Dentists

Dr Elvira Bonanno

Dr Elvira Bonanno graduated from Charles Sturt University in 2014. During her placements she treated patients around rural NSW including Dubbo, Bathurst, Wagga Wagga, Orange and isolated towns as part of the Royal Flying Doctors Service. This experience set strong foundations. She has now settled as a private dentist in Sydney and surrounds. Her previous studies at Sydney University included a Bachelor of Science and a Masters of Teaching.

Dr Bonanno is known to have an excellent rapport with all age groups she works with. She is interested in all aspects of general dentistry and is keen to develop further skills in endodontics and orthodontics.

Dr Bonanno's first passion in life is being a dentist, but she has a few other interests. They include food (tasting all cuisines), visiting markets, photography, getting out to explore the outdoors and animals (and has been known to befriend any dog walking down the street).

Dr Erandi Jayakody

Dr Erandi Jayakody is a friendly and accomplished dentist. She has a deep understanding of the expectations and high quality that patients desire when it comes to dental health. She believes in transparency and honesty while continually providing a gentle, warm and understanding experience for all her patients.

Completing a Bachelor of Oral Health at Sydney University in 2007, she went on to spend many years in public and private practice. She opted to further her education at the University of Sydney and completed a Bachelor of Dentistry in 2014.

Prior to joining Bupa Dental Narellan, Dr Jayakody has worked at a number of practices within metro Sydney and rural NSW, as well as at Westmead Hospital and Sydney Dental. Dr Jayakody has a passion for and personal commitment to continuing education and service.

Dr Ashley Broughton

Dr Ashley Broughton has been working in the Dental Profession Since 2010. He has a Bachelor of Dental Science from Charles Sturt University but began as a Dental Technician with a Diploma of Dental Technology. He began his career at Westmead Centre for Oral Health where he developed his skills and with rotations in Paediatrics, Emergency Acute Care, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery and General Practice.

Dr Broughton has interests in all things sport, he is originally from Adelaide but has found that life in the big city of Sydney has become his new home and he enjoys getting to see all the beautiful sites that Sydney has to offer.

Oral Health Therapists & Hygienists

Caroline Mullen

Kicking off her career as a dental assistant in a busy Sydney clinic, Caroline Mullen has been providing oral health care for over a decade. Now a qualified oral health therapist, Caroline is a crucial member of our team.

Caroline largely focuses on preventive treatment, especially in regard to gum health. She’s especially interested in caring for kids and helping them learn the importance of ongoing oral hygiene habits.

Caroline is also a mum to three girls so, when she’s not in the clinic, you’ll often find her spending time with her family. She also enjoys netball, soccer and reading.

Marion Williamson

Marion Williamson completed her studies at the University of Sydney, going on to become an oral health therapist and orthodontic hygienist.

Marion is especially focused on preventive care for both adults and kids. She believes an important part of maintaining good oral health is proper patient education, including education for parents about their children’s hygiene and dental health. She’s also experienced in taking care of people’s oral health while they’re undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Marion is equally passionate about a different type of canine – she loves dogs and believes strongly in dog rescue. So when she’s not at our clinic, Marion is usually off teaching pilates classes or caring for pups.

Phoenix Bliesner

Phoenix grew up in Brisbane and graduated from the Central Queensland University with a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy. She started her dental career as a Dental Assistant and then became an Oral Health Therapist.

Phoenix is passionate about helping patients experiencing dental anxiety Her other interests include restorative dentistry, paediatrics and aesthetics. Phoenix is a kind and approachable therapist, who aims to make her patients’ dental visits as comfortable as possible.

On a personal note, Phoenix moved to the local area in 2018 with her husband and daughter and has fallen in love with the area. In her spare time Phoenix enjoys reading, traveling to new and interesting places, eating good food and spending time with her daughter and husband.

Phoenix is registered with the Australian Dental Association (ADA) and the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA), The Australian Dental and Oral Health Therapist Association (ADOHTA) and The Dental Hygienists Association of Australia (DHAA).

Kylie Sarkis

Kylie has been an Oral Health Therapist since 2008. She has an absolute passion for oral health and prevention of dental problems, with patient comfort as her main priority. With experience in both public and private dental health, Kylie has the confidence to treat both children and adults.

Currently, Kylie also works in an orthodontic clinic, as a tutor at Sydney University, and is busy caring for her young family.

Sally Leonard

Sally completed her Advanced Diploma of Oral Health (Dental Hygiene) in South Australia in 2001.

Sally has been a member of the Dental Hygienist’s Association Inc. NSW Branch (DHAA NSW) since 2001. She is a member of the International Federation of Dental Hygienists (IDFDH), and the Australian Society of Periodontology (ASP).

Sally subscribes to many dental publications to help remain informed of the current best practices. She attends regular continuing education courses to help keep her skills up-to-date.

Sally is registered with the Australian Dental Association (ADA) and the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA).

She has been working as a Dental Hygienist in private practice since 2001.

Sally is committed to providing a gentle and individualised approach to her patient care. She is very passionate about helping patients maintain their overall oral health, and has a particular interest in the management of periodontal disease.

Sally enjoys spending her spare time with her family and friends.