About Us
At National Dental Care West Lakes, our philosophy is one of prevention, maintenance and provision of high quality dental treatment to ensure long-term oral health. We believe that our patients should keep their teeth for a lifetime and this is reflected in how we approach our role as West Lakes dentists and hygienists. Your teeth and smile can be one of your greatest assets and so, it is important that experienced dental professionals manage your dental wellbeing.
Our highly skilled and qualified staff will provide you with comprehensive services whilst taking advantage of the latest dental technologies. At National Dental Care, West Lakes, you have access to a range of treatments, from general dental examinations right through to cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. We understand that our patients want the experience from their local West Lakes dental practice to be as comfortable and painless as possible.
Located in the heart of West Lakes and servicing the surrounding suburbs of Seaton, Tennyson, Woodville and more. Our West Lakes Dental Practice has offered professional and friendly dental care for over 35 years to the local community, in the western suburbs of Adelaide.
Parking is available at the practice.
Meet the Team
Our fantastic team of experienced dentists and oral hygienists at National Dental Care West Lakes, place patient care at the centre of their work, with your comfort and wellbeing, as well as the quality of our treatments, being the highest priority.
Dr Jeffrey Lamb
Dentist
Julie McDonald
Hygienist
Melissa Ford
Hygienist
Dr Rupa Mannan
Dentist
Dr Siavash Tabatabaei
Lead Dentist
Dr Vanya Rasaie
Prosthodontist
Dr Veena Jain
Dentist
Dr Jeffrey Lamb
Dentist
Julie McDonald
Hygienist
Melissa Ford
Hygienist
Dr Rupa Mannan
Dentist
Dr Siavash Tabatabaei
Lead Dentist
Dr Vanya Rasaie
Prosthodontist
Dr Veena Jain
Dentist
Dr Jeffrey Lamb
Dentist
Julie McDonald
Hygienist
Melissa Ford
Hygienist
Dr Rupa Mannan
Dentist
Dr Siavash Tabatabaei
Lead Dentist
Dr Vanya Rasaie
Prosthodontist
Dr Veena Jain
Dentist
Dr Jeffrey Lamb is originally from the UK. He has lived in Australia for 6 years.
Dr Lamb had initially qualified as a Medical Laboratory Scientist before pursuing a career in dentistry. He graduated from the University of Manchester with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 1989, before returning to complete his Master of Science in 1991. He also undertook lecturing and dental research positions before moving into private practice where he owned a practice in the UK, prior to moving to Australia.
As a dentist, Dr Lamb is committed to caring for his patients and gets great satisfaction when he sees his patients' oral health improve. He is highly experienced across all areas of general dentistry, however has particular interests in restorative procedures, periodontology and adult orthodontic treatments.
Dr Lamb continually attends post graduate courses and reads journals covering all aspects of dental surgery and medicine.
In Dr Lamb’s spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and going to the gym.
Julie McDonald is one of our friendly Dental Hygienists. She graduated from TAFE SA - Advanced Diploma of Oral Health in 2007. She has over 20 years experience in the dental field with a special interest in periodontal disease management from working 4 years in a periodontal practice.
She values the importance of good oral hygiene and its relationship between healthy mouth healthy body. Also a strong belief prevention is better than cure and will work closely with you and your dentist to provide you with up-to-date knowledge and technology to achieve your best dental outcome.
Julie is loving being part of our friendly team ( and fantastic view) providing you with a relaxing and enjoyable dental visit.
Outside of work you may see her canoeing on the lake or taking a walk. She will chat about almost anything from footy to what’s on at the theatre. She can’t wait to meet you or see you again for a relaxing clean.
I graduated from the Gilles Plains College of TAFE in 1986 with a Diploma of Dental Hygiene. Since then, I have worked with many different dentists including Dr Durgood in Renmark, Dr Stanbeuicius, Dr Vagrona, and locum work with Dr Hobby and Dr Thomas. As a school student I always had an interest in science and health, and this led to an interest in dentistry in later years.
I practice general dentistry and spend the majority of my time in a clinical setting. I am pleased to be part of a dental practice which maintains a high standard of dental care, and keeps up to date with the latest technology for our patients to benefit from. I work hard to be gentle yet thorough, and enjoy chatting with patients to make them feel comfortable.
In my spare time, I keep fit through walking and paddle boarding, and enjoy dining out at Adelaide’s many wonderful restaurants. I also have an interest in growing fruit and vegetables, although not with a high degree of skill! I devote time to surf life saving with the Henley Community Garden.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Kings College London in 2009, following this I completed the Royal College of Surgeons Membership Examinations. Additionally I have completed a Masters program in Dental Implantology from the University of Bristol.
During my career I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including Oral and Maxillofacial departments in UK Hospitals where I gained an interest in oral surgery as well as working in General Practice. I have been involved in the clinical teaching of dental students at the Royal London Hospital. I have also had experience in healthcare regulation.
I moved to Australia in 2016 and have found Adelaide to be a welcoming new home! In my spare time I enjoy swimming, snorkelling and drawing.
Dr Siavash Tabatabaei
Lead Dentist
Dr Siavash Tabatabaei graduated from Tehran University with a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree in 2014. He has practised general dentistry with passion and love since then. His priority is that his patients have a positive experience. He is a good listener and tries to find the patient’s genuine needs to address those concerns.
Taba's skills span across all aspects of general dentistry, particularly root canal treatments. After his post-graduate course in implantology in 2015, he started to provide dental implants for his patients too. He believes that digital dentistry is the future, and enjoys working in this field at West Lakes where they have state-of-the-art digital technology.
When not working in dentistry or updating his dental knowledge, Dr Tabatabaei enjoys writing short stories, reading novels and sometimes poems as well. He also enjoys exploring different restaurants, foods and wines.
Dr Vanya Rasaie
Prosthodontist
Dr Vanya Rasaie completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree at Tehran University, one of the oldest and most prestigious dental schools in Iran. She then decided to further studies, obtaining a Master’s degree in Prosthodontics. Dr Rasaie was also an Assistant Professor from 2016 to 2020, where she oversaw several dental publications, highlighting her in-depth knowledge of cutting-edge dental technologies.
With over 6 years’ experience, Dr Rasaie has a wealth of knowledge and a multidisciplinary approach to dental treatment. She has a special interest in dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, full mouth rehabilitation, and Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD). In addition to offering ideal and suitable treatments to her patients, she considers a range of versatile, and convenient treatment options that address not only the aesthetic concerns but also the functional needs of her patients.
In her free time, Vanya enjoys spending time with her family and friends, swimming, watching movies, photography, and traveling.
Dr Veena Jain is an energetic and caring dentist with over 10 years of experience in dentistry. Dr Jain graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2008 and she also holds a Master’s degree in Health Sciences form the University of Western Sydney. Her warm and caring nature helps many of her patients to feel comfortable and at ease.
Dr Jain’s interested in a conservative and preventative approach to dentistry for both adults and children. She takes part in continuing her education to remain up to date on the latest techniques for providing a high level of care.
Dr Jain shares a strong passion for commitment to excellence, care and innovation, offering our patients gentle dentistry with a holistic approach.