Experienced dental care, right here in Dapto

Meet Our Dentists

Our Dapto dental team brings together dentists with experience across family dentistry, restorative care, dental implants, whole mouth rehabilitation including all on 4 implants, wisdom teeth removal, cosmetic dentistry and other areas of general dental care. Get to know our dentists, their areas of clinical interest and the experience they bring to caring for patients and families across Dapto and the Illawarra.

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The Dapto Dentists team standing together in the clinic.

A Team With Diverse Clinical Experience

Our dentists bring different areas of experience and clinical interest to Dapto Dentists. This allows us to provide a broad range of dental care within the practice and, where appropriate, coordinate treatment between clinicians. Whether you're visiting for a routine check-up or considering treatment such as dental implants, wisdom teeth removal or cosmetic dentistry, our team can help arrange an appointment with an appropriate dentist.

Principal Dentist

Dr. Beena Kurian

Dr Beena Kurian is the Principal Dentist at Dapto Dentists and brings more than 19 years of experience in general dentistry. She provides comprehensive dental care for adults and families, with particular interests in restorative dentistry, implant-supported restorations, cosmetic dentistry and long-term family dental care. Dr Kurian takes a calm and attentive approach to dentistry and places importance on understanding each patient's oral health needs, concerns and treatment goals. She incorporates contemporary treatment planning and digital dental technology where appropriate and continues to undertake professional development across restorative and general dentistry. Dr Kurian also plays an important role in supporting the clinical standards and patient-centred approach of the Dapto Dentists team.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

General Dentistry
Family Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Implant-Supported Restorations

Australian Dental Association

Patients looking for ongoing family dental care, children's dentistry, restorative treatment or cosmetic options may wish to book with Dr Beena.

Languages: English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam

Outside the clinic, Dr Beena enjoys travelling, cooking and spending time with her family. She also participates in community projects in Australia and India.

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Registration: DEN0001670945

Dentist

Dr. Mohit Tolani

Dr Mohit Tolani brings more than 10 years of experience across public and private dentistry and provides a broad range of general, restorative and surgical dental care. He has particular clinical interests in dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, cosmetic dentistry and comprehensive restorative treatment planning. Dr Tolani also enjoys working with patients who may feel anxious about dental treatment and aims to provide clear explanations and a calm, supportive experience. His ongoing professional development includes advanced training in implant dentistry and related restorative treatment, supporting his interest in managing both straightforward and more complex tooth-replacement cases.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

Dental Implants
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Restorative Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Veneers
General Dentistry
Care for Anxious Patients

Advanced training in implant dentistry and augmentation
Fellowship in Implant Dentistry – International Congress of Oral Implantologists

Australian Dental Association
Fellowship in Implant Dentistry through ICOI
Fellowship of the International College of Dentists

Patients considering dental implants, wisdom tooth assessment or cosmetic treatment may wish to book with Dr Mohit.

Languages: English

Dr Mohit is active in community and professional initiatives focused on health literacy and access to dental care. Outside work, he enjoys discovering new restaurants and travelling with family and friends.

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Registration: DEN0002068331

Dentist

Dr. Pat Pandey

Dr Pat Pandey brings more than 20 years of experience in general and surgical dentistry, with particular clinical interests in minor oral surgery and wisdom tooth removal. He is known for a calm and patient-centred approach and places particular importance on helping patients understand surgical dental treatment and what to expect before and after their procedure. Alongside surgical dentistry, Dr Pandey provides general and restorative dental care and continues to undertake professional development to maintain and expand his clinical skills.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

Wisdom Teeth Removal
Minor Oral Surgery
Surgical Extractions
General Dentistry including RCT
Restorative Dentistry
Emergency Dental Care

Bachelor of Dental Surgery – University of Pretoria, South Africa
Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry – University of the Western Cape

Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (MRACDS)
Australian Dental Association

Patients seeking a wisdom tooth assessment, surgical extraction, root canal treatment or general dental care may wish to book with Dr Pat.

Languages: English

Dr Pat participates in community dental initiatives in Dapto. Away from dentistry, he enjoys travel, food, cricket and time with family and friends.

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Registration: DEN001657332

Dentist

Dr. Irena K. Stojkovski

Dr Irena Stojkovski provides comprehensive general dentistry with a strong emphasis on preventive care, patient comfort and early intervention. She graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2017 and has clinical experience across Australian and international dental settings. Known for her calm and approachable manner, Dr Stojkovski enjoys caring for patients of different ages and helping families maintain their oral health over the long term. She continues to undertake professional development and incorporates contemporary techniques into her day-to-day clinical care.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

General Dentistry
Preventive Dentistry
Family Dentistry
Restorative Dentistry
Children's Dentistry

Qualifications

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (2017)

Training

Ongoing professional development in contemporary general dentistry and dental technology

Individuals and families seeking check-ups, preventive care and ongoing general dentistry may wish to book with Dr Irena.

Languages: English, Macedonian, Serbian

Dr Irena lives in Wollongong with her husband and children. Outside work, she enjoys travelling, spending time with family and exploring local restaurants.

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Registration: DEN0002588051

Dentist

Dr. Omar Ahsan

Dr Omar Ahsan has provided dental care within the Illawarra for many years and has particular clinical interests in dental implants, smile design and comprehensive restorative treatment. His approach combines detailed treatment planning with an emphasis on understanding each patient's oral health concerns and treatment goals. Dr Ahsan incorporates digital dental technology into treatment planning where appropriate and has undertaken additional professional development in implant dentistry and full-mouth rehabilitation.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

Dental Implants
All on X Implants
Full-Mouth Rehabilitation
Cosmetic Dentistry
Smile Design
Restorative Dentistry

Advanced training in implant dentistry and augmentation
Fellowship in Implant Dentistry – International Congress of Oral Implantologists

Patients considering dental implants, complex tooth replacement, veneers, cosmetic dentistry or clear aligners may wish to book with Dr Omar.

Languages: English

Outside dentistry, Dr Omar enjoys nature, motorcycles and surfing. He also participates in motorcycle-community initiatives that raise awareness of men's mental health.

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Registration: DEN0001957701

Dentist

Dr. Farah Diba Tahity

Dr Farah Diba Tahity provides general dental care for adults and children, with clinical experience in Australia and overseas. She completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2013 and obtained Australian dental registration in 2019. Her interests include restorative and cosmetic dentistry, early orthodontic care for children and clear aligners for adults. She continues postgraduate training to develop her clinical knowledge. Dr Farah takes a gentle, patient approach, particularly with children and people experiencing dental anxiety. She listens to patients’ concerns and explains treatment clearly.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

General Dentistry
Cosmetic Dentistry
Early Orthodontic Assessment and Treatment for Children
Clear Aligner Treatment for Adults
Airway-Focused Orthodontics
Care for Anxious Patients

Qualifications

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (2013)
Graduate Diploma in Prosthodontics and Dentofacial Aesthetics — Australia

Training

Australian Dental Council assessment process completed; Australian dental registration obtained in 2019
Currently undertaking a Maxi Residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopaedics — Australia

Adults and children seeking general dental care, cosmetic options or orthodontic assessment, including patients who feel anxious about treatment, may wish to book with Dr Farah.

Languages: English, Bengali, Hindi

Outside dentistry, Dr Farah enjoys cooking, listening to music and travelling. She is delighted to be part of the team at Dapto Dentists and looks forward to caring for individuals and families within the local community.

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Registration: DEN0002298770

Dentist

Dr. Ayesha Panta

Dr Ayesha Panta graduated in 2017 and has clinical experience in Tasmania and the Illawarra. She provides general dental care for patients of all ages, with interests in preventive, restorative and cosmetic dentistry and preventive orthodontics for children.

Practises at Dapto Dentists

Preventive and family dentistry
Restorative dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry
Preventive orthodontics for children

Qualifications

Bachelor of Dental Surgery (2017)

Training

Clinical experience across Tasmania and the Illawarra

Australian Dental Association

Adults and families seeking preventive, restorative or cosmetic dental care, including parents with questions about a child's dental development, may wish to book with Dr Ayesha.

Languages: English, Nepali, Hindi, Bangla

Dr Ayesha enjoys connecting with patients from different cultural backgrounds. Outside dentistry, she enjoys travelling and spending time with her family.

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Registration: DEN0002747307

Ready to Meet Your Dentist?

Whether you're booking a routine check-up or would like to discuss dental implants, wisdom teeth, cosmetic dentistry or another dental concern, our Dapto team can help arrange an appropriate appointment.

Book an Appointment Call (02) 4214 8816

Our Sister Practices

Connected Across The Illawarra

Dapto Dentists is part of the Illawarra Dentists group, with sister practices located in Woonona and Shellharbour.

Woonona Dentists

379 Princes Hwy, Woonona NSW 2517

Shellharbour Dentists

Suite 7, 9-25 Captain Cook Drive, Barrack Heights NSW 2528