Dentists

Dr Jonathan Chu

Originally from Hong Kong, Dr Jonathan Chu grew up in New Zealand. It is in New Zealand where Jonathan went to dental school graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Honours from the University of Otago in 2016. After graduation, Jonathan worked as a House Officer for the Department of Dental and Oral Maxillofacial Surgery in Dunedin Public Hospital and the University of Otago School of Dentistry from 2017-2018. Jonathan is a member of the New Zealand dental association (NZDA) and Australian dental association (ADA).

Throughout Jonathan’s time working in the Hospital and private practices, he has developed a special interest in restorative dentistry, root canal therapy and oral surgery including surgical extractions of impacted wisdom teeth. Jonathan chose to work in dentistry as, throughout his childhood, he had always had a passion for sculpture and modelling. As he was finishing school, Jonathan developed an interest in the medical sciences and wanted to pursue a career which enabled him to help and to improve the lives of others. Dentistry enabled him to pursue this by combining his interests and passion to serve the community. Jonathan’s favourite part about working in the dental industry is he firmly believes that being able to smile confidently makes a huge difference in someone’s life and self-confidence. Working in the dental field enables Jonathan to directly make a difference in people’s lives by creating and maintaining the best smile for every patient. Jonathan is a firm believer in prevention of dental disease. He believes that education is key in patient care. Helping the patient to understand the process of decay, modes of intervention and preventative measures are vital goals towards a healthy and beautiful smile.

In his spare time, Jonathan is an avid musician and enjoy playing the piano and clarinet. Outside of work, Jonathan likes spending his spare time in the kitchen and trying new recipes and keeping his family and friends well fed. Additionally, Jonathan loves travelling and discovering new places. He has a keen interest in volunteer work, regularly going overseas to provide dental services to rural villages in Thailand, Cambodia, and Vanuatu.

Dr Tharani Kamalasuriya

Dr Tharani Kamalasuriya graduated from the University of Sydney in 2018 with Doctor of Dental Medicine. She is a member of the ADA and ADA NSW. Tharani is passionate about/interested in restorative dentistry and minor oral surgery and she has a caring and informative approach to every patient. Tharani wanted to be in the healthcare field from a young age due to having family members in the field.

Tharani chose dentistry because of the difference you can make in someone’s life while still having a good work-life balance. She is passionate about caring for people and really understanding a person in order to provide holistic dental care. Tharani’s favourite part of working in the dental industry is being able to interact with and provide treatment to people from all walks of life. She also enjoys being able to combine the science and art in dentistry in order to achieve a patient’s goal. She is passionate about integrating the care of the patient’s mouth and smile with their general wellbeing.

In her spare time, Tharani likes to catch up with her friends and enjoys reading. Outside of work, you’ll find Tharani staying active and going to the gym.

Dr Yalda Shams

Dr Yalda Shams graduated with a Doctor of Dental Surgery in 2005. Before moving to Australia, she worked for seven years as a general dentist in her home country, Iran. She was registered as a general dentist in Australia in 2017 and since then, she has been working in private clinics in Sydney.

With over 10 years’ experience, Yalda enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, with special interests in direct restorations (filings), root canal, crown, bridge and denture. She is also passionate about preventative dental care and is a strong believer in the impact of oral health on general wellbeing. Yalda is a diligent dentist with a gentle and caring approach. She prides herself on listening to her patients’ needs and providing dental treatment in a relaxed and caring manner. Having grown up with people conscious of their smiles and nervous about dental visits, Yalda became inspired to help people overcome their dental anxiety and help them achieve a bright smile. Her favourite part about being a dentist is interacting with people on a daily basis and providing a positive experience for them while addressing their dental concerns. By having a gentle and empathic approach, Yalda aims to make dental visits as comfortable as possible for all her patients.

In her leisure time, Yalda enjoys cooking and goes bushwalking with her husband. She is also an avid reader and enjoys reading whenever she has a spare moment.

Dr Elnaz Bayat

Dr Elnaz Bayat received her Doctor of Dental Science from Azad University of Tehran in 2012. After a few years practising general dentistry in Iran, Elnaz made the move to Australia in 2016, receiving her ADC (Australian Dental Council) qualification in 2017.

Elnaz wanted to work in dentistry due to its interactive and hands-on nature, and her attention to detail had led her to take a special interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry. As a dentist Dr Bayat particularly enjoys the opportunity to meet new people, build trusting relationships and provide patient-focused care. Her aim is to help patients understand the importance of good oral health. She is committed to continued education so that she can offer the best possible level of care.

Outside of work, you’ll find Elnaz playing tennis, cycling, practising yoga and spending time with family and friends.

Dr Pooja Shah

Dr Pooja Shah was born and raised in Sydney and graduated from Griffin University, Gold coast, with a Graduate Diploma of Dentistry in 2013.

Prior to completing her dental degree, Pooja also completed a Bachelor or Oral Health in Dental Science. Pooja has a special interest in Invisalign and cosmetic dentistry. She completed her accreditation for Invisalign in 2014 and has substantial experience in children’s dentistry as well as restorative dentistry. Pooja has always had an interest in dental. As a child, Pooja had braces and loved attending the appointments. As a dentist herself now, Pooja finds dentistry extremely rewarding and satisfying. She enjoys helping patients to relieve their pain, improve their smiles and make a difference.

In her spare time, Pooja enjoys reading, traveling, arts & craft and spending time with her family, especially with her new dog Peanut.