Brisbane Smiles has a highly experienced team dedicated to providing innovative dentistry with exceptional care.
Our Team
Dr Paul McKay
Qualifications: BDSC (HONS)
Position: General Dentist
Dr Paul McKay is a General Dentist, concentrating on performing Family Dentistry, General Dentistry, Rehabilitative Dentistry, Dental Implant Surgery and Prosthetics.
Graduated from The University of Queensland in 2003 with First Class Honours.
Continuing Education:
Accredited with the Australian Society of implant Dentistry.
Misch International Implant Institute Surgical Program.
Diplomate of The International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Fellow of The International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Member of The Australian Society of Implant Dentistry.
Member of The International Congress of Oral Implantologists.
Graduate of Kois Center – Seattle
Advanced Occlusion programs with Kois Center (Seattle) and Dr Bill McHorris (Gnathologist).
General and Cosmetic Dental Excellence programs at Kois Center Seattle and additionally completed programs include Treatment Planning, Occlusion, Perio-Restorative Interface, Implants – Fixed and Removable, Periodontal Surgery.
Advanced Digital Photography Courses in Dallas.
Implant World Conferences in Vancouver, Taipei, San Diego, Chicago, Las Vegas, Sydney
Eighteen years’ experience in placing and restoring Dental Implants
Dr Graham McKay
Qualifications: BDSC(HONS) B.PHARM(HONS)
Position: General Dentist
Dr Graham McKay is a General Dentist, concentrating on General Dentistry, Cosmetic Dentistry and Comprehensive General Dental Care.
Graduated from The University of Queensland in 1978 with First Class Honours.
Graduated with First Class Honours and Medal of Excellence.
Graduated as Pharmacist prior to Dentistry, with Honours.
Continuing Education:
Member of American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
Attends American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry biannually.
Accredited to provide Microthin (Durathin) Veneers from the USA.
Dr Caroline Dalleh
Qualifications: BDS(HONS) USYD
Position: General Dentist
Dr. Caroline Dalleh was born and raised in Sydney and graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Honours from the University of Sydney.
Caroline is passionate about preventive dentistry and believes preventing dental disease is more rewarding and less costly than correcting problems after they occur. She enjoys taking the time to understand her patient’s medical history and lifestyle habits in order to develop a customised treatment plan specific to them.
Dr Nancy Henein
Qualifications: BDSc(Honours)(University of Melbourne)
Position: General Dentist
Dr Nancy Henein graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2006 and her passion for dentistry was demonstrated early on through her studies. Graduating with Honours, she was placed on the Dean’s Honours List and later awarded the William Leslie Elvins Medal for academic excellence.
Dr Nancy Henein worked for 11 years in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs before relocating to Sydney’s eastern suburbs and finally choosing to move to Brisbane with her husband to be closer to family.
Over that time, she developed a reputation for dental excellence and a loyal following through her ability to deliver exceptional dentistry brought on by a gentle and warm personality. Her attention to detail and wealth of knowledge is obtained through countless hours of continuing education training.
Dr Ross Foreman
Specialist Medical Anaesthetist
Heidi Van den Borst
Qualifications: Bachelor of Oral Health (BOH)
Position: Oral Health Therapist
Heidi is an Oral Health Therapist at Brisbane Smiles providing dental hygiene care and oral health education to our patients. Originally from New Zealand, Heidi worked in the dental field in the United Kingdom for many years before returning to New Zealand to complete a Bachelor in Oral Health degree, graduating from the University of Otago in 2016.
Heidi is a keen interest in oral health, particularly for children where she worked for the Child and Adolescent Oral Health Service for a few years before relocating to Brisbane in 2019. Heidi was also Secretary on the committee for the New Zealand Hygienist Association. Heidi is passionate about increasing public awareness on the importance of oral health in the community.
Heidi is also really passionate about music, art and reading. She also loves to travel and socialising with her friends and enjoying the Queensland sunshine.
Timea Salamon
Qualifications: Bachelor of Oral Health UQ
Position: Oral Health Therapist
Timea is an Oral Health Therapist, she graduated from the University of Queensland in 2014. Following graduation Timea was successful in gaining a position in the Oral Health Therapist Graduate Year Program (OHTGYP) where she worked in the Northern NSW Health Dental Clinic for a year. Here she gained valuable clinical skills in treating periodontal disease in adults and dental decay in children. She has since worked in a general practice for many years and also gained a role in 2017 as a clinical supervisor at the University of Queensland.
Timea has a passion for the treatment and prevention of oral related diseases which in turn help improve overall health. She tries her best to make patients feel at ease when in the dental chair. She is a member of the Dental Hygienists of Australia Association (DHAA).
Outside of work Timea enjoys various activities including bush walking, reading, watching movies, gardening and spending time with her family and partner. She has two adorable pet cats as well to keep her company.
Elsabe Martincich
Qualifications: Bachelor of Oral Health Sciences, Advanced Diploma of Oral Health
Position: Dental Hygienist
Elsabe is a Dental Hygienist who has been with Brisbane Smiles since January 2019. She graduated from the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa in 2016 with Distinction and completed the Advanced Diploma of Oral Health from Tafe SA on permanently immigrating to Australia. Elsabe provides Dental Hygiene Care, Treatment and Education to patients.
Elsabe has passionately participated in various outreach programs, serving the oral health needs of underprivileged communities. She is currently an active member of the Dental Hygiene Association of Australia and strive to continue her professional development by studying the latest research and developments in health care.
Elsabe is married to Edrich Martincich, an accountant by profession but foremost a sport enthusiast. They are expecting their first child, a baby girl. away from the practice, Elsabe loves long distance running, hiking, and spending time with her family.
Bianca McKay
Qualifications: Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Business, Dip Practice Management
Position: Business Manager
Bianca McKay graduated from the University of Queensland with both a Bachelor of Business Management (Marketing) and a Bachelor of Science (Pharmacology). Since graduating Bianca worked as a Medical Sales Representative and a Senior Marketing Co-ordinator before becoming a mum to three beautiful children. Since Dr Paul and Bianca bought the dental practice Bianca has worked closely with Dr Paul behind the scenes to ensure the dental business is managed and marketed well. Bianca has also completed her Diploma of Practice Management and assists the team leaders with the daily practice management of the business. In her spare time, Bianca is involved with her children’s soccer teams and enjoys spending time with her family on the weekends.
Natalie
Position: Office Team Leader and Dental Receptionist
Skye
Position: Dental Receptionist
Amy
Position: Patient Treatment Co-ordinator
Paige
Position: Clinical Leader
Erin
Position: Dental Assistant
Amber
Position: Dental Assistant
Claudia
Position: Dental Assistant
Lauren
Position: Dental Assistant
Elissa
Position: Laboratory Manager/Dental Technician
Marlo
Position: Dental Technician