Our team

BSc Waikato, BDS Otago (Distinction)

Scott graduated from the University of Otago School of Dentistry in 2009 following the completion of a Science Degree majoring in Biology at the University of Waikato in 2003. Scott is born and bred in Whakatāne and has spent his entire dental career since graduation working in Whakatāne. Scott takes a patient led approach to dentistry and is dedicated to finding a solution tailored to each individual patient’s needs. When he’s not at work you’ll find him running around after his two daughters and enjoying the outdoor activities that our area has to offer.

BDS Otago (Distinction)

Laura graduated from the University of Otago School of Dentistry in 2019 and has called Whakatāne home since 2020. She takes a gentle, down-to-earth approach to dentistry and is passionate about helping patients feel relaxed and confident in the chair. When she’s not at work you’ll usually find Laura walking her dog on the beach, getting lost in a good book or spending time painting. She’s also a big fan of Pilates and a well made coconut latte.

DipDH Pretoria, SA

Marelize qualified as a Dental Hygienist in 1996 at the University of Pretoria. Gaining experience in Orthodontics, Periodontics, Prosthodondics and general Hygiene practice in South Africa before immigrating with her husband and two sons to New Zealand in 2019, calling Whakatāne home since then. With her friendly demeanour and focus on finding the best dental hygiene plan for her patients, she will endeavour to make a dental hygiene visit a relaxing experience. As she dubs it: “A facial for your teeth”. When not at work you will find her experimenting with new recipes, reading a book or out taking photos in nature.