileco since 2013. Alex enjoys practicing all aspects of general dentistry.

Dr Carl Maddern graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2012. After spending two years in the Barossa Valley, Carl has returned to the city and found a new home in Norwood at Smileco.

Dr Rafael (Raf) graduated with his Bachelor Of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide in 2013. During his practicing career he has enjoyed many diverse working environments that have expanded his skills and now enhance the dental care he offers at Smileco Norwood.

Dr Shayda Mortal has been working for Smileco for a number of years. She has also worked as a clinical supervisor at University of Adelaide Dental School, training students in restorative techniques. Since the time she started here, Shayda has developed a great reputation as a family dentist.

Dr Moataz (known as Taz) has been practicing dentistry for 12 years prior to joining Smileco Dental.
Taz is passionate about providing quality and up-to-date dental care to his patients.

Taz is well known as a humble, easy going guy who can always be seen with a smile on his face. He is always up for a chat and believes thorough communication and a great dental experience are integral for patients

Dr Sharyn Borrett graduated from Bachelor of Oral Health (Adel) in 2005 and worked in private general, a specialist periodontal practice and the South Australian Dental Service (SADS). Sharyn went on to further studies in Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Adel), graduating in 2011. She worked in the SADS Special Needs Unit of the Adelaide Dental Hospital part time for two years, whilst also working in private practice since graduating.

Dr Renu Yadav graduated from Kurukshetra University in India with a Bachelor of Dentistry and practiced dentistry for 4 years before moving to Australia in 2016. Further study was undertaken in Adelaide and now with Smileco a dedication to dentistry has been endorsed with a desire to assist patients in achieving optimal oral health.

Dr Wioletta has close to 10 years of dental experience from Sweden and Australia, where she learned all aspects of conservative and minimally invasive dentistry. With passion for aesthetics and the cosmetic side of dentistry, she continually develops her dental skills and specialises in crown. bridge and veneer design, root canal therapy and dental surgery.

Dr Joshua Zheng grew up dreaming of becoming a dentist since childhood, graduating with BDSc (Hons) from the University of Queensland, Brisbane in 2016. He practices an empathetic and ethical style of dentistry and is enthusiastic about getting to know his patients and helping them enjoy their dental visits as much as he does.

Dr Isabella (Bella) graduated with a Master of Dentistry and Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science from Griffith University, Queensland and has been part of the Smileco team for eight years.

With her patient-centered approach, she aims to make the dental experience a comfortable and positive one, to help her patients feel confident in their smile and oral health. Her passion for general dentistry also drives her to continually enhance her knowledge through regular professional development courses.

Dr Vivian Nguyen was born and raised in Adelaide and graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
She is passionate in helping young and old patients regain confidence with their smile, eliminate dental ache and gum issues, and rebuild confidence in their own dental care.

Vivian believes in providing comprehensive dental treatment where she will listen to her patient’s needs, provide a full range of treatment options and professional guidance to help her patients choose the treatment option that is best suited to their needs.

Dr Hyun Sun Park is our recent addition to the Smileco team. She prefers to be call Dr Sun by her patients which matches her sunny disposition. Sun graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery.

During her time at studying, Sun demonstrated exceptional skill and dedication, earning recognition through several prestigious awards, including the South Australian Dental Service Prize, the Sir Joseph Verco Memorial Prize, and the Australian Dental Association Prize upon graduation. These accolades reflect her commitment to delivering high-quality dental care.

• Dr Jimin studied dentistry and graduated at University of Adelaide in the year of 2015. After graduation, Jimin started her dental career in the Riverland through various local towns including Remark, Berri, Loxton and Waikerie serving the local community for 8 years before she moved back to Adelaide in 2023. Jimin has years of experience in a diverse scope of general dentistry and she finds that the most rewarding aspect in her profession is that she contributes to patients’ general well-being and self-confidence. Jimin has South Korean background, and also lived in Malaysia for years before she migrated to South Australia many years ago.

Dr Cherine Lit graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. Before that she had obtained a BSc in Melbourne. She has had experience in both Metropolitan Adelaide and Country areas in South Australia working for the public sector. She focuses on patient care and delivers dental treatment in a warm and caring manner.

Dr Elaine Yu is a graduate of the University of Adelaide. She graduated on the Dean’s list with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery and achieved a first-class Honor’s degree. She has worked in tertiary hospitals including Monash Medical Centre and Monash Children’s Hospital in Melbourne, and has also worked as the House Dental Surgeon at the Adelaide Dental Hospital and Royal Adelaide Hospital. She is passionate about surgery and is currently undertaking a Doctor of Medicine at the University of Adelaide as part of the journey of becoming an Oral & Maxillofacial Surgeon. Concurrently, she is also completing a Master of Philosophy degree and has sat the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons Primary Dental Science examinations. Elaine believes that dental health is crucial in improving quality of life and loves to provide care that is tailored to the individual.

Dr Jung graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry and has special interest anaesthetic and restorative dentistry. She loves interacting with patients and prioritize to ensure patient satisfaction through a gentle and attentive approach. Jung’s easy-going and understanding nature helps patients to be at ease during their visits. Dr Jung always provide high quality dental care and is constantly attending courses to broaden her skills and stay updated to the latest dental advancements. Her Taiwanese background allows her to be fluent in speaking both Chinese and English.

Dr Brandon Hoe completed a Bachelor in Dental Surgery at Adelaide University and went on to obtain a Graduate Diploma and a Masters in Business Administration.
Brandon’s clinical background as an Adelaide dentist involves working in various regional centres across South Australia including Naracoorte, Bordertown, Victor Harbour and Peterborough.
Dr Hoe has cultivated interest towards orthodontic treatment and is a Diamond accredited provider of Invisalign for many years now and is invited to be a speaker and faculty member of Invisalign APAC .
He is often referred to as a meticulous perfectionist who settles for nothing but the best for his patients and is known for his kind, loving and respectful demeanor.
In her spare time, Brandon is a keen sportsman who loves basketball and tennis.

Jesse joined our team early 2023 after graduating from the Advanced Diploma in Dental Hygiene in 2022. He has a friendly and positive nature and loves to work with patients in providing quality dental hygiene therapy and tailored oral health care. Jesse made the move to Adelaide in 2018 to begin a new journey in the Dental field, starting with Dental Assisting which he worked in for 4 years whilst completing his Dental Hygiene studies. Jesse will ensure your hygiene treatment is conducted in a professional and caring manner encouraging you to return for regular maintenance and help with sustaining your smile.

Jenna Atherton, is an oral health professional with roots in rural Queensland and a passion for creating healthy smiles. Graduating from the University of Adelaide in 2014 with a bachelor’s degree in oral health, Jenna has seamlessly blended her expertise with genuine care. Having worked extensively in both the public and private sectors, Jenna has honed her skills in providing unparalleled quality care to her patients. Her approach centres on prevention, ensuring each patient feels at ease and well-informed throughout their treatment journey.

Wade is a dedicated Dental Hygienist practicing in Adelaide, South Australia. After graduating with an Associate Degree in Applied Science – Dental Hygiene in the United States in 2015, Wade relocated to Adelaide to continue providing exceptional oral health care. With a focus on patient-centric approach, Wade emphasizes comfort and professionalism in every interaction, ensuring a positive experience for all patients.

Working in the dental industry since 2015 as a dental assistant Anna pursued her passion and completed an Advanced Diploma in Oral  Health. Anna enjoys the opportunity that being a hygienist provides to educate patients on their oral health status and providing tailored treatment in an environment where patient comfort is a focus. “It is my goal to build rapport with each of my patients so that attendance of regular dental visits is not a stressful experience.”

Brittani began her dental career as a Dental Assistant in 2020. She later moved to Adelaide to pursue her passion for preventive dentistry, earning an Advanced Diploma of Oral Health.
With a warm and positive approach, Brittani is dedicated to patient-centered care, providing tailored education to help individuals achieve and maintain optimal oral health. She prioritizes comfort, trust, and strong patient relationships, believing that “a stress- and fear-free environment where patients want to attend is the ultimate goal.”