About Us
The first step in providing you with the ultimate oral health care starts with information, allowing you to make well-informed decisions. At National Dental Care, Mawson Lakes, we understand that going to the dentist can be stressful, which is why we devote our time in making sure you feel at ease. Whether that is through information, friendliness and empathy or pain management such as laughing gas, we are always here for you.
With a history, spanning over 20 years, National Dental Care, Mawson Lakes, is a complete and newly refurbed practice, utilising modern treatment rooms and state of art equipment. Our team of professional dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists are friendly, caring and highly experienced.
On arrival for your first visit, you can expect a thorough dental examination to assess the current state of your oral health. A complete medical history will be undertaken so it is important to remember to bring along a list of any medications you are currently taking. Certain medical conditions and medications may affect your oral health.
Parking is available in the Market Square shopping centre car park.
Meet the Team
With a history, spanning over 20 years, National Dental Care, Mawson Lakes, is a complete and newly refurbed practice, utilising modern treatment rooms and state of art equipment. Our team of professional dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists are friendly, caring and highly experienced.
Dr Anu Singla
Dentist
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Dr Emma Freeman
Dentist
Ms Mai Nguyen
Oral Health Therapist
Dr Maree Bicopoulos
Dentist
Dr Parmeet Kaur
Dentist
Dr Peter Nguyen
Dentist
Dr Rafael Dance-Hooi
Dentist
Dr Ranu Acharya
Periodontist
Dr Ribia Riat
Dentist
Dr Sunila Sharma
Dentist
Truc Lam
Oral Health Therapist
Yomna Elbakary
Hygienist
Dr Anu Singla
Dentist
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Dr Emma Freeman
Dentist
Ms Mai Nguyen
Oral Health Therapist
Dr Maree Bicopoulos
Dentist
Dr Parmeet Kaur
Dentist
Dr Peter Nguyen
Dentist
Dr Rafael Dance-Hooi
Dentist
Dr Ranu Acharya
Periodontist
Dr Ribia Riat
Dentist
Dr Sunila Sharma
Dentist
Truc Lam
Oral Health Therapist
Yomna Elbakary
Hygienist
Dr Anu Singla
Dentist
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Dr Emma Freeman
Dentist
Ms Mai Nguyen
Oral Health Therapist
Dr Maree Bicopoulos
Dentist
Dr Parmeet Kaur
Dentist
Dr Peter Nguyen
Dentist
Dr Rafael Dance-Hooi
Dentist
Dr Ranu Acharya
Periodontist
Dr Ribia Riat
Dentist
Dr Sunila Sharma
Dentist
Truc Lam
Oral Health Therapist
Yomna Elbakary
Hygienist
Dr Anu Singla graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Degree In 2006 and has been gaining extensive dental experience and knowledge since. She fulfilled her ambition by continuing studies to graduate with the Australian Dental council.
Anu is passionate about dentistry and is committed to continued education and keeping up with the latest updates and trends in dental treatment. She regularly attends continuing education seminars and is a member of the Australian Dental Association.
Anu enjoys all aspects of general dentistry with a focus on aesthetic (cosmetic) dentistry. She takes pride in creating beautiful and functional smiles for her patients. Anu is known for her caring and compassionate persona as she puts a particular focus on addressing patient concerns and patient comfort.
Outside of dentistry, Anu loves spending time with her young family and keeping up with her sons’ cricket. She satisfies her creative flair by interior designing, painting, and home renovation projects.
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Elma Cancar graduated from The University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Oral Health Degree (OHT). She is dual qualified to work as a Dental Therapist which includes preventive and restorative work for children up to age of 18 and as a Hygienist for all ages.
Special interests of Elma's are working with children and making their dental visits positive and a fun experience, teeth whitening, periodontics; prevention and treatment of gum diseases and working with anxious patients.
Elma is married with two kids. Her daughter Ayla studies Physiotherapy at university and her son Edin is in high school. In their spare time the family loves to go camping, fishing and travelling together as a family.
Dr Emma Freeman graduated from the University of Adelaide with awards from the Australian Society of Orthodontists and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. She has since practiced on the Spencer Gulf before joining the team at National Dental Care, Mawson Lakes. She enjoys practising all fields of dentistry and gains satisfaction from providing patients with high quality care.
Emma understands that a visit to the dentist can be daunting for some, and does everything in her power to make patients feel comfortable and relaxed.
Dr Freeman is passionate about building relationships with her patients, as well as practising and pursuing continuing education in all areas of dentistry to deliver lasting outcomes in function, comfort and aesthetics.
Ms Mai Nguyen
Oral Health Therapist
Mai Nguyen completed her Bachelor in Oral Health in 2019 at the University of Adelaide. Mai has a gentle approach towards her patients and aims to provide a relaxed environment where patients of all ages feel comfortable and at ease.
She is motivated to educate her patients in maintaining their oral health and understanding the importance of dental hygiene.
In Mai’s spare time she enjoys spending time with family and finding new restaurants and cafes to indulge at with her fiancé and friends.
Dr Maree Bicopoulos
Dentist
I graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Dentistry and have worked in Canberra, Darwin and Wagga Wagga. I enjoy all aspects of dentistry and have special interests in oral surgery, cosmetic dentistry and treating nervous patients and children.
In my spare time I enjoy doing Pilates, reading and spending time with my partner, our daughter and our dog.
Dr Parmeet Kaur is an experienced, passionate and hardworking general dentist with special interests in cosmetic and restorative dentistry.
She graduated from India in 2013 and has completed numerous continuing education programs to refine her skills as a dentist.
Dr Parmeet is an active member of the Australian Dental Association and is willing to learn new skills to deliver her patients the appropriate dental care. She performs a wide range of dental treatment and preventive care by motivating and educating patients.
Dr Parmeet loves to serve the patient community by providing a painless experience in a comfortable and relaxing environment. She puts the patient first and believes a ‘healthy smile needs good dental care which comes from strong patient trust and honest treatment planning'.
Dr Peter Nguyen studied locally, graduating from the University of Adelaide in 2015. Working in a rural setting has allowed him to increase his scope of practice and has fostered a strong focus on preventative dentistry. His caring and gentle manner is appreciated and respected by patients. In his spare time Peter enjoys golf, soccer and playing the guitar.
His areas of interest are; Cosmetic dentistry; Composite Resin Veneers; Tooth Coloured Porcelain Fillings using CEREC; Paediatric dentistry; making it a relaxing environment for your children; Diode Lasers for Soft Tissue and Cosmetic procedures.
Dr Rafael Dance-Hooi
Dentist
Universtiy of Adelaide
Australia
Rafael was born and raised in Adelaide and 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 knowledge and skills. His time working in an Emergency Clinic has developed his ability to relieve his patients’ discomfort in a caring and timely manner. His role as a tutor at the University of Adelaide has kept his skills and knowledge up to date with current science.
Rafael also attends regular professional development seminars to build upon his clinical skills and keep up to date with advances in dental science and technology.
Rafael has particular interest in the areas of cosmetic and restorative dentistry, where he enjoys the satisfaction of rebuilding smiles and renewing confidence and comfort along the way. Outside of work Rafael enjoys soccer, hiking and spending time with family and friends.
Dr Ranu Acharya
Periodontist
Dr Ranu Acharya is an exceptional oral health care professional with over 15 years of experience in Australia and abroad. She has worked in public hospitals, private practices, and prestigious universities across Victoria, Queensland, and South Australia.
After achieving her qualification of Primary Dental Sciences in 2018, she completed her Doctor of Clinical Dentistry with distinction in Periodontics from Griffith University in 2022, publishing groundbreaking research on dental implant survival rates in the International Journal of Biomedical and Advance Research (IJBAR). These achievements underscore her commitment to advancing dentistry and her expertise in periodontics.
Dr Acharya is highly skilled in periodontics and has expertise in managing periodontal disease, soft tissue grafting, hard tissue augmentation procedures, and implant dentistry. She is a compassionate practitioner who utilises cutting-edge technologies to optimise periodontal health and provide personalised treatment.
Dr Acharya is a distinguished achiever with numerous qualifications and memberships in esteemed dental associations, including the Australian Dental Association (ADA), Australian Society of Periodontology (ASP), Australia and New Zealand Academy of Periodontists (ANZAP), and International Team of Implantology (ITI).
By selecting Dr Ranu Acharya, you are choosing a compassionate and highly skilled dental professional who is committed to improving your periodontal health and preserving your teeth for a lifetime.
Dr Riat has worked in the dental field for 15 years. Ribia has a keen interest in promoting healthy dental habits. She believes in caring for every patient as family, providing comfort and trust alongside their treatment needs.
Ribia first had the inspiration to enter the field of dentistry as a teenager, when she developed an interest in the art and science involved in dentistry. She completed her qualification and postgraduate degree in prosthodontics in 2013 in India, and treated patients in a hospital environment for nearly four years before moving to Australia. Ribia's area of expertise lies in veneers, implants, complete dentures, crowns and fixed bridges.
During her free time, she loves long walks, listening to music, and spending time with her baby daughter.
I feel blessed to have my passion as my profession. Its almost been 13 years since I graduated and practicing dentistry and every single day is full of excitement to bring positive change in people's smile and life. I received a post graduate title in 2012 and served as a clinician and academician for few years in India before moving to beautiful land of Australia.
Aesthetic/Cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign is something which my patients as well as myself enjoy the most as it can do a complete makeover of one's personality. Along with providing complete dental care, I focus on relieving anxiety of my patients towards dental treatment. I am a firm believer of "Prevention is better than cure", so I always spare some time at the end of appointment to educate my patients about good oral hygiene practices for maintaining optimum health.
Outside of work, I enjoy writing. I have a cute little son who keeps me busy and my hands full.
Truc Lam
Oral Health Therapist
Truc Lam completed a Bachelor of Oral health in 2010 from Adelaide University.
She is trained as a dental hygienist and therapist, treating patients of all ages including children. Truc has a passion for preventive dentistry and has a particular interest in the maintenance and treatment of gum disease and also treating anxious patients, especially young children.
Outside of work she enjoys travelling, hiking and spending time with friends and family.
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