Profile
Modern comprehensive dental care requires highly qualified support staff. Our staff have been meticulously selected and trained in their specific duties and are instrumental in providing our patients with optimum dental care here at Kinross Dental.
Dr. Richard Slattery
Graduated from UWA in Dentistry in 1974. Richard worked in country Western Australia until 1994 at both Katanning and Bunbury. On moving with his family to the metropolitan area Richard opened Kinross Dental in December 1995. During this time he has been able to experience most forms of dentistry and attends many update courses around the country. Richard enjoys dentistry as a profession and at present is undertaking Post-Graduate studies with the University of Adelaide, as well as working full time in the practice. He has enormous optimism about the future directions of dentistry and dental treatment, not only to control disease but to enhance function and aesthetics.
Dr. John T Lam
John joined the practice in 2006. Growing up locally in Perth’s northern suburbs, John has integrated into the Kinross Dental & Invisible Orthodontic team as a highly trained dental surgeon. He is an enthusiastic and motivated member. John’s special field of interest involves cosmetic and pediatric dentistry, complex patient management and case treatment planning.
Yvette - Hygienist
Joining the practice in December 2000, she is bright and friendly. Yvette specialises in the diagnosis and treatment of gum disease and the prevention of tooth decay. She checks the condition of the gums and teeth and provides necessary treatment involving the meticulous removal of plaque and calculus deposits in order for you to keep your natural teeth for life.
Gail - Practice Manager
Joined the practice in May 2001. After returning from 12 years living in the North West, “I have been working in the medical industry for 20 years; it was not a hard transition into Dentistry”. Gail’s role at Kinross Dental is to assist in the Hygiene area, reception, continuing care, sterilisation procedures, inventory and just about anywhere needed, hence 'Practice Manager’ describes her well. Gail says, “I have the best position in the practice as I am able to be involved in all areas”. Gail is also currently studying to complete Certificate IV in Dental Assisting.
Melissa - Chairside Assistant
Qualified as a dental assistant in 1991. Melissa joined the practice in March 2003. A happy, friendly person, who is highly experienced in all aspects of general dentistry as well as specialist areas such as oral surgery, general anaesthetic, crown and bridge, implants and orthodontics. Melissa has also spent some time working in a dental laboratory to help further her knowledge. She is here to care for you and give any moral support you require.
Robyn Dowding, Chairside Assistant
Robyn joined Kinross Dental & Invisible Orthodontics in 2006. She adds to our team a wealth of experience in the dental field, enjoying all aspects of general dentistry and Oral Surgery. Robyn graduated in 1998, and has been in the dental industry ever since.
Robyn is a lovely, happy, easy-going person who will make your visit comfortable and will leave you feeling more at ease.
Julie Wright
Qualified as a Dental assistant in 1992. Julie joined the Kinross dental & Invisible Orthodontic team November 2007.
She brings with her many years of experience both in Australia and the UK. Julie enjoys all aspects of dentistry, is highly self motivated and always up for a challenge. She has a friendly, confident disposition which puts patients at ease.
Amanda Williams
Amanda is the newest member to the Kinross Dental & Invisible orthodontic team. She is a bright and friendly person who enjoys caring for patients.
Amanda enjoys assisting in all aspects of dentistry especially implant and wisdom teeth surgery. Amanda is also under taking additional training and study to further her career in dental assisting.
