Dr Martin Motswasele
Martin graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 2016. With nearly a decade of experience in rural New Zealand, he has developed a broad skill set in general dentistry, ranging from preventative and restorative care to oral surgery. His areas of interest are cosmetic dentistry, crown and bridge work and surgical extractions.
Known for his calm, thoughtful manner and problem-solving ability, Martin takes pride in providing high-quality dental care that’s both empathetic and efficient. He places great emphasis on patient education and believes in empowering patients to take charge of their oral health.
Outside…
Show more...Martin graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 2016. With nearly a decade of experience in rural New Zealand, he has developed a broad skill set in general dentistry, ranging from preventative and restorative care to oral surgery. His areas of interest are cosmetic dentistry, crown and bridge work and surgical extractions.
Known for his calm, thoughtful manner and problem-solving ability, Martin takes pride in providing high-quality dental care that’s both empathetic and efficient. He places great emphasis on patient education and believes in empowering patients to take charge of their oral health.
Outside of dentistry, Martin is a keen outdoor explorer and cyclist. He’s looking forward to exploring the Bay of Plenty and becoming part of the Whakatāne community.
Jill Ashenhurst
Jill graduated from Otago over 25 years ago as a Dental Hygienist. Her passion and her skills for Hygiene are driven by the constant upgrading of her knowledge. She loves all aspects of Hygiene but her main drive is treating Periodontal Disease. She loves the partnership with her patients and seeing the transition to good oral health.
Out of the surgery, Jill main love is her grandchildren, landscaping, renovating, and painting. She enjoys long beach walks at her doorstep.
Dr Justin Kearney
Justin is a visiting orthodontist from Bay Orthodontics in Tauranga. Inspired by his own experience of Orthodontic treatment as a teenager, Justin is passionate about helping both kids and adults achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. Originally from Ireland, he completed his dental training at University College Cork. He graduated with an honours degree receiving awards from both Irish and UK dental societies for his academic and clinical work.
While working as a general dentist in the UK, Justin completed a 3 year Masters degree in Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry at Kings College London. Following this, he earned a place on the Orthodontic…
Show more...Justin is a visiting orthodontist from Bay Orthodontics in Tauranga. Inspired by his own experience of Orthodontic treatment as a teenager, Justin is passionate about helping both kids and adults achieve healthy, beautiful smiles. Originally from Ireland, he completed his dental training at University College Cork. He graduated with an honours degree receiving awards from both Irish and UK dental societies for his academic and clinical work.
While working as a general dentist in the UK, Justin completed a 3 year Masters degree in Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry at Kings College London. Following this, he earned a place on the Orthodontic specialist training pathway and graduated with a Doctorate of Dental Sciences degree in Orthodontics from the University of Liverpool.
Justin has successfully completed Orthodontic specialist examinations at both the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh and the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. He was awarded the William Houston Gold Medal for achieving the highest mark amongst Orthodontists sitting the Royal College examinations across the UK, Australia and UAE. He also received an award from the British Orthodontic Society for the standard of his orthodontic clinical work.
In 2018, Justin made the move to New Zealand and is proud to call Tauranga his home. He is married to a Kiwi, Kimberley, and they have two young daughters. When he's not straightening teeth, your likely to see Justin out running or spending time with his young family.
To book an appointment with Justin, please phone Bay Orthodontics at (07) 577 0916.