Takapuna Como Street

Meet Our Team

Takapuna Chris
Dentist

Dr Chris Ferreira

Chris graduated from the University of Pretoria, South Africa in 1984, and completed an honours degree in 1989. From 1984 he gained valuable experience, first working in the Defence Force medical services, followed by a period with the Department of National Health. He was in solo private practice in South Africa for 12 years before making the move to New Zealand in mid-2006.

He enjoys practising dentistry, maintaining a keen interest in cosmetic dentistry and implantology, and his goal is to provide high-quality care, professionally and ethically in a friendly and caring environment.

In his free time, he enjoys cycling, tramping, playing the piano, live theatre and reading.

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Dentist

Dr Daniel Kamariera

After graduating from Otago University in 1999 with his BDS, followed by nine years practising in London, Daniel is delighted to be working in the area that he grew up in. Having attended Westlake Boys in the 90s it is great to see the new developments in Takapuna and to be part of the team at Lumino The Dentists.

Daniel enjoys having the opportunity to connect with members of the local community and provide them with quality care. Dentistry is primarily about people and Daniel is a big believer in putting the patient first.

Daniel is interested in all aspects of General…

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After graduating from Otago University in 1999 with his BDS, followed by nine years practising in London, Daniel is delighted to be working in the area that he grew up in. Having attended Westlake Boys in the 90s it is great to see the new developments in Takapuna and to be part of the team at Lumino The Dentists.

Daniel enjoys having the opportunity to connect with members of the local community and provide them with quality care. Dentistry is primarily about people and Daniel is a big believer in putting the patient first.

Daniel is interested in all aspects of General Dentistry and the challenges and variety that it provides. He is also interested in cosmetic dentistry, especially in anterior wear. Daniel is passionate about staying at the forefront of dentistry and regularly attends courses to ensure that he provides the absolute best dental treatment.

Daniel is an avid foodie and loves cooking for friends and family. He also likes to travel, play squash and golf and loves watching rugby.

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Dentist

Dr Fleur Woolford

Dr Fleur Woolford graduated from the University of Otago in 2009 with Distinction and the Harvey Brown Prize for Excellence. She joined the Takapuna team in January 2018 and loves working with the passionate clinicians here.

Her main clinical interests include orthodontics, family and cosmetic dentistry, and minimal intervention work. A particular interest is using composite resin to create instant direct veneers which preserve as much tooth structure as possible. She believes in taking an overall view of the mouth, to avoid unwanted surprises. Fleur has a patient-focused approach with every treatment tailored to each person’s lifestyle, budget, and goals to…

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Dr Fleur Woolford graduated from the University of Otago in 2009 with Distinction and the Harvey Brown Prize for Excellence. She joined the Takapuna team in January 2018 and loves working with the passionate clinicians here.

Her main clinical interests include orthodontics, family and cosmetic dentistry, and minimal intervention work. A particular interest is using composite resin to create instant direct veneers which preserve as much tooth structure as possible. She believes in taking an overall view of the mouth, to avoid unwanted surprises. Fleur has a patient-focused approach with every treatment tailored to each person’s lifestyle, budget, and goals to help them have a smile they love!

Fleur regularly attends continuing education courses and has completed the Lumino Go programme, which guides clinicians to provide comprehensive, evidence-based dentistry.  

Fleur is a trustee for the New Zealand Dental Association Benevolent Fund, writes a column on sustainability in healthcare for the NZDA magazine, and is a stakeholder in the working group to support the well-being of healthcare workers. When not working, Fleur enjoys exploring Auckland with her husband and daughters.  

Takapuna Peter
Dentist

Dr Peter Rucastle

Peter graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1989. He has practiced both in the UK and in South Africa, owning his own practice in Johannesburg, before moving to New Zealand in 2016.

Peter believes in providing quality and lasting dental treatment options in a relaxed and virtually pain-free environment. He enjoys general dentistry but has a special interest in endodontics (root canals), Invisalign (moving teeth into ideal positions with clear plastic aligners), aesthetic dentistry, especially restoring worn teeth utilizing bonding, veneers, crowns, and whitening, as well as placing dental implants to replace missing teeth.

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Peter graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa in 1989. He has practiced both in the UK and in South Africa, owning his own practice in Johannesburg, before moving to New Zealand in 2016.

Peter believes in providing quality and lasting dental treatment options in a relaxed and virtually pain-free environment. He enjoys general dentistry but has a special interest in endodontics (root canals), Invisalign (moving teeth into ideal positions with clear plastic aligners), aesthetic dentistry, especially restoring worn teeth utilizing bonding, veneers, crowns, and whitening, as well as placing dental implants to replace missing teeth.

"Invisalign is an amazing orthodontic option to move teeth into ideal positions in order to facilitate better aesthetic outcomes, doing away with uncomfortable brackets and wires"

He enjoys being part of the experienced team at Takapuna, and constantly thrives to hone his skills by attending continuing education courses locally and abroad.

When he is not in the clinic, he is passionate about endurance sports and is an active triathlete, having recently completed the Taupo Ironman and a number of half Ironman's, as well as numerous cycling and half-marathon races.

Takapuna Teen
Hygienist

Teena Olsen-Smith

Teena has been with Lumino since the beginning of 2012, having completed her studies in dental hygiene and therapy at AUT in 2011.

Teena enjoys working within a team environment and she is passionate about achieving patient satisfaction. She loves helping adolescents and hygiene patients achieve their dental and hygiene goals.

When she’s not in the practice Teena keeps busy spending time with her family.

Teena works at Lumino Takapuna on Mondays as well as the alternate Thursdays.
Takapuna Michael
Hygienist

Michael Ralm

Michael graduated from the University of Otago School of Dentistry in 2002 with a Diploma of Dental Hygiene and is a member of the New Zealand Dental Hygienists Association.

By keeping up to date with the latest techniques in dentistry, Michael will make your visit a pleasant experience. He has a passion for maintaining dental health with a focus on preventing and controlling disease management which in turn can reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. By establishing a positive rapport with his patients and educating good oral health practices, Michael's aim is to help you keep your teeth…

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Michael graduated from the University of Otago School of Dentistry in 2002 with a Diploma of Dental Hygiene and is a member of the New Zealand Dental Hygienists Association.

By keeping up to date with the latest techniques in dentistry, Michael will make your visit a pleasant experience. He has a passion for maintaining dental health with a focus on preventing and controlling disease management which in turn can reduce the risk of tooth decay and gum disease. By establishing a positive rapport with his patients and educating good oral health practices, Michael's aim is to help you keep your teeth for life.

What Michael loves most about his role is the variety of people and personalities. He enjoys working in a team environment where he can bounce ideas and solutions to help some of our more challenging patient cases.

In his spare time Michael likes to stay fit at his local gym, he enjoys the outdoors - beach walks and fishing and practicing his culinary skills in the kitchen. Recently, Michael has taken up gardening and enjoys seeing the results of growing different vegetables and plants. 

Takapuna Jake
Clinical Technician

Jake Innes

Jake has a Diploma in Dental Technology, an Advanced Certificate in Clinical Dental Tech and is a member of the New Zealand Institute of Dental Technologists. He has been working as a clinical technician for 15 years and enjoys the hands-on creativity of designing and making new smiles. Jake also works out of Lumino The Dentists Red Beach.

His specialties include repairs, partial dentures, full upper and lower dentures.

When Jake is not busy working he likes to spend time with his family outdoors fishing, snorkelling, camping, hiking and skiing.

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Oral Health Therapist

Nada Fatouhi

Nada graduated as an Oral Health Therapist in 2009 from AUT.

She enjoys working with people to help them achieve better oral health. Her strengths are in working with people with dental anxiety and working with them to overcome their fear of dentistry.

Nada wants to pass on her knowledge to patients to achieve great oral health outcomes and enjoys working in a friendly team environment and meeting new patients.

Outside of the practice, Nada enjoys walking on the beach and going for coffee with her husband.

Chailani Francis
Oral Health Therapist

Chaitali Francis

Chaitali graduated with a BHSc (Oral Health) from the Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in 2009.

Chaitali's dental interests include preventative dentistry and minimally invasive dentistry. Her goals include building rapport and long term relationships with her patients for the best quality dental outcome.

The thing Chaitali enjoys the most about her job are her patients and the amazing, daily conversations with all of them.

Outside of work Chaitali enjoys gardening, cake decorating and spending time with her two beautiful daughters.

Her favourite place to be is at a nice restaurant with her friends having great chats over food and drinks. She is also a big fan of the Marvel Universe.

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Practice Manager

Karen Blay

Karen's goals for the practice are to provide great customer service and ensure every patient has a positive dental experience.

Karen enjoys meeting new people and working with a caring team in a busy practice.

Outside of work, Karen enjoys yoga and going to the beach but most of all she enjoys spending time with family and friends.

Her favourite place to be is on the water on her stand up paddle board or on her yoga mat. Karen also enjoys doing headstands and handstands to relieve stress and tension.