Meet the staff

Marianne

Marianne joined our practice as a dental therapist in 2001.

She is an outstanding dental therapist with a vast amount of experience in treating children through to adults. She also has the important role of coordinating the clinical operations and staff for all of our practices. Marianne works at all of our offices. She enjoys running, keeping fit and baking for loved ones including us.

Jenni

Jenni originally worked with Dr Southall prior to having a family, she rejoined our field and practice in 2010 after returning from Melbourne.

Jenni is great at motivating our patients at achieving the best out of themselves during their orthodontic treatment. Jenni works in our Fremantle, Mt Hawthorn and Swanbourne offices. She enjoys spending time with her family and travelling.

Kim

Kim joined our practice in 2014 as a dental hygienist. She has a vast amount of experience in orthodontics, having worked in the field for over 10 years. She brings with her her warmth, friendliness and clinical experience to our patients and our team. Kim works predominantly in our Mindarie and Mt Hawthorn offices.

She enjoys her family time, cooking and travel. 

Harriet

Harriet joined our practice as a dental hygienist in 2016. 

Harriet brings out only smiles in our patients, they love her fun and positive outlook on life and their orthodontic treatment. Our teen and young patients really appreciate her open and direct approach and communication. 

Harriet works in all of our offices. She is also a fully qualified yoga instructor, loves the beach, surfing and snowboarding. 

 

 

Natasha

Natasha joined our practice in 2017 as a dental therapist. She has worked in orthodontics for over 20 years and has extensive clinical experience. Her calm and reassuring demeanor with patients along with her knowledge and experience in the field of orthodontics, are warmly regarded amongst her patients and our team. Natasha works within our Dunsborough office location.

Natasha enjoys the arts, painting and baking.

Marie

Marie has enjoyed a rewarding career in Orthodontics for over 20 years. Marie prior joined our practice in 2021 and her philosophy is to ensure that the patient has a great visit every time.  She offers her knowledge, experience, comfort and care in droves. 

Marie enjoys the art of baking, caring for loved ones and spending time with her close family.  

Louise

Louise graduated her Oral Health Therapy degree from Curtin University, having then worked in both the public and private sectors, in general dentistry and surgical practice. Working within the School Dental Service, Louise gained substantial experience in working with children of all ages. Louise joined our STO team in 2022 and is a natural in the field of orthodontics, working with great skill, efficiency and gentle care for our patients. 

Louise enjoys building and design, travel and exploring Perth's new venues. 

Siobhan

Siobhan joined our dental therapy team in 2022, with extensive clinical experience and many years worked in general practice. Siobhan's keen interest in the specialist field of orthodontics, together with her passion for helping patients of all ages achieve their perfect smile, means her patients are always in caring and capable hands.  

Siobhan enjoys the outdoors, spending time with loved ones and cooking. 

Erin

Erin joined our clinical team in 2021. Erin's keen interest in Orthodontics lead her to focus her clinical skills and expertise within our specialist orthodontic field and STO practice. Erin was awarded the MIPS prize for the Most Outstanding Student in the Oral Health Therapy course and awarded a place on the Vice-Chancellors List for recognition of academic excellence. Her calm, caring nature and clinical skills are an asset to our team. 

Erin enjoys reading and crocheting, is a keen runner and fitness enthusiast. 

Isabella

Isabella joined our practice in 2026,  having worked extensively in both private general dental practice and specialist orthodontic services.  Dentistry is part of Isabella's family, and she has a longstanding passion for caring for her local community as a trusted health professional. With extensive clinical experience in both general practice and orthodontics, combined with her natural clinical ability and caring approach, Isabella ensures every patient feels comfortable, confident and well cared for throughout their treatment. 

Isabella enjoys travel and adventure, cooking and an active lifestyle.

 

Irinnela

Irinnela joined our clinical team in 2025. She completed her Bachelor of Oral Health Therapy at Curtain University. Her interest in dentistry was sparked by her family  background in dental technology and digital workflows, giving her an appreciation for both the clinical and technological aspects of the profession. Born in Europe and raised in South Africa before her family settled in Perth, Irinnela brings a warm, personable and wordly perspective to her patient care. Her natural ability to connect with patients ensures excellent communication and a positive experience throughout their treatment. Iri has a particular passion for orthodontics and enjoys helping patients feel confident and supported throughout their smile journey. 

Irinnela loves travelling and exploring, in particular Melbourne's trendy offerings. She is an avid and competitive tennis player and loves to stay fit. 

Dana

Fremantle

Dana joined our Smile Time team in 2025. She completed her studies in Europe in the fields of Economics, Business administration and human resources. Her journey to Australia lead her to the field of Dentistry administration in Sydney and now in the Specialist Orthodontic field within Smile Time Orthodontics. 

Dana is passionate about patient care, optimal systems and her human resources team to assist the smooth runnings of her practice. Her patience and care along with extensive experience means we are all in great hands. 

Dana enjoys drawing and painting, cooking,  health and fitness and travel.

 

Neasha

Mindarie

Neasha joined our team in 2025 as the practice manager of our Mindarie office. Neasha has 20 years of experience in specialist orthodontic services, having worked across front office administration, clinical assisting and treatment coordinating. In addition, she worked within Orthodontic practice consultancy across Australia and New Zealand. Neasha's commitment and passion for orthodontics is clear in her strong leadership, extensive knowledge and experience and guidance of her patient community and team. Her expertise, great communication and radiant positivity, make her an asset to our team in Mindarie and the greater STO family.   

Neasha loves challenging motorcycle rides, listening to rock, spending time with her family and supporting her talented children's sporting endevours.  

Kathryn

Mt Hawthorn 

Kathryn joined our team in 2025 as our practice manager in Mt Hawthorn. Kathryn brings with her extensive experience in Dental practice administration and patient services, having worked in general dentistry for over 20 years. Having lived in the South West for a large portion of her professional career, Kathryn's enjoying Specialist Orthodontic services and management of our Mt Hawthorn clinic. Her positivity, humour,  leadership and customer care is really valued by patients, staff and parents. 

Kathryn enjoys time out with friends and exploring Perth, loves her dog Luna and entertaining us with country music playlists in the clinic.

Fernanda

Cottesloe

 Fernanda became the practice manager of our Cottesloe office in 2022, having substantial customer service and business managerial experience. Fernanda has fantastic interpersonal and organisational skills, a high attention to detail and wonderful team approach. We are so lucky to have Fernanda on our team, our patients love to work with her. 

Fernanda enjoys travelling to Brazil to spend time with her family, going to the beach and music. 

Cheryl

Dunsborough

 Cheryl joined our team in 2025 as our practice manager in Dunsborough. Cheryl brings with her extensive experience in medical reception and practice management positions. Coupled with strong people and communication skills, both our community and team benefit  from Cheryl's  ability to build strong rapport and positivity around her. 

Born and raised in South Africa, with nearly 20 years in WA, Cheryl has developed a true love and appreciation for the beauty of life in the South West.  She particularly enjoys being active locally and participates in pilates, golf and tennis.  

Shelley

Shelley has enjoyed over 15 years of business and administration experience, more recently in the healthcare sector. Shelley joined our STO administration team in 2022 and really enjoys integrating her experience with patient care and health services. Her clear communication skills, warmth, smiles and directed approach, ensure our families needs are well looked after. 

Shelly enjoys spending time with her family, health, fitness and outdoor activities. 

Robyn

Robyn joined our practice in 2019 and works with our team in Dunsborough. Robyn has extensive knowledge and experience in the field of dentistry, both within dental assisting and reception roles. She enjoys the extension into the field of orthodontics and helping our Dunsborough team in all fields of treatment coordinating, dental assisting and reception. Robyn's personable approach, empathy and understanding for our patients as well as her diverse skills set makes her an asset to our Dunsborough community and orthodontic team. 

Robyn enjoys yoga, surfclub and the travel.

Diane

Diane has been an Orthodontic treatment coordinator for over 22 years and has been with our practice since 2004.

She coordinates and communicates treatment within the practice, with referring dentists and most importantly with our patients and families. Diane is so friendly and informative, you will always know exactly what to expect. Diane works in all four of our offices. She loves travel, spending time with friends and family, and most of all our Perth sunrises.

Rosie

Rosie joined our STO team in 2021, with a keen interest in administration and health care. Rosie has great organisation and communication skills and  a constant motivation to help our patients and team members. She is a key part of our STO team. Furthering her skills in dental assisting, as well as treatment coordinating, Rosie is our much loved all rounder!

Rosie enjoys going to the gym, keeping fit and reading. 

Amy

Amy joined our practice in 2019 and is an integral part of our administrative team in the Dunsborough office. Amy has the important role of treatment co-ordinating, assisting our patients and orthodontists during the consultation process. Amy has extensive experience in the field of orthodontics having worked many years clinically as a Dental assistant. Her genuine warmth and expertise make sure our patients always feel comfortable and informed throughout their journey.  Amy has a great sense of humour, a good understanding of kids and their families and is a wonderful part of the Dunsborough community. 

Amy enjoys keeping active, creative cooking with a vegetarian focus and most of all spending time with her family and schnoodles.

Sarina

Sarina joined our practice in 2017. Sarina is part of our Dunsborough practice and local team, having completed her Dental Asssitant studies and training within STO. Sarina's beautiful nature with parents and patients, calm and composure, has brought a wonderful working environment for our teams working and families within the Dunsborough office. 

Sarina enjoys an active lifestyle, travel, home designs and renovations. 

Carolyn

With over 16 years of experience in general and orthodontic nursing, Carolyn joined our practice in 2021. Carolyn's extensive experience in orthodontics and fantastic communication skills means the highest level of patient and operator care for us at STO. In addition, her care, warmth and professionalism as a treatment coordinator ensure our patients and families are always so well looked after.  Carolyn works primarily within our Fremantle and Cottesloe offices. 

Carolyn enjoys reading, cooking and travel to visit her family in the UK. A keen soccer supporter of both the professional league and her young son's team.

Arianna

Arianna graduated with her degree in Dentistry in Venezuela. She worked as a general dentist in both Venezuela and Chile, prior to immigrating to Australia with her husband in 2024, when she joined our practice. Arianna's extensive dental experience and knowledge are an incredible asset to our specialist orthodontic practice, where Arianna works as a dental assistant to our clinical team and as a dental technician. Her precision, dexterity and knowledge means the highest level of patient and operator care for us at STO.

Arianna loves exploring Australia, helping in car mechanics with her husband and finding the South American food scene in Perth.

Hannah

Hannah started within our practice in 2020, having extensive experience in orthodontics. She holds qualifications as both a dental assistant and dental technician. Within our practice, Hannah leads our in-house orthodontic laboratory for all Perth clinics. She is always eager to help our orthodontists and their patients, both clinically and in the manufacture of their orthodontic appliances. Hannah is always smiling and works with all of our clinical teams to best service our patients.

Outside of work, Hannah loves spending time with her young daughter and family, exploring Perth. She loves to cook and her abalone soup is legendary. 

Mardi

Mardi has extensive experience within the dental profession, having studied and qualified as a Dental Therapist. She worked many years in paediatric dentistry and general practice. Taking time from the profession to raise her family, Mardi pursued a career and masters in Fine arts. Always drawn to biology and working with patients, Mardi assist ours dental therapists and orthodontists. She joined our practice in 2021. 

Mardi enjoys painting, design and going to the gym. 

Bonia

Bonia joined our practice as a dental assistant in 2022 whilst completing her studies. Her previous career experience as a certified beautician, working in administration for the military and also assisting in health care facilities, gave her the perfect background to ensure care and precision in her dental assisting skills. Sh enjoys combing all of her interests and dexterity skills. 

Bonia enjoys travel to Europe to spend time with family, keeping fit and healthy. 

Michelle

Michelle joined our practice in 2019 as a dental assistant and is part of our Dunsborough local STO team. She brings with her always a smile and positivity, great clinical skills and an immense amount of clinical experience in dental assisting. She has really enjoyed her transition into the speciality of orthodontics and particularly being a part of the Dunsborough orthodontic team serving the local community. 

Michelle enjoys exploring Western Australia, keeping fit and the wonderful lifestyle of the South West. 

Tracey

Tracey joined our practice in 2025 as a dental assistant and laboratory technician. With nearly 20 years of dental assisting experience, as well as medical assisting in the Royal Australian Airforce, Tracey is a key team member of our Dunsborough practice.  Tracey is a wonderful communicator, has great rapport with our patients and works to assist our clinical team in coordinating procedures and the laboratory for our Dunsborough community.

Tracey enjoys spending time with her family  in the South West and keeping her puppy active outdoors.

Roxanne

Roxanne joined our team in 2026, with over 10 years of clinical experience as a Registered Nurse overseas, delivering high-quality and evidence based patient care across diverse healthcare settings.  

Roxanne has continued to develop in the specialist orthodontic field contributing strong clinical skills and communication with her team and patients in our Dunsborough practice. 

She loves spending time with her family and exploring the South West.