We strive to provide exceptional dental care and patient education delivered by a dedicated, friendly, caring team. We strive to provide affordable, high quality, comfortable dentistry, while treating every patient with respect, dignity and concern to develop a life-long relationship based on trust and friendship.
Dr Upeka Chandrawansa, Dentistry, Griffith University, QLD
Dentist
School/Training
- North Sydney Girls High School, Sydney, NSW
- Griffith University, Gold Coast, QLD
Special Awards
- Recipient of the Griffith Award for Academic Excellence 2011 (Awarded to the top 5% of students)
- Recipient of the Nair Prize for Oral Medicine 2011 (Awarded to the student with the highest mark for Oral Medicine)
How long have you been with the practice?
Two years
What do you love about your job?
I am an enthusiastic, highly committed dentist who is dedicated to providing comprehensive patient care. I have extensive experience in both the public and private sector in metropolitan and rural areas. In my job, what I enjoy the most is putting a smile back on a patient – whether it is helping restore a missing tooth or relieving a patient out of pain from a toothache. It gives me an opportunity to help the community to enhance the oral health of people and transform the lives of my patients. It’s one of the most satisfying feelings when my patients make a change in their oral health habits, like introducing flossing and seeing the positive effects as they routinely come for their six-month check-ups. I also get to work in a multidisciplinary team which includes my passionate and friendly staff members to make our patients feel at ease.
I strive to keep up high standards in my dental work by going to multiple continuing professional development courses. Currently, I am enrolled in postgraduate studies in orthodontics a
comprehensive two-year course that will allow me to utilise orthodontics to help straighten teeth with Clear Aligners such as Invisalign and Braces. I hold an ongoing membership with Dental Protection Limited and the Pennant Hills Dental Study Club.
I enjoy meeting new patients, especially seeing families and children who are our future generation. I love working together with my patients to cater to their individual needs and circumstances.
Hometown
Sydney
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I try and stay fit by competing in multiple sporting activities such as being a part of an Oztag and Netball team. I also enjoy running, and I have participated in multiple Sydney Morning Herald Half Marathons and City2Surf.
- I am always excited to watch the latest musicals and hike the great outdoors with friends.
- I am also up to date with multiple Netflix TV shows and movies.
- I love travelling and exploring both Australia and the rest of the world.
- I have participated in multiple Dental Volunteering programs in Cherbourg (QLD), and recently in 2019, I went to Cambodia to help children who have limited access to dental facilities.
Dr Timothy Le, Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science / Graduate Diploma of Dentistry
Dentist
Dr Timothy Le joined our dental practice in 2018. Dr Le is originally from Sydney and graduated with honours and the Griffith Award of Academic Excellence.
As a dentist, Dr Le truly appreciates the positive impact that a healthy, attractive smile can have on a person’s life. He also enjoys seeing patients return to their appointments with a more positive state of mind than when they first came in.
When away from the clinic, you will often find Dr Le travelling and cooking. He loves learning about new cultures and cuisines. He aims to travel to 50 countries by the time he is 50 years. Old.
On the weekends, Dr Le might also take on a few cooking classes or enjoy making his favourite dish at home – Singapore Chilli Crab.
Kelly
Receptionist
Kelly earned her Certificate III in Dental Assisting and joined our dental practice in 2014. She originally comes from the Central Coast and is a true animal lover, attending horse shows and mounted archery competitions. She also enjoys a catch up with family and friends.
As someone who loves helping people, Kelly truly enjoys the chance to see how our dentists can change peoples’ lives with a beautiful smile.
Kim
Dental Assistant
Kim grew up on the Central Coast and earned her Certificate III in Dental Assisting. She joined Eclipse Dental when it opened six years ago and loves being able to help people. She also enjoys working in such a friendly and supportive environment with amazing people.
When away from the clinic, Kim is the mum of three beautiful boys. As a family, they enjoy going to the beach and exploring Australia in their caravan.
Deanne
Dental Assistant
Deanne has lived on the Central Coast for over 30 years. She earned her Certificate III in Dental Assisting Certificate and became a part of our dental family early in 2019.
She values the opportunity to help patients feel relaxed and have a smile they love.
As the mum of a teen daughter, Deanne spends time with her shopping, going to the movies and visiting the beach.
Cassandra
Cassandra attended Wadalba Community School and earned her Certificate III in Dental Assisting from TAFE NSW. She also has a Certificate IV in dance with a diploma in musical theatre.
After joining our practice in early 2019, Cassandra realised how much she enjoyed the opportunity to meet new and different people. She also loves seeing how our dentist transforms patients' smiles for the better.
Michaela
Dental Assistant
Michaela is originally from Nelson, New Zealand and earned her Certificate III in Dental Assisting. She joined our practice in 2018 and loves the opportunity to learn new things every day in the ever-changing field of dentistry.
When she is away from the clinic, you will find Michaela camping, at the gym, lifting weights or anything outdoors or at the beach with the kids.