Dr Alani Bartle
BChD (Cum Laude) - University of Pretoria
Alani Bartle was awarded her dentistry degree with Excellence from The University of Pretoria (South Africa) in 2002, receiving academic honorary colors and the clinical prize for Excellence in Periodontology.
Throughout the next 17 years, Alani worked in dental practices in Pretoria, Johannesburg and Rustenburg and has focused her professional development on all aspects of cosmetic dentistry including composite and ceramic restorations as well as orthodontics. Alani has been constantly upskilling herself, keeping up to date with the ever-evolving technology and latest techniques in all aspects of dentistry.
After immigrating to New Zealand…
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Alani Bartle was awarded her dentistry degree with Excellence from The University of Pretoria (South Africa) in 2002, receiving academic honorary colors and the clinical prize for Excellence in Periodontology.
Throughout the next 17 years, Alani worked in dental practices in Pretoria, Johannesburg and Rustenburg and has focused her professional development on all aspects of cosmetic dentistry including composite and ceramic restorations as well as orthodontics. Alani has been constantly upskilling herself, keeping up to date with the ever-evolving technology and latest techniques in all aspects of dentistry.
After immigrating to New Zealand in July 2019, she settled into Hamilton with her husband and two daughters and recently joined the Chartwell Dental Team after working in another local practice for two years.
At Chartwell Dental, Alani enjoys all aspects of general dentistry and is focused on gentle treatments to minimize discomfort, while providing long lasting dentistry of the highest quality. She believes in empowering patients to achieve the best oral health possible.
Alani has a passion for aesthetic dentistry and enjoys cosmetic work, facial aesthetics, and orthodontics. She loves the art of dentistry and enjoys performing Smile makeovers.
Alani is a member of the New Zealand Dental Association (NZDA) and the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (NZACD).
When not working, Alani enjoys spending time with her husband Clyde and two daughters. They love exploring the beauty of New Zealand together. Alani also loves gardening.
Dr Summer Kendall
BDS
Summer was born and raised in the Waikato, living in Temple View.
Summer studied at Hamilton Girls High School then went to the University of Otago to pursue a career in Dentistry. Summer was fortunate enough to graduate in 2019 and immediately returned home to start working.
Summer enjoys all aspects of Dentistry, particularly getting to interact with anxious patients and children as she understands that the extra time used to help them feel comfortable in the chair can help make the difference.
Summer also enjoys helping to educate patients about their oral health and making sure you feel…
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Summer was born and raised in the Waikato, living in Temple View.
Summer studied at Hamilton Girls High School then went to the University of Otago to pursue a career in Dentistry. Summer was fortunate enough to graduate in 2019 and immediately returned home to start working.
Summer enjoys all aspects of Dentistry, particularly getting to interact with anxious patients and children as she understands that the extra time used to help them feel comfortable in the chair can help make the difference.
Summer also enjoys helping to educate patients about their oral health and making sure you feel comfortable in the dental environment.
Summer is of Maori descent with Iwi affiliations to Tainui, Ngati Kahungunu on her Mothers side and Ngati Toa, Ngati Koata on my Father's side.
Summer is involved with the Maori Dental Association (Te Ao Marama) and is also an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints.
Summer recently got married in March of 2021 and enjoys spending time with her husband, friends and extended family particularly all her nieces and nephews. Summer also enjoys activities such as swimming, baking, and playing the piano.
Dr Brad Ngan
BDS
Originally from Te Awamutu, Brad graduated from Otago University in 1997 and began his first few years practicing in Levin then Auckland before heading off to the UK in 2000 to travel and experience a bit more of the world.
In between lots of overseas adventure and travel, I spent the next 20 years practicing in London where I enjoyed looking after a very diverse and loyal patient base.
During this time gained invaluable clinical experience whilst continually updating my skills and knowledge by attending numerous continuing education courses including several intensive yearlong post graduate certificate training courses in…
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Originally from Te Awamutu, Brad graduated from Otago University in 1997 and began his first few years practicing in Levin then Auckland before heading off to the UK in 2000 to travel and experience a bit more of the world.
In between lots of overseas adventure and travel, I spent the next 20 years practicing in London where I enjoyed looking after a very diverse and loyal patient base.
During this time gained invaluable clinical experience whilst continually updating my skills and knowledge by attending numerous continuing education courses including several intensive yearlong post graduate certificate training courses in Restorative Dentistry, Endodontics and Dental Implants.
Brad enjoys the daily challenge of general dentistry from fillings, extractions and ceramic restorations to root canals and more cosmetic and extensive rehabilitations. Brad has a particular focus on thorough diagnosis and prevention and prides himself on an honest and comprehensive approach to patient care. Brad believes in educating and empowering patients to help them achieve and maintain their own long term dental health. It feels great to be able to make a positive difference to people’s lives.
Outside of work Brad enjoys film, travel, cycling, gym and spending time with my partner and 2 young kids on our family weekend adventures rediscovering New Zealand all over again!
Rebecca Pit
Rebecca graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2013 with a dual degree in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy.
Originally from Hamilton her interest in dentistry began as a child and she became more fascinated in this field as she underwent 3 years of orthodontic work as a teenager. It has expanded in to a great passion which she brings into her practice every day. She believes that prevention is key and will always go the extra mile to help her patients to achieve great oral health.
She likes to live an active lifestyle as well as keeping herself busy. Some of Rebecca’s hobbies include attending music events, playing piano, cooking, surfing, snowboarding, caving and travel!
Sarah Kanaan
BHSc
Sarah graduated from AUT in 2018 with a Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health). She enjoys her role as an Oral Health Therapist and loves sharing her skills and knowledge with all the people she meets. She enjoys interacting with people, learning about their experiences and building long lasting patient relationships.
Sarah enjoys helping patients make a difference in their oral health through hands-on treatment and patient education on the importance of home care. She believes effective patient education results in greater awareness and motivation of self-management which benefits overall health.
Sarah enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Shivani Chandra
Fijian born Sivanjani (Shivani) Chandra graduated from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in 2020. After graduating she worked with the Waikato District Health Board and has now joined the Lumino Team.
Shivani enjoys looking after both adolescents and adult patients at our practices. She absolutely enjoys dentistry and caring for people. Her main aim is to help patients improve their oral health and to ensure her patients leave the practice with a great smile.
Outside of practice hours, Shivani enjoys spending time with her family and visiting new places. She is married to Kushal and is the proud mother of 2 children.
Robyn Smith
Robyn has been with Lumino since 2019 and joined the Chartwell & Rototuna Practices in October 2022. She comes from a background in the disability and health sector.
Robyn enjoys meeting and getting to know patients and ensuring that they feel welcome when they come into the practice.
Outside of the practice Robyn enjoys running, the great outdoors, traveling and spending time with her family.