About Us – Papakura Dentist – Family Dentist
Dr Sneha Ravindranath, BDS, MDS (Orthodontics), FRACDS, MOrth RCSEd, MDTFEd
Sneha obtained the Fellowship in general dental practice from the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in 2011. In recognition of her clinical competence, she was awarded the membership diploma in Orthodontics by the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh, UK in 2016. She is passionate about dental education and has taught in universities overseas and is constantly updating on best clinical practices through her professional memberships.
Sneha has maintained a keen interest in orthodontic treatment for children and adults since 2009 and believes in achieving functional stability of the occlusion while obtaining satisfying aesthetic dental results. Through early diagnosis, preventive and interceptive procedures, she aims to provide quality dental care prioritizing patients’ health and well-being.
Outside dentistry, she is an avid reader, loves traveling and learning about different cultures and is a self-confessed foodie.
She is a member of the New Zealand Dental Council (NZDC) and the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA)
Sneha – Papakura Dentist
Papakura Family Dentist – Orthodontics
Shirley – Papakura Dentist
Papakura Family Dentist
Dr. Shirley Chand, BDS, ADC Cert (Australia), NZDA
Dr. Shirley is a trusted Papakura dentist, specializing in family dentistry. At our Papakura clinic, she offer a range of dental services to keep your family’s smiles healthy.
Shirley graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2006 and has been practicing in New Zealand since 2014.
Shirley has a growing interest in cosmetic dentistry, but she enjoys all aspects of dentistry. Her passion for dentistry drives her to achieve a high standard of care and she is genuinely interested in her patients well being.
Shirley takes pride in providing quality dental care to our patients.
She is a member of the New Zealand Dental Council (NZDC) and the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA)
Dr. Ibi Al-Asadi, BDS (Hons), MRACDS (PDS), King’s College London, United Kingdom
Ibi Is known among her patients as a gentle and attentive Dentist with an eye for detail. If you’re looking for a family dentist in Papakura, Dr. Ibi is here to help with all your dental needs. She is a trusted Papakura dentist, enjoys providing family dentistry, and at our papakura clinic, she offer a range of dental services to keep your family’s smiles healthy.
She enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and is passionate about providing a high standard of care to all. She thrives on building rapport with her patients, alleviating their fears and making sure they are comfortable during their treatments.
She graduated with honors from the King’s College London and has been working at Nova Dental Care since 2013. She is a member of the New Zealand Dental Council (NZDC) , the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (MRACDS).
In her spare time she enjoys socializing with friends and travelling.
Ibi – Papakura Dentist
Papakura Family Dentist – Orthodontics
Zaid – Papakura Dentist
Papakura Family Dentist – Orthodontics
Dr. Zaid Kanani, BDS, NZDREx, DipOrtho POS (SYD), GradDipOrtho (JCU), Dental Surgeon
Dr. Zaid is a highly experienced Papakura dentist who has been providing comprehensive family dentistry services since earning his Bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery in 1998. With a passion for all aspects of general dentistry, Dr. Zaid specializes in family dentist care, preventive treatments, and cosmetic restorative dentistry. Whether you’re looking for routine dental care or advanced restorative procedures, Dr. Zaid is dedicated to offering personalized care to all his patients in the Papakura community.
Zaid has been actively providing orthodontic services to his patients since 2006. He has been awarded a Diploma in Orthodontics from McGann Postgraduate School of Dentistry after completing two years of study and a Graduate Diploma in Orthodontics from James Cook University after completing their two years of clinical and academic programs.
Zaid is a member of the International College of Continuing Education, and a member of the New Zealand Dental Council (NZDC), New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA), American Dental Association (ADA), and also a registered member of the Australian Dental Board, and the New Zealand Association of Orthodontists (NZAO).
Tarun – Oral Health Therapist
Tarunpreet Kaur, Dental Hygienist / Oral Health Therapist
Tarun graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health from the University of Otago in 2019 and has since established herself as a dedicated family dentist in Papakura. She began her career in the public health sector, working with Auckland Regional Dental Services, where she gained valuable experience in family dentistry.
As a committed Papakura dentist, Tarun is passionate about providing high-level service to her patients, always striving to achieve the best results and ensuring patient satisfaction. Her focus on family dentistry allows her to cater to patients of all ages, making her a trusted choice for those seeking a family dentist in the area.
Tarun is really passionate about providing high level service to her patients and enjoys seeing results of her hardwork through patient satisfaction and staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in family dentistry.
Tarun is a member of the New Zealand Dental Council (NZDC) and New Zealand Oral Health Association (NZOHA).
Outside of work hours, Tarun likes travelling, reading and spending time with friends and family.
Support Team
Shivarne – Practice Manager
We are fortunate to have Shivarne managing our practice and supporting our staff and our patients.
Shivarne loves to find ways to help people smile. She is happy to answer any questions, plan patients’ appointments, help resolve concerns and make patients visits positive. It is important to Shivarne that each of our patients enjoy a feeling of ease and confidence in our practice.
Sundus – Front Office Co-ordinator
You may have seen Sundus working alongside Shivarne in the office. She is responsible for making all the bookings, reminders for our patients and support our dentists.
Nee – Dental Assistant
Luz – Dental Assistant
