Dr Linda Reithofer-Taylor
Originally growing up in Tauranga, Linda trained and qualified as a dentist at Otago University in 1980 where having graduated she taught at the University and then practised as an Itinerant Dentist in Australia serving several Aboriginal communities in remote areas and also as a practitioner at the Base Hospital in Cairns, Australia.
In the mid 1980's Linda travelled to the UK and forged a very successful career both as an Associate and later as a Practice Principal and owner. During this time she worked predominantly as a private dentist and within the NHS dental system in the 1980s. Linda…
Show more...Originally growing up in Tauranga, Linda trained and qualified as a dentist at Otago University in 1980 where having graduated she taught at the University and then practised as an Itinerant Dentist in Australia serving several Aboriginal communities in remote areas and also as a practitioner at the Base Hospital in Cairns, Australia.
In the mid 1980's Linda travelled to the UK and forged a very successful career both as an Associate and later as a Practice Principal and owner. During this time she worked predominantly as a private dentist and within the NHS dental system in the 1980s. Linda was a Vocational Trainer for newly qualified dentists’ as well as undertaking further qualifications at UCLAN University in Implantology and Bristol University in general Dental postgraduate studies.
Linda is passionate about dentistry and is complimented by her patients for her professional manner and ability to put clients and children at ease especially where they may appear anxious. She has over 35 years experience and has particular interests and skills in surgical extractions, root canal fillings, dentures, cosmetic procedures and treatments, and Dental Implants.
Personal interests focus mainly around her family, with her mother in Tauranga and her husband, three adult sons and two Maine Coon cats. Other interests are following Rugby and Cricket, crafts, walking and Mountain gazing when time allows.
Dr Ryan Smagalski
Ryan graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Dentistry in 2012 with a DDS (Doctor of Dental Surgery).
The most enjoyable part about his role is being able to relieve dental pain. Ryan’s clinical interests are cosmetic dentistry and oral surgery. He has also completed a one year general practice residency at Ellis Hospital in Schenectady, New York.
Ryan will talk your ear off about surfing and comedy. He feels very much at home in New Zealand and feels privileged to live here.
Dr Anne-Laure Murru
Anne-Laure graduated from Marseille, France in 2017. She went on to work in both private practices and the public health system in Paris and Marseille, before spending a year practising in Auckland.
Originally from France, Anne-Laure has been travelling between France and New Zealand for the past 10 years and has now decided to make New Zealand her permanent home.
Her clinical interests include restoring patients’ smiles and helping them regain confidence. She is passionate about relieving pain and ensuring her patients feel comfortable and at ease during treatment.
Outside of work, Anne-Laure enjoys baking French pâtisseries.
Claire Horscroft
Claire has been working in dentistry for over ten years. Initially starting as a Dental Assistant, she realised her passion for oral health and patient care, leading to her completing a Bachelor of Science in Oral Health at Auckland University of Technology.
As an Oral Health Therapist, Claire strives to educate patients of all ages on the importance of oral health and wellbeing. Her kind and caring approach allows patients to feel comfortable and at ease in the dental environment.
Claire has two young children. The eldest loves BMX’ing and competes all around the north island. In her spare time she enjoys going to CrossFit, and exploring the outdoors with family and friends.
Amanda van der Merwe
Amanda graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy from the University of Otago in 2023.
From a young age, she knew that she would like to work in healthcare, and in 2019, she decided to follow her ambition and combine her love for people and her appreciation for finer details to pursue a career in dentistry.
During her studies, she had the ability to learn and collaborate with a variety of different dental specialities, which allowed her to practice and perfect her skills in restorative therapy for children under the age of 18 years, tooth whitening, dental hygiene and…
Show more...Amanda graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy from the University of Otago in 2023.
From a young age, she knew that she would like to work in healthcare, and in 2019, she decided to follow her ambition and combine her love for people and her appreciation for finer details to pursue a career in dentistry.
During her studies, she had the ability to learn and collaborate with a variety of different dental specialities, which allowed her to practice and perfect her skills in restorative therapy for children under the age of 18 years, tooth whitening, dental hygiene and preventative periodontal treatment.
Amanda is passionate about taking a proactive, culturally safe and inclusive approach to fulfil the dental needs of her patients and her community. She takes pride in providing excellent patient-centred, evidence-based care to ensure that people get the dental treatment they need to promote overall health and boost their confidence.
She aims to maintain a good work-life balance and enjoys hiking, reading, cooking and exploring new places. She can speak Afrikaans and English and has recently decided to educate herself in New Zealand Sign Language.
Jasmin Chhabda
Jasmin, Oral Health Therapist, graduated from the Auckland University of Technology in 2022.
She always wanted to work in healthcare and was passionate about creating a beautiful smile and healthy gums.
She likes doing composite restorations, fissure sealants, fissure protections, extractions for young kids, dental hygiene. She is passionate and determined about helping people receive the desired
dental treatment needed and possess the skills to manage dental anxiety and phobia in seeking the treatment they require.
Outside of work, Jasmin enjoys spending time with her family and friends, cooking and gardening
Georgia Cameron
Kaye Woodward
Kaye’s main goal is to ensure patients have a positive experience at our practice and would recommend us to others. Her favourite part of her job is the team she works with and the patients.
Outside of the practice, Kaye enjoys spending time with family and friends. Being outdoors - walking, gardening and spending time at the beach. Her favourite place to be is in Australia with her grandchildren and also Cooks Beach on the Coromandel Peninsula
Natasha Adams
