National Dental Care

Darwin

Obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery in James Cook University in Cairns, Queensland in 2013. He then went on to work in both private and public dental clinics. He has undergone additional training on aesthetic dentistry, endodontics and implants.

His main focus is preventative dentistry. He believes that the patient experience is the most important part of his day along with great chairside manners.

I graduated from Cardiff University in the United Kingdom in 2010. I relocated to Australia in 2014, and have since worked in practices in Western Australia and Victoria.

I am passionate about providing high quality, ethical and pain-free dentistry in a gentle and caring manner to all patients. I especially find it rewarding working with nervous patients to overcome their dental fears. I have a special interest in minimally invasive aesthetic and restorative dentistry, while also focusing on preventative dentistry.

I have a strong commitment to continuing education in order to keep abreast with the latest advances in dentistry, which has lead me to pursue a Master's degree in aesthetic dentistry at King's College London.

I graduated at the University of TAFE Adelaide in 2003. I have more than 12 years’ experience in the dental industry. Having worked in rural areas like Rockhampton and urban areas like Sydney and Perth before moving to Darwin. I look out for my patients comfort and am known for my gentle touch.

On a personal note, I enjoy travelling and I have a passion for languages.

Dr Lavery graduated from the University of Queensland as a dentist in 1997. Working as a general dentist since graduating, Dr Lavery has gained experience in public and private practice and has enjoyed applying himself to most aspects of dentistry, with a particular interest in orthodontics, Invisalign®, cosmetic dentistry, and CAD (Computer Aided Design) / CAM (Computer Aided Manufacture) dental techniques including ceramic (Cerec) restoration.

Dr Lavery has been providing a mix of general dental and orthodontic treatment in Brisbane, Regional Queensland and Darwin practices. Dr Lavery is married with two young children and enjoys spending time at the beach when time allows.

Dr David Gordon graduated from the University of Adelaide in 1997, with a Bachelor (Hons) of Dental Science.

Dr Gordon is the longest serving member of National Dental Care team at our Darwin practice, and has cultivated exceptional skills in this time, having experienced a wide array of dental procedures. His passion lies in caring for his patients; and he takes pride is his ability to treat anxious patients with an understanding and a friendly manner.

In his spare time, I love to play the piano.

I was an overseas dental practitioner and moved to Adelaide in 2012 to complete my studies. I have been in the dental industry for over a decade. I am patient and understanding with all patients and their dental fears. I am very gentle and passionate in my job to educate patients about good oral health.

In my spare time, I love gardening and playing badminton with my children.

Dr Josna Jose graduated from Maharashtra University of health and Sciences(MUHS), India in 2017 and practiced in India for 2 years. She then migrated to Darwin, Australia in late 2019 and underwent Australian Dental Council Exams to get her registrations to practice general dentistry in Australia.

Dr Josna is passionate about providing high quality patient care and also helping patients understand the need of maintaining good oral hygiene. Josna has a special interest in restorative dentistry and endodontics, with a focus in extending her dedication to all eras of dentistry including; implants and minor oral surgeries.

Dr Jose values her patients and is always committed to offer them the best possible treatment, giving her much satisfaction.

I obtained my Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2014 from James Cook University Cairns. I was previously working in Mackay, Queensland for 3 years before moving here to Darwin.

I believe in providing the best care possible for my patients and enjoy practicing all aspects of general dentistry with a special interest in restorative dentistry and oral surgery.

I am committed to continuing my professional development and am currently pursuing a Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.

Dr Priyanka Fernando graduated in 1998 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka.

Priyanka has worked in both public and private sectors in Rural and Urban Sri Lanka. 3 years of her working life were spent as a house Dental surgeon in an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery unit, in a Base Hospital in Sri Lanka. Here Dr Fernando received thorough training and cultivated the skill set to provide oral surgical procedures under General Anaesthesia.

Although Dr Priyanka Fernando's special interests lie within Oral surgery and Restorative treatment, she strongly believes in providing preventive care in Oral health and that every patient has a pleasant dental experience, through ensuring the patients mental and physical comfort throughout the visit.

In her spare time Priyanka likes to be with her family as well as enjoy playing the Piano. Maintaining her mental and physical wellbeing is quite important to her. Therefore, she makes sure to incorporate Yoga, meditation and daily gym sessions into her day to day life.