Rachel graduated from the University of Otago in 2011 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Distinction.

Since graduating, Rachel has worked in a variety of settings including Wellington and Kenepuru hospitals as well as regional and CBD private practices.

Rachel moved back home to Mosgiel last year to be closer to family. She currently enjoys tutoring at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago alongside private practice dentistry.

Rachel strives to deliver high quality dentistry that suits each patient's needs and expectations. She enjoys getting to know each patient, what they want to achieve, and what is important to them, and then combining her expertise and knowledge with this information to help patients choose the treatment that best suits them.

Outside of dentistry, Rachel enjoys spending time with her young family, continuous education and keeping active outside.

Fiona graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) from the University of Queensland in 2021. After graduation, she worked in a regional town in Queensland where she practiced all aspects of general dentistry. 

Fiona has a particular interest in preventative and restorative dentistry and always strives to ensure her patients feel comfortable and leave with a smile on their face. She believes strongly in the impact of a person’s smile on their emotional well-being, self-confidence, and overall health. This drives her to provide quality care for her patients.

Outside of work, you may find Fiona exploring your beautiful country by hiking, trying out local restaurants, and she can’t wait to hit the slopes. She also enjoys watching F1 and Netflix documentaries to unwind after a busy day.

Dr Jonty Schmidt graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2020. He began his career in the Hospital Dental Department at Christchurch Hospital, where he gained valuable experience in surgical, specialist, and medically complex care.

After his time in the hospital system Jonty moved into private practice, first in Christchurch and later in Queensland, Australia. Across these roles, he continued to grow his clinical skills while building a reputation for delivering high‑quality, patient‑focused care. Jonty enjoys all areas of general dentistry and has a particular interest in rehabilitation dentistry, helping patients restore function and confidence in their smiles. Jonty is excited to return to the wider Dunedin region, where he previously spent his student years, and looks forward to exploring more of the area’s incredible hiking trails.

Outside of dentistry, Jonty is an accomplished musician and a dedicated oboist. He has performed with various orchestras and ensembles throughout New Zealand and is keen to continue his musical involvement back in Dunedin.