The Dental Company Pukekohe

Meet Our Team

The Dental Company Sanjay Madhav
Lead Dentist

Dr Sanjay Madhav

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.

The Dental Company Arun Pragji
Dentist

Dr Arun Pragji

Arun graduated from the University of Auckland in 1981 and gained his BSc biochemistry. He then went onto gain his BDS at Otago University. 

He has worked in his Private practice in Auckland since graduating. He now enjoys working with the team at Lumino.

He offers kind and caring dentistry.

Arun likes boating, fishing and likes a good laugh over a Craft beer.  He is also occasionally seen playing the didgeridoo.

The Dental Company Bill Bennison
Dentist

Dr Bill Bennison

Bill gained his general dental degree from Otago University. With an interest in conservative and restorative dentistry he continued his studies in London in restorative and implant dentistry. Bill’s early interest in implants allowed him to observe the changes in this exciting field, which have developed from cutting edge science to mainstream therapy. He gained his MGDS from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in London in 1993, pursuing excellence in general dentistry.

As a dedicated advocate for the New Zealand Dental Profession Bill is a current member of the New Zealand Dental Association, Auckland Dental Association and a founding member…
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Bill gained his general dental degree from Otago University. With an interest in conservative and restorative dentistry he continued his studies in London in restorative and implant dentistry. Bill’s early interest in implants allowed him to observe the changes in this exciting field, which have developed from cutting edge science to mainstream therapy. He gained his MGDS from the prestigious Royal College of Surgeons in London in 1993, pursuing excellence in general dentistry.

As a dedicated advocate for the New Zealand Dental Profession Bill is a current member of the New Zealand Dental Association, Auckland Dental Association and a founding member of the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentists.

Bill is passionate about providing his patients with the very best in personal care and affordable dental treatment.  His particular interests are surgical and prosthetic implant treatment, endodontics, restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Bill loves the outdoors – skiing, tramping, being in the mountains or at the beach – and spending time with his family.
Hasani
Oral Health Therapist

Hasani Kannangara

Hasani is a registered Oral Health Therapist (OHT) gaining her Bachelor of Oral Health degree from the University of Otago. As an oral health therapist, She is qualified to provide hygiene treatments to patients and also tend to adolescent patients dental needs under the NZ Adolescent Dental Benefit.

Hasani believes in a preventive approach to dentistry and does whatever she can to motivate her patients on their ongoing journey to maintaining excellent oral hygiene for healthy teeth and gums. In the future she wishes to expand her horizon to other aspects of dentistry such as cosmetic dentistry and orthodontic auxiliary.

Claire H
Oral Health Therapist

Claire Horscroft

Claire has been working in dentistry for over ten years. Initially starting as a Dental Assistant, she realised her passion for oral health and patient care, leading to her completing a Bachelor of Science in Oral Health at Auckland University of Technology.

As an Oral Health Therapist, Claire strives to educate patients of all ages on the importance of oral health and wellbeing. Her kind and caring approach allows patients to feel comfortable and at ease in the dental environment.

Claire has two young children. The eldest loves BMX’ing and competes all around the north island. In her spare time she enjoys going to CrossFit, and exploring the outdoors with family and friends.