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Doctors
Our Six Main Core Values
1. COMPETENCE
2. FAIRNESS
3. INTEGRITY
4. RESPONSIBILITY
5. RESPECT
6. SERVICE IN MIND
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Dr Vanina Lescano - Lower North Shore Sydney Branch
BDS, MDS
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Dr Vanina has been working for 15 years in clinical practice. She completed her orthodontic specialisation degree in Argentina at the prestigious University of Buenos Aires. She moved to Australia and completed her dental council examinations, and has since joined Full Face Orthodontics from 2020.
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Her passion is Early Interceptive treatment, in children, with a main focus on airway and sleep. Dr Vanina has a very thorough understanding of airway problems and its impact on children's facial growth and development, and behaviour and learning at school.
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In her spare time, Dr Vanina enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking Argentinian food and spending time with her family.
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Languages spoken: English, Spanish
Dr Isadora Barbisan - Lower North Shore Sydney Branch
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Dr Isadora graduated from the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul- Brazil in 2006 and completed her specialization in Orthodontics in 2010. After working for 13 years in private practice in Brazil, she moved to Australia and completed the Australian Dental Council examinations.
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Dr Isadora has comprehensive experience in Orthodontics, with both kids and adults, and is passionate about Early Interceptive Treatment. She loves treating kids and is known for her friendly and warm approach, ensuring that her patients feel welcome and relaxed.
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Outside of dentistry, she loves to spend time with her family and friends and enjoys nature and reading.
Dr Lina Carrillo - South Sydney Branch
Dr Lina Carrillo graduated from the Universidad Nacional Federico Villarreal from Lima-Peru as a Dental Surgeon in 1999, then she did a diploma in orthodontics, moved to Australia and after passing her ADC she attended further studies in orthodontics with Dr Derek Mahony, she went to work at several private practices offering orthodontic treatment while also working at Full Face Orthodontics at Harris Park fo about 4 years. She sees the mouth as the entry point for the whole body and always try to find the why of the problem of what people have to help them fix their issues. She constantly attends to courses to improve her knowledge. In her free time she likes to knit and crochet and plays soccer on the weekends. She enjoys her love for soccer with her 2 kids and husband who also play.
Dr M Javeed Rouf - Upper North Shore Sydney Branch
BDS, MDS Orthodontics (India)
Certified Invisalign provider.
Member of Australian Dental Association,
Member of Indian Orthodontic Society
Member of American Association of Orthodontists
Member of World Federation of Orthodontists
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“I love my job as I find it extremely rewarding. I believe working together with my patients is the best way to achieve optimal functional results and a beautiful smile. The best part of my job is getting to know my patients and then seeing their confidence grow as their treatment progresses.”
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Dr Javeed Rouf completed his Master’s Degree in Orthodontics, from India.
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He worked in the Northshore Auckland, NZ from 2002 to 2007.
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He then moved to Sydney and commenced work in private practice in Orthodontics.
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Outside of dentistry he loves playing cricket with his teenage son.
Dr Sara Youssefinia – West Sydney Branch
DDS, MS (Specialist Orthodontist)
Doctor of Dental Surgery 2002-2008
Master of Orthodontics 2010-2013
Associate Professor of Orthodontics 2014-2019
GradDip Ortho (City of London Dental School, UK) 2020-2023
Certified Invisalign/Spark Provider
Official MSE Technique Provider (Prof. Won Moon)
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Dr Sara Youssefinia completed her dental education and orthodontic residency in Tehran, Iran. After graduation, she worked at orthodontic department of dental faculty for 5 years, where she enhanced her skills in orthodontic research and practical skills. She has been treating orthodontic patients since 2013.
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Dr Youssefinia is actively involved in continuing professional development to ensure that her skills and knowledge stay at the forefront of clinical dentistry. She is highly skilled in all fields of Orthodontics with special interest in Early Interceptive treatment, Growth modification and Nonextraction treatment plans. Dr Sara has a very thorough understanding of airway problems and its impact on children's facial growth and development. She loves helping patients achieve their best smile.
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Language spoken: English and Farsi
Dr Eun Hwang – West Sydney Branch
Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Uni of Adelaide)
PGDip in Fixed and Removable Prosthodontics (King’s College London)
Orthodontic Mini Residencey by EODO
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Eun graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2007, where he earned several scholarships and prizes during his studies. Having undergone orthodontic treatment as an adult, Eun has a personal understanding of how early intervention can lay the groundwork for a beautiful, confident smile in the future.
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Eun has a special interest in early interceptive and fixed orthodontic treatments (braces). His approach focuses on holistic management, ensuring proper airway function, a balanced facial profile, and a full, harmonious smile.
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Outside of his professional life, Eun enjoys spending his free time on the golf course, where you’ll likely find him searching for his ball.
Dr Carl Pan – East Sydney Branch
BOHDSc, GDipDentl GDipOrtho (U.K), Fellow of FIADFE, FICCDE
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Dr Carl was educated at Sydney Boys’ High, before moving to the Gold Coast where he completed both his Bachelors and Post-Graduate Diploma in Dentistry with distinction. Furthermore, he has completed a 3 year postgraduate orthodontic degree from the City of London Dental School.
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Carl’s friendly and caring nature ensures that his patients always feel comfortable in the treatment that he provides.
Dr Alice Shan
BMedSc UNSW, DDS Melb, GradDipClinDent (Clear Aligner) CoLDS
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After obtaining a Bachelors in Medical Science from the University of New South Wales, Dr. Alice went on to complete her Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Melbourne in 2014 with numerous awards in academic achievement.
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Having undergone complex orthodontic treatment herself, Alice understands the life-changing impact a confident and healthy smile can have. Unsurprisingly, she has gravitated towards the area of orthodontics. Alice has completed a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Clear Aligner Orthodontics with the City of London Dental School, an Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedics program with the International Academy of Advanced Dentistry.
Alice believes in a holistic approach to Orthodontics, with emphasis on airway and childhood interceptive orthodontics. Her main focus is on creating beautiful, full smiles that enhance the facial profile, supported by healthy joints and airways. She believes that while surgery and tooth extractions still have a place in Orthodontics today, they can be avoided in many instances with good treatment planning and early intervention.
Outside of work, you will find Alice either outdoors with her dog Ollie, enjoying nature, or in the kitchen baking up a storm (with a dental podcast playing).
Dr Mohammed Al-Saeed - Geelong Branch
Invisalign Education Course by Southern Cross Dental. October 2016- November 2017
Invisalign Course by Invisalign (align). October 2018
Sleep Disordered Breathing by ODL Sleep Services
The Reality of TMD Through Pacific Smiles Dental Group
Cone Beam CT Radiation Licensing Theory Course and Examination. December 2018
Has completed 3 years of post-graduate Orthodontic training leading to a graduate Diploma in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedic from City of London Dental School.
MSE certified (Prof. Won Moon)
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I have strong interest in Oral Surgery, Dental Cosmetics, and Orthodontics. Patient satisfaction is my priority and I invest the best knowledge and effort I can in every case I start. I also enjoy working in the academic sector. I worked as a clinical instructor at the School of Dentistry in Latrobe University, VIC and as a lecturer in One Dental Academy for preparing dentists sitting the Australian Dental Council examinations.
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Having completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2004, Dr Mohammed has gone on to complete his Post graduate Diploma in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at the City of London Dental School, under the guidance of Dr. Derek Mahony. In addition, he has completed many courses in various aspects of General Dentistry, especially Oral Surgery and Implantology at University of Melbourne.
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Outside of dentistry, Dr Mohammed enjoys playing Tennis and Basketball.
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Language Spoken: English, Arabic
Dr. Vinita Dsouza – Melbourne Branch
BDS, MDS, India
Australian Dental Council Certified
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Dr. Vinita pursued her Bachelor of Dental Surgery and Masters in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics in one of the most prestigious universities in India following which she then taught at before calling Australia Home.
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She is known for her friendly and caring chair side manner which makes one feel at ease during their orthodontic visits.
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Vinita loves to talk, and by doing so, she builds strong and trusted relationships with her patients. She believes in providing Optimal Dental care to each Patient catering to their individual needs and in their best interest. As a mum of two, she’s very patient and kind with children and makes it a fun and pain free experience for them.
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She believes that Orthodontics is not only about aligning the teeth, but also the harmony of the whole face and airway to improve overall function and aesthetics. She treats each patient with dedication and detail, and helps them achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.
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Outside of work she enjoys to travel, meet new people of different cultures and loves spending time with her family and friends.
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Language spoken: English and Hindi
Dr Vivienne Tran - Melbourne Branch
Bachelor of Dental Science, Honours (Uni of Melb)
Graduate of The Comprehensive but Orthodontic and Dentofacial Orthopedics program by the International Academy of Advanced Dentistry.
Orthodontic Mini Residency by EODO
Certified Invisalign and Angel Align Provider
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Vivienne graduated from The University Of Melbourne with A Bachelor Of Dental Science (Honours) in 2009.
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Vivienne is a gentle and caring dentist who works thoroughly to help patients improve their smile and overall health. She is friendly and enjoys making genuine connections with all of her patients and their family. Her special interests include aesthetic dentistry and orthodontic treatment for children.
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Having two young children, Vivienne understands how important these formatives years are for optimal growth and development. She advocates for early orthodontic intervention where needed, to guide children’s jaw development and smile to its full potential. Creating healthy faces and beautiful smiles are Dr Vivienne’s greatest passions in Dentistry.
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Outside of dentistry, Vivienne enjoys calligraphy, graphic design, exploring good food around Melbourne and travelling. Her young family also enjoy the outdoors and hiking adventures. One of her monumental achievements was reaching the summit of Half Dome, Yosemite in the USA.
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Language spoken: English and Vietnamese
Dr Joyce Lin - Melbourne Branch
BDSc Hons (QLD)
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Dedicated dentist with a passion for orthodontics and early intervention, particularly drawn to its minimally invasive and preventive nature.
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Graduated in 2015 with a solid foundation in general dentistry, Dr Joyce is committed to providing exceptional care and lifelong learning, constantly seeking to enhance her skills and knowledge in various fields of dentistry. She thrives on learning from well-renowned leaders in the field to deliver the highest quality treatment to my patients.
Languages spoken: English and Mandarin
Dr Mary Phan - Melbourne Branch
After graduating from the University of Melbourne in 2005, Dr Mary Phan has established herself in private practice, managing to develop great rapport with all her patients. She truly enjoys coming to work every day, and loves to engage with our team of exceptional nurses to provide a fun and light environment, ensuring patients feel relaxed and comfortable while they receive the highest level of care. Dr Phan is particularly skilled in the management of children and especially those with special needs as well as highly anxious adult patients. In a short period of time, through her gentle, passionate and efficient nature of working, she is highly successful at converting these patients into calm and enthusiastic ones. Away from dentistry she enjoys cooking, squash and fencing.
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Languages spoken: English and Vietnamese
Dr. Sofia Monter - Melbourne (Malvern) Branch
Dr. Sofia has been practicing general dentistry since 1989. She finished her Master’s Degree in Orthodontics in 1992 from The Intercontinental University in Mexico City and practiced orthodontics for 8 years before moving to Australia in 2001.
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In order to be accredited in Australia, Dr. Sofia successfully presented the Australian Council examination with a major distinction as the most outstanding female candidate awarded by the Victorian Dental Women’s association in 2007.
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Since then, Dr. Sofia has attended numerous seminars and conferences, including a 2 years Mini Residency in Orthodontics at EODO in Sydney and has been a recipient of the prestigious Pierre Fauchard Fellowship in UK.
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Dr. Sofia has a special interest in Early Orthodontics that allows to pick up on dental problems and bad oral habits at an early stage and treat them to prevent major issues later on. She has over 25 years of experience on Orthodontics with braces for teenagers and adults and has also been accredited as a Clear Aligners provider with major brands.
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Dr. Sofia is very passionate about what she does and she also finds time for her other passions: her family, traveling, Pilates, going out and enjoying nature.
Dr. Tommy Chow - Brisbane Branch
Dr. Tommy Chow graduated from Griffith University in 2017 with a Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science and a Graduate Diploma in Dentistry. His academic achievements placed him in the top five percent of his cohort, earning him the Griffith Award for Academic Excellence. He later pursued further studies under the guidance of Dr. Derek Mahony, completing a three-year mini-residency in orthodontics (EODO) and gaining a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Orthodontics from the City of London Dental School.
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Dr. Tommy has a particular interest in early interceptive orthodontics, aiming to prevent the need for extractions later in life. He is passionate about improving his patients' quality of life not only by aligning teeth but also by addressing their airway health and facial development.
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His journey into dentistry was inspired by time spent at his mother’s dental clinic during his childhood. Despite having some traumatic dental experiences himself, he was deeply moved by the skill and kindness of the dentist at the clinic, who delivered comfortable dental care. That early exposure motivated him to pursue a career where he could offer the same gentle and compassionate approach to others. Today, he brings that ethos to his work at Full Face Orthodontics.
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Outside of dentistry, Dr. Tommy enjoys quality time with his family, especially with his eight-month-old son.