Meet the Team at Bank Street Dental Whangarei

Teresa graduated from the University of Otago with a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred dental care. After working in both the UK and Auckland the family relocated to Northland. Over the course of Teresa’s career, she developed a special interest in orthodontics - particularly Invisalign - helping patients achieve confident, natural-looking smiles through modern treatment options.

Being a member of MZIMID (New Zealand Institute of Minimally Invasive Dentistry), Teresa is committed to preserving natural tooth structure and promoting long-term oral health through minimally invasive techniques.

One of Teresas’ favourite parts of dentistry is giving people back the gift of a smile – seeing the transformation in both confidence and wellbeing is incredibly rewarding.

Outside of work, life has entered a new and exciting chapter now that her children have left home. She enjoys more time with her dogs and has recently taken up sailing with her husband, sharing in the adventure of learning something new together.

Dr Ivie graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from Queen Mary University of London in 2022 and has since developed a broad range of clinical experience across hospital and community dental settings.

Following graduation, Ivie undertook further training in Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, alongside experience in community dentistry and general practice. These diverse roles have allowed her to develop a well-rounded approach to patient care and an ability to support patients with a wide range of dental needs.

Known for her friendly and approachable nature, Ivie is passionate about creating a positive and comfortable experience for every patient. She enjoys building strong relationships with her patients and takes the time to ensure they feel listened to, supported, and involved in their treatment decisions.

Ivie has a particular interest in oral surgery and finds it especially rewarding to help patients find relief from pain and discomfort while improving their oral health. She is committed to continually expanding her skills and knowledge to provide the highest standard of care.

Outside of dentistry, Ivie enjoys Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, reading, swimming, and exploring the outdoors.

Justine qualified as a Dental Hygienist at The Eastman Dental Institute, London and worked across London, Hertfordshire and Buckinghamshire before going on to complete a further qualification in Dental Therapy at the University of Bristol, a profession known as Oral Health Therapy in New Zealand. Justine excelled in both disciplines and was awarded prizes at both dental schools.
 
With more than four decades of experience in dentistry, she has developed a particular passion for the prevention and management of periodontal disease and is dedicated to helping patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health.
 
Justine takes a thorough, compassionate and evidence-based approach to patient care. She particularly enjoys building trusting relationships with her patients and supporting them in the treatment and prevention of gum disease, aiding them in understanding their oral health and helping them feel confident.
 
Outside of her clinical work, Justine enjoys keeping active, cooking and pursuing a range of creative interests.