Meet Our Team

After graduating from Otago in 1996, Erving completed a stint in the military before joining the Proudmouth (now Lumino Auckland Central) team in 1998. In 2005 he took some time to travel and work in the UK. Erving returned in 2007 to rejoin the practice.

Erving believes in providing quality dentistry with a gentle touch and is committed to helping patients keep their teeth for life. His special interests include endodontics and preventative dentistry.

"My patients often say that the treatment hurt a lot less than they thought it would. I try to make their experience as pleasant as possible."

"Cost can be a real obstacle to dental health. But regular maintenance can cost you a lot less than waiting for treatment. If you leave a small cavity to progress into a large cavity, it's going to cost more."

"At Auckland Central, you can get input and ideas from different dentists. That's better for the patient. There's a power of knowledge in the group."

After graduating from the Otago Dental School in 1993, Janet has split the last 20 years of private practice between Wellington and central London. She took advantage of her time in the UK and attended numerous courses and lectures with world class speakers, and incorporated the best of these ideas into her work for the benefit of her patients.

Janet thoroughly enjoys providing all forms of dentistry and has a special interest in cosmetic dentistry, removing old metal fillings and providing life like tooth coloured restorations.

“I take before and after photos of all my restorations. When I have finished rather than hearing “what a great looking filling”, I like my patients to be able to say “what a great looking tooth”.”

“For me, the best outcome for my patients is for the work I do to be invisible!”

Prevention is the best form of dentistry; attending for regular checkups is the best way to avoid unwanted surprises.

Garry graduated from the Otago University School of Dentistry in 1981 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree.

The following year he worked as a Dental House Surgeon at the Otago Dental School in conjunction with Dunedin Public Hospital before embarking on his OE to the United Kingdom where he worked for 3 years in a general dental practice in Sevenoaks, Kent.

On his return to New Zealand in 1986, he relocated to Auckland where he purchased the inner city practice of Dr Alec Mitchell - this well-established dental practice was originally located in the Lister Building and had been in the Mitchell family for over 80 years.

In 1994, due to the need to expand the premises Healy Dental moved to the Southern Cross Building on High Street. More recently Garry and the Healy Dental team have merged with Lumino Auckland Central and are now located on Level 1 in the AMP Tower at 29 Customs Street West.

Garry is a former member of the New Zealand Dental Association as well as currently being the President of the Auckland Dental Association. He is continually involved in furthering his professional development in the latest techniques and procedures in dentistry so he is able to provide the most up to date care for his patients.

Jacy grew up in Auckland, New Zealand and graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 2013. After graduation, her first job was with Lumino the Dentist where she worked for four years receiving great mentorship and support from senior clinicians and dental colleagues.

Jacy also has travelled extensively across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Australasia and the Pacific where she gained an appreciation for numerous different cultures, languages, and traditions. Understanding that each patient is different and we have to treat them holistically as a whole, instead of focusing just on the mouth and teeth.  During her travels, she also took part in a few dental volunteering projects in places where dentistry is not easy to come by.

Jacy is passionate about her job and loves to do general dentistry, with a special interest in aesthetic dentistry. She believes that all types of dentistry have their own purpose and role for the patient. She is always looking to challenge herself, improve her knowledge, and continue learning. She loves dentistry because it is so hands on, no two days are the same, and every day brings great challenges and joy.

Jacy decided to return to the University of Otago in 2022 and undertake a one-year Master’s degree in Aesthetic dentistry where during that time, she also worked part-time as a clinical tutor for the 4^th year PPCE, UCU and Oral surgery department. During this time, not only she gained so much knowledge from her Master’s degree but also learned so much from the opportunity of helping undergrads learn and grow.

Outside of work, Jacy loves to be outside, at the beach, taking a hike in the jungle, or trying the latest trendy food restaurant. Exercise, yoga and meditation has also become a big part of Jacy’s life, she believes that mental health is just as important as physical health, especially in a busy and demanding job such as dentistry, believing that work and life balance plays a vast role if we want to further succeed.

Moving forward, Jacy would like to continue growing her skills and knowledge in general dentistry, especially in Aesthetic dentistry. Also expanding in the implant and Invisalign field.

Keith graduated as a dentist from Griffith University on the Gold Coast in 2014. He worked there as a general dentist for 9 years before relocating to Auckland with his wife in 2023.

Keith is passionate about smile makeovers. A makeover can be as simple as subtle changes to one or two teeth to hide imperfections, or as complex as an entire rehabilitation of your mouth. The key to a successful smile makeover is achieving both natural beauty and function. To do this, he uses a digital design process to create your bespoke new smile in the most conservative way possible. Keith has been an Invisalign provider since 2018 and has a wealth of experience combining Invisalign, porcelain veneers and crowns, composite bonding, and whitening to achieve your dream smile while also working within your budget.

He is proficient in all aspects of general dentistry, and strives to ensure that even the most anxious of patients can have a positive experience at the dentist. Patient education is something that Keith values highly, often using photos and scans to give you a guided tour of your mouth. This ensures that you're never in the dark about your dental health. Throw in his sense of humour, and you're in for a jaw-dropping experience (pun intended).

Sama graduated in 2009 from Al-Mustansriya University with a Bachelor of Dental Science. Her main dental interests are cosmetic crowns and veneers. Sama's Credentials

Sama's primary goals in her work are to finish her diploma in dental implants and continue expanding her knowledge and skills by treating more challenging cases. She is passionate about growing in her field and aims to offer the best care possible to her patients, particularly in complex implant procedures.

What Sama loves most about her job is being able to help people get rid of their dental pain and discomfort. She finds it incredibly rewarding to see the smiles on patients' faces when they see their new smile, it's a powerful reminder of the impact her work can have on their confidence and well-being.

Outside of the practice Sama enjoys spending time with her three boys and husband. 

Emiko worked at a dental practice in Yokohama Japan for 16 years. A special emphasis was put upon preventative care and periodontal therapy.

Emiko wrote articles and contributed to several books and dental hygiene journals. She wrote about the success of her own patient’s treatments. She was also a panelist at the International Dental Symposium held in Yokohama in 1996. She spoke on the subject of dietary issues linked to periodontal disease.

Emiko has been a member of the team at Auckland Central since 2002. She is dedicated to providing her patients with a range of gentle and efficient hygiene treatments.

Emiko‘s clinical interests are about guiding patients in proper cleaning techniques to maintain good oral health.

In her leisure time, Emiko enjoys cooking and playing inter club tennis.

Melinda graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2015 with a Bachelor of Health Science in Oral Health. As an Oral Health Therapist, she provides dental care to adolescent patients and provides dental hygiene services.

Melinda is a very gentle clinician and has a great desire to make any dental visit feel relaxed and as easy for you as possible. Putting your needs first and making you feel at ease is a high priority, as well as providing thorough dental services with the latest knowledge and information.

Prior to joining Remuera Dental Centre, she worked as a locum, enjoying vast experiences at many different dental practices throughout New Zealand. As a professional musical theatre performer and actor, this worked well with her nomadic lifestyle, fulfilling her love of both dentistry and performing.

In her spare time, Melinda loves to take trips back home to Oamaru to visit her family and work in the market gardens. She enjoys the outdoors, loves a good market, has a weakness for crochet, and going to support the arts. Melinda and her partner also love to eat out and are always open to new suggestions to try!

Latoya is a registered Oral Health Therapist who graduated from Auckland University of Technology 2012 with a Bachelor or Health Science in Oral Health. Prior to joining the Auckland Central Team in July 2022, Latoya practiced for 9 years across Auckland Clinics for the DHB as well as providing mentoring for colleagues and a Supervisor for Otago and AUT Oral Health students.

Her special interest is guiding patients to achieve and maintain gingival health all whilst providing individualised care in a gentle empathetic manner. Latoya is passionate in helping patients gain their confidence and she loves being a part of their journey to a healthier smile.

Outside working hours, she loves to spend time with family and friends. Being a mother of 2, they have a love for exploring the outdoors where you would usually catch them at their local beach.

Vaniya graduated in 2019 with a Bachelor of Oral Health. Her interests include utilising various techniques for delivering oral health information and adapting individualised care for hygiene practice.

Vaniya is most eager to accomplish and achieve a safe, reliable space with oral health care. To keep
consistent with learning new skills and adapt into practice with new techniques, new equipment and new information on oral health.

What Vaniya loves most about her job is interactions with patients, not only on their oral health and delivering information that might be new, but understanding their lifestyle and interests and finding the best way to incorporate good oral health habits.

Outside of the practice, Vaniya loves to be outside on walks with friends and discovering new scenic routes. She likes challenging herself to love running and building habits towards marathon running. She also enjoys swimming in waterfalls and waterholes in the evenings and experiencing interests with her younger sisters.

An interesting fact about Vaniya is that she gained her certificate in teaching kids how to swim in high school and taught swimming lessons after school for two years.