About Us
At National Dental Care, North Adelaide, our philosophy of always offering no nonsense professional advice and a quality of service, is exactly what we would expect for our own family, and has contributed to the practice's success and reputation within the Adelaide community for many years.
Offering modern technology and treatments for routine and complex dental problems, our highly experienced and qualified team of dentists and oral hygienists will personalise your treatment plan so you achieve long lasting, optimal results.
For over 50 years, we have been caring for the oral health of local residents, with many loyal long-term patients. We take pride in the fact that we are now treating the children and grandchildren of these patients - your care and comfort is central to everything we do.
Meet the Team
Our Accredited dentists at National Dental Care, North Adelaide, provides comprehensive general and cosmetic treatments. For over 50 years, we have been caring for the oral health of local residents, with many loyal long-term patients. We take pride in the fact that we are now treating the children and grandchildren of these patients.
Dr Batool Aziz
Dentist
Dr Dorothy Sawczuk
Dentist
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Katherine Cholsh
Hygienist
Dr Lisa Clowrey
Lead Dentist
Michelle Fabian
Hygienist
Dr Pearly Gan
Dentist
Dr Batool Aziz
Dentist
Dr Dorothy Sawczuk
Dentist
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Katherine Cholsh
Hygienist
Dr Lisa Clowrey
Lead Dentist
Michelle Fabian
Hygienist
Dr Pearly Gan
Dentist
Dr Batool Aziz
Dentist
Dr Dorothy Sawczuk
Dentist
Elma Cancar
Oral Health Therapist
Katherine Cholsh
Hygienist
Dr Lisa Clowrey
Lead Dentist
Michelle Fabian
Hygienist
Dr Pearly Gan
Dentist
Dr Batool Aziz graduated in 2010 and provided volunteer Dental services in various hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan. Having achieved a practicing License through Australian Dental Council in 2013, moving to Australia meant being close to her family.
Coming from a family of health professionals Dr Aziz believes in the importance of interdisciplinary approach to Dentistry. She spends time educating patients so they can participate and make educated choices based on all the treatment options regardless of their personal circumstances.
As she continue to provide her services as a Principal Dentist to the lovely community of Port Pirie, working for North Adelaide and its surroundings is a new and exciting journey. Port Pirie has been home to Dr Batool Aziz for 7 years with Adelaide being so close, she has the best of both worlds. Dr Batool strives to excel in all aspects of Dentistry but her special interest lies in dental surgery and has driven her to progress her career in Implant Dentistry.
Although her toddler keeps her on her toes, she loves spending time with family. Playing some form of sport has been a big part of her life while growing up; and enjoys playing badminton or going for a swim.
Dr Dorothy Sawczuk
Dentist
Dr Dorothy Sawczuk completed her bachelor of Dental Surgery at University of Adelaide in 1988. She was involved in several private practices around Adelaide, during part of this time travelled as a locum dentist. Dr Sawczuk is constantly furthering her skills in education by taking various courses, both clinical and self development.
In her spare time Dr Dorothy Sawczuk likes to cook and try vegetarian recipes, entertain friends, watch movies, relax at home and travel.
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.
Katherine Cholsh
Hygienist
I completed a Diploma of Dental Hygiene at the Gilles Plains College of TAFE SA in 2000 and received the Dental Hygienist Association SA Student Award and Faculty Student of the Year. I have worked previously in some of Adelaide’s leading practices, including with Dr Jeffrey Mant and Dr Peter Alldritt.
I have been working with the National Dental Care team at Bart Dental since 2005. I strongly believe in the importance of preventative dentistry, and enjoy motivating and encouraging my patients to think the same. I work hard to present a gentle, professional and caring manner.
I love helping patients achieve the best possible smile and maintaining their oral hygiene to a high standard. The best part of working at my current practice is the long-term relationships I have been able to develop with loyal patients. I work hard to consistently provide a high standard of customer service, and try to exceed patient expectations. I am a current member of the Dental Hygienists’ Association of Australia (SA branch).
I continue to undertake further education, recently completing a certificate in panoramic radiography. Outside of work I enjoy spending time with family and friends, cooking, watching movies, and staying healthy through walking and pilates.
Dr Lisa Clowrey
Lead Dentist
Dr Lisa Clowrey qualified from the University of Sheffield (UK) in 1998 and moved to Australia in 2014. Dr Clowrey is especially interested in a holistic approach to dentistry where the general practitioner treats the whole person and mouth, and doesn't just fix one problematic tooth at a time.
Lisa has a special interest in surgery and initially worked in a hospital setting providing surgery with the oral maxillofacial team before bringing those skills to the general practice setting.
Michelle Fabian
Hygienist
Michelle Fabian began her dental journey in 1985 as a Dental Assistant in a private practice, then worked for the South Australian Dental hospital restorative and special needs department.
On her travels Michelle worked at the University Collage Hospital in the Periodontal department followed by a position with a London Periodontal Specialist. On returning to Australia, she changed careers to work for an airline, after the collapse of Ansett she was very excited for the opportunity to return to study and graduated as a Dental Hygienist in 2014.
Michelle has three children and finds happiness through their involvement in dance, music and education and all adore their cat and toy poodle. Michelle Fabian enjoys preventative dentistry and believes in the philosophy of whole patient care by providing treatment and education to empower the patient in their dental hygiene.
Having graduated from the University of Melbourne with a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Dr Pearly Gan has rich experiences in both community health as a public dentist, as well as an associate dentist in private practice.
Dr Gan is passionate about restoring and maintaining her patients’ dental health, and is committed to providing them with the best treatment options that dentistry can offer so that they can enjoy their smile to the fullest. Pearly enjoys treating clients from all walks and stages of life, including anxious first timers, children, and the elderly.
Dr Pearly has a keen interest in restorative work, root canal therapy, implants and cosmetic injectables, and is fluent in English and Mandarin. In her spare time, Pearly enjoys jogging and taking her son and French bulldog out for walks.