Sanjay qualified as a dentist (BDS) at Otago in 1986. Upon graduating, Sanjay started working in the first private A&E clinic in Auckland, later setting up his own A&E clinic at Takanini, while also operating a general practice in Pukekohe since 1991.
Sanjay has an interest in general dentistry (in particular implants and root canals) and cosmetic dentistry to improve a patient’s smile. He has a conservative approach and is a current member of the New Zealand Dental Association, Auckland Dental Association, and New Zealand Society of Endodontic.
Outside of work Sanjay enjoys playing hockey and also is a keen gardener and likes landscaping.
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Dr John Hodgson graduated in 1973 with a BDS and in 1982 with a MDS in Orthodontics from the University of Otago.
You could say dentistry runs in his blood, Dr Hodgson’s own father was an orthodontist and he says he has fond and fascinating memories of assisting him many years ago.
Dr Hodgson describes the work he does as a form of art and says he loves seeing the joy in his patients (and parents of patients) once treatment has been completed.
Louise graduated from Otago Polytechnic in 2000, as a Registered Dental Hygienist. Louise’s dental interests includes preventive oral health, whitening and helping people achieve the smile they want.
Louise enjoys meeting new people and developing long term relationships within her role. When Louise isn’t attending professional development courses, she is kept busy by her two daughters and husband. Outside of work she is also treasurer for the school PTA.
Gabby graduated from AUT in 2017 with a Bachelor of Health Science (Oral Health) as an Oral Health Therapist. Gabby finds it important to keep up to date with the latest research, products and technology and does so through self-study and attending dental conferences and workshops.
Gabby’s dental interests include preventative oral health. She believes that educating patients effectively leads to improved understanding, motivation and encouragement of self-management, thus not only benefiting their oral health but their overall health and wellbeing.
Outside of work, Gabby enjoys spending time with her family and friends. She has an interest in theology, loves travelling, being outdoors, watching Netflix and trying new foods.
Chloe graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science in Oral Health from Auckland University of Technology (AUT) in 2019.
Her main goal is to help patients improve their oral health and making sure her patients leave happy.
She enjoys helping people and improving their confidence.
Outside of the practice Chloe enjoys traveling and spending time with family and friends.
She enjoys going away on weekends. Her favourite place it be is Ruapehu, Queenstown, Raglan or Taupo.