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…
Show more...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 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 Amanda Tong
Amanda graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in 2015 and brings over eight years of clinical experience in general dentistry. She has worked across diverse practices in Auckland and is now based in Hamilton, supporting her husband’s specialist training at Waikato DHB. As a clinician and mother of three, Amanda is dedicated to providing a compassionate and patient-focused dental care.
Dr Joyce Yu
Joyce grew up in Christchurch and graduated from the University of Otago in 2015 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with distinction. She has worked as a dental and maxillofacial house surgeon at the Dunedin Public Hospital and School of Dentistry. Since then, she has worked as a general dentist in Oamaru and Dunedin and has recently relocated to Hamilton with her young family.
Joyce’s caring and calm nature will put the nervous patient at ease. She enjoys all aspects of dentistry and is passionate about working with each individual to create a treatment plan that improves their health, smile and confidence. She is also fluent in Mandarin Chinese.
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.
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.
Jaanvi Sen
Jaanvi graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2024. She is dedicated to creating a comfortable and supportive environment for patients. Jaanvi enjoys empowering patients with the knowledge and tools they need to care for their oral health confidently. Outside of work Jaanvi loves exploring new places and spending quality time with her loved ones.
Shamita Kumar
Shamita graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health from Auckland University of Technology in 2024. She has always known that she wanted to pursue a career in healthcare, and quickly found her passion in oral health, particularly in preventative dentistry and working with children.
While continuing to build her experience, Shamita has developed a strong interest in cosmetic treatments such as teeth whitening and providing restorative care for patients under 18. After relocating to Hamilton following graduation, she has continued to expand her clinical skills and knowledge, always welcoming new challenges and opportunities to grow in her profession. Shamita has…
Show more...Shamita graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health from Auckland University of Technology in 2024. She has always known that she wanted to pursue a career in healthcare, and quickly found her passion in oral health, particularly in preventative dentistry and working with children.
While continuing to build her experience, Shamita has developed a strong interest in cosmetic treatments such as teeth whitening and providing restorative care for patients under 18. After relocating to Hamilton following graduation, she has continued to expand her clinical skills and knowledge, always welcoming new challenges and opportunities to grow in her profession. Shamita has a calm and gentle approach to dental care and loves to help her patients to feel at ease, especially those who may be nervous or anxious about dental visits. She is passionate about supporting patients on their oral health journeys and delivering care that is both effective and compassionate.