Our team
We invite you to learn more about our team of dedicated professionals who endeavour to ensure that your visit to Chatswood Dental Associated is as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
Information from our principle dentists:
Principal Dentists
Dr. Poe Lim - I graduated with BDS (Hons) from Sydney University in 1990, and practiced in Cowra (in the Central Tablelands of NSW) for over 8 years.
I returned to Sydney in 1999 as my fiancée (now wife) started doctoral studies at University of New South Wales (which, as I regularly remind her, have yet to submit her thesis), and purchased Dr Frank Harding’s surgery as he had decided to retire.
I know how nervous people are about coming to the dentist, so I have decided to offer laser assisted dentistry with a Kavo KEY Laser 3, currently the only dental laser that detects and only removes decay, leaving healthy tooth. The Laser, in some cases, may reduce or eliminate the need for injections and drills for fillings.
As many of my patients hate dentures, as of late 2007 I have been placing implants for my patients, and completed my Implant Surgical Level 2 (Level 2 Mentor Program) with Nobel Biocare in November 2008, and have also completed the Advance Tissue Management and Implant Porcedures Program with Nobel Biocare.
I have always had an interest in aesthetics (creating attractive smiles) and occlusion (how people bite their teeth together), how that can cause some people to grind (sometimes breaking) their teeth, how that influences the muscles of the head and neck, and the headaches, sore shoulders and neck that can sometime be caused by problems in the occlusion. In practice, I often have patients who complain of such symptoms, and in trying to find out how I may best help them, I discovered the Las Vegas Institute for Advance Dental Studies (LVI), where Neuromuscular Dentistry is taught as part of a wholistic treatment of the mouth, not only helping with the symptoms, but also recreating an attractive smile at the same time. At LVI, I have completed both Mastering Neuromuscular Occlusion and Comprehensive Aesthetic Reconstruction (both level II courses) in early February 2005. I am a member of the Australian Dental Association.
For recreation, I enjoy exploring places less visited, either by four wheel drive, or SCUBA diving. I also like messing around with new gadgets.
Dr. Nirushan Raveendiran - I graduated from Griffith University on the sunny Gold Coast in Queensland in 2009, and just recently moved back to Sydney, my home town, and am loving it. Dentistry is such a wonderful profession, and Sydney is a great place to practice. A visit to the dentist should be as relaxed and as comfortable as possible, and that is something I believe in strongly, and strive to create with every patient, every appointment.
way from dentistry, I am an absolute sports nut, and can immerse myself in any type or kind. Some of my favourites include cricket, rugby, soccer, and recently, gold. I also recently caught the travel bug, and travelled through Central and South America, and hope to see more of the world in future. I'm fortunate to be able to combine my love of sports and travel to experience the 2010 Soccer Wold Cup in South Africa to cheer on the Socceroos.
Dr. Audrey Yau - Dr Yau has left Chatswood Dental Associates for a professional change - being a mother! Congratulations Audrey!
Administrative Staff
Kristin McAndrew - Kristin provides guidance and direction to the team at Chatswood Dental Associates. Kristin has completed her Certificate III in Dental Assisting, the Las Vegas Institute Neuromuscular Occlusion course and her Senior First Aid Certificate. She works with the Chatswood Dental Associates team to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
Kristin has completed her Certificate IV in Oral Health Education, and has recently completed the Diploma in Practice Management with the University of New England.
Kristin is constantly improving procedures at Chatswood Dental Associates to ensure excellent care for all our patients.
Dental Hygienists
Justine Medin - Justine completed her Advance Diploma in Oral Health in Adelaide in 2005, Bachelor of Applied Science (1993) and Masters of Nutrition in Dietetics in 1999. She left her career as a dietician in 2002 to become a dental hygienist. She is a Member of the Australian Dental Association and Australian Hygienist Association.
Justine loves working at Chatswood Dental Associates because of its friendly atmosphere, and she is committed to improving the oral health of her patients.
Outside of work, Justine enjoys the gym and music, especially Rock n Roll!
Ranulfo C. Solano - Ranulfo completed his Diploma of Dental Hygiene (Adelaide) in 2004. Ranulfo has previously worked as a Dental Assistant since 1998 where he gained his Certificate 111 in Dental Assisting, Certificate in Dental Radiography and Certificate in Dental Health Education. Ranulfo enjoys working with the team at Chatswood Dental Associates and is looking to further his skills by undertaking further education and training.
Fiona Walker - Fiona has completed her Bachelor of Oral Health at the University of Newcastle and Cert III in Dental Assisting(TAFE-OTEN). She has recently been awarded with “The Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award for excellence in clinical skills. Fiona enjoys working in the friendly and relaxed environment of Chatswood Dental Associates and wishes to undertake further education and training to increase her skills as a Dental Hygienist.
Fiona’s hobbies include competitive sailing, swimming and spending time at the beach.
Dental Assistants
Elysha Bailey - Elysha joined the team at Chatswood Dental Associates towards the end of 2007, and completed her Certificate III in Dental Assisting and her Senior First Aid Certificate in at the end of 2008. Elysha is a qualified beauty therapist with several years experience, so feel free to ask her for tips on looking good!
She enjoys working as part of a team to provide the best quality care for our patients.
Shannell Jarret - Shannell is the newest member of our team. She grew up and lived on the Central Coast where she completed her apprenticeship and became a Qualified Hair Dresser. Shannell is currently studying her certificate III in Dental Assisting at Randwick Tafe.
Shannell still lives on the Central Coast where she enoys spending her spare time relaxing with friends and family, whilst she and her partner are saving for their first dream home!
For your comfort:
Sedation Specialist – Dr. John Vassiliadis – Dr. John Vassiliadis MBBS FACEM, graduated from Sydney University in 1993. He is an Emergency Medicine Specialist at Royal North Shore Hospital and Clinical Lecturer at Sydney University. He is also a senior instructor at the Sydney Simulation Centre. He specialises in Emergency Medicine, sedation, trauma management, trauma ultrasound and toxicology.
Currently he is also a Lieutenant Commander in the Royal Australian Navy Reserves and in 2005 was part of Australia's medical relief force that was sent to Indonesia after the Tsunami.
Dr. Vassiliadis performs conscious sedation at Chatswood Dental Associates.
Having worked with Dr. Vassiliadis on several occasions, we have found him great with our patients; in his capable hands, people who had previously been too afraid of dentistry can sleep through their treatment!