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Dr Mini is a Dental Board-certified dental practitioner with over 24 years of experience in family dentistry, having worked across both the public and private sectors in Victoria. She is a proud member of the Australian Dental Association and is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s individual needs.
Throughout her career, Dr Mini has cared for thousands of patients across all age groups and diverse communities. She believes that good oral health is fundamental to overall wellbeing and takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns, explain treatment options clearly, and develop personalized treatment plans that support long-term oral health.
Committed to lifelong learning, Dr Mini regularly undertakes continuing professional development to stay current with the latest advances in dental techniques, materials, and technology. At Art De Dente Melbourne CBD, she has played an important role in introducing advanced dental technologies and expanding the range of services available, enabling patients to access comprehensive care in one convenient location.
Her clinical interests include restorative dentistry (tooth-coloured fillings, crowns, and bridges), white spot treatment, teeth whitening, emergency dental care, surgical extractions, and tooth replacement using fixed bridges and Neodent dental implant systems. Working alongside a highly experienced clinical team, she also coordinates multidisciplinary care to ensure patients receive the most appropriate treatment when additional expertise is required.
Dr Mini is passionate about creating a welcoming, respectful, and judgement-free environment where patients feel comfortable asking questions and actively participating in their treatment decisions. Her focus is always on delivering safe, effective, and compassionate care that supports both oral health and overall wellbeing.
Dr Anthony is a highly qualified dentist graduating with a specialisation in periodontology and Oral Biology from University of Melbourne.
With over 30 years of focused experience, Dr Anthony is passionate about helping patients maintain strong, healthy gums—the foundation of long-term oral health. His expertise includes non-surgical and surgical periodontal treatments, such as deep cleaning (scaling and root planing), guided tissue regeneration, crown lengthening, soft tissue grafting, and the management of peri-implant diseases.
Dr Anthony is known for his calm and compassionate approach. He takes the time to educate his patients about their gum health, clearly explaining treatment options and supporting them through every step of their care. He also works closely with other general dentists and other specialists to ensure a coordinated, multidisciplinary approach to treatment where needed.
At Art De Dente Melbourne CBD, Dr Anthony has been instrumental in introducing modern periodontal techniques and technologies, including digital diagnostics and minimally invasive procedures, to improve outcomes and patient comfort.
Whether you’re dealing with early-stage gum issues or need advanced periodontal care, Dr Anthony provides expert treatment backed by evidence-based methods and a genuine dedication to your oral and overall health
With over 22 years of clinical experience across Australia, New Zealand, and Argentina, Dr Damian Park is an expert in dental implants, full mouth rehabilitation, and cosmetic dentistry. His career has been defined by a commitment to excellence, innovation, and life-changing outcomes for his patients.
Dr Damian has successfully placed several thousand dental implants and completed hundreds of full mouth rehabilitation cases, managing even the most demanding restorative challenges with confidence and precision. His expertise covers the full spectrum of implant dentistry—from single-tooth replacements to complex full-arch restorations(using 4 or 6 implants) and custom prosthetic solutions.
He is particularly known for solving complex prosthetic demands in full mouth rehabilitation cases, applying a rare combination of surgical skill, aesthetic judgement, and out-of-the-box thinking. Trained in oral surgery, fixed and removable prosthodontics, and advanced smile design, Dr Damian offers comprehensive care under one roof. His extensive experience in Smile Design was developed during his time in Argentina,
At Art De Dente Melbourne CBD, Dr Damian is a key clinical leader known for his calm, composed approach and ability to guide patients through complex treatment plans with clarity and care. Whether you’re seeking a full smile transformation, advanced implant work, or aesthetic refinement, you’ll benefit from Dr Damian’s world-class training and unwavering commitment to long-term outcomes.
Dr Shady is a registered Oral Surgery Professional with a wealth of cross-cultural experience. After completing his Bachelor of Dental Medicine & Surgery degree at Ain Shams University in Egypt in 2007, he obtained Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery at the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2012.
He then went on to pursue a career in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery (OMFS) and obtained his Master’s degree in OMFS from Cairo University in 2016 and Arab Board Fellowship in OMFS in 2018.
His interest in oral health and research led him to Australia to pursue a Master of Public Health degree at La Trobe University, which he completed in 2020. Shady passed the Australian Dental Council Exam in early 2021, and was in general practice in Melbourne, until he obtained his Australian Oral Surgery Professional registration.
Shady has a passion for helping his patients achieve their best possible smile, with his calming, mild-mannered approach. He enjoys all aspects of oral surgery practice, with a particular focus on surgical extraction of third molars (wisdom teeth), dental implants, bone grafting procedures and temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD).
Outside of work, Shady enjoys spending time with his family, playing soccer, squash, reading and swimming at the beach.
Dr Tinu Kurien has over 15 years of experience in dentistry and recently moved from New Zealand. She is known for her gentle approach and focus on providing high quality care that supports long term oral health.
She provides comprehensive dental care, covering most areas of general dentistry, along with cosmetic dentistry and clear aligner treatment.
Dr Kurien especially enjoys working with all age groups, helping them build good habits early and setting strong foundations for lifelong oral health.
Her warm and caring nature has made her very popular with patients, particularly those who feel anxious about dental visits. She takes the time to listen, making sure each patient feels comfortable, understood, and at ease.
Tinu is passionate about helping patients feel confident in their smiles while guiding them to make informed decisions about their dental care.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, reading, gardening and enjoys travelling.
BOH (University of Melbourne), Certified Orofacial Myologist
Sujitha is a highly sought-after Oral Health Therapist known for her gentle, compassionate care and deep commitment to improving her patients’ oral health and overall wellbeing. Since graduating from the University of Melbourne in 2008, she has built a strong reputation through her work across both private and public dental settings.
With a passion for preventive dentistry and patient education, Sujitha provides a broad range of care—from comprehensive dental treatment for children to periodontal therapy and ongoing maintenance for adults. Her calm and approachable nature makes her especially popular with young patients and those who may feel anxious about dental treatment.
Sujitha plays a key role in our periodontal care program, working closely with Dr Anthony Franzmann to deliver high-quality non-surgical periodontal therapy and supportive periodontal maintenance for both natural teeth and dental implants. She is also proficient in the use of soft tissue diode laser technology, utilising it for advanced applications such as:
Her dedication to staying at the forefront of her field has led her to complete additional training in Orofacial Myology, expanding her ability to support patients with oral function, muscle balance, and breathing-related concerns.
In addition to her clinical work, Sujitha shares her knowledge and passion for oral health as a clinical educator, helping to shape the next generation of dental professionals.
Whether you’re visiting for routine care, gum therapy, or children’s dentistry, Sujitha is committed to delivering a positive, comfortable experience and helping every patient achieve lasting oral health
Dr Peter Nguyen graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1994 and brings over 30 years of experience in delivering comprehensive care focused on oral health, jaw function, and overall musculoskeletal balance.
While working as a general dentist, Dr Nguyen has developed a special interest in TMJ Balancing Medicine and Therapy—areas that explore the vital connection between the jaw joint (TMJ), spinal alignment, and neuromuscular health. His clinical focus includes the assessment and management of TMJ dysfunction (TMD) and related issues such as jaw pain, restricted mouth opening, headaches, neck and back pain, and other posture-related discomforts.
Dr Nguyen takes a whole-person approach to care, aiming to uncover and address the root causes of pain and imbalance rather than just treating symptoms. He uses gentle, evidence-informed techniques to help restore harmony between the jaw, muscles, and spine—supporting better movement, posture, and wellbeing.
With a strong commitment to ongoing education and interdisciplinary collaboration, Dr Nguyen integrates knowledge from dentistry, biomechanics, and physical medicine. His goal is to empower patients through education and preventive strategies while supporting long-term functional recovery.
Known for his thoughtful, compassionate care and clinical precision, Dr Nguyen has earned the trust of patients seeking relief from chronic TMJ and musculoskeletal concerns. He remains dedicated to helping individuals regain comfort, improve body alignment, and enjoy a better quality of life.
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