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Our team of experienced dental practitioners have a collaborative approach to your Oral Health needs

Real Dentistry delivers personalised care with kindness, integrity, and excellence, with a focus on long-term relationships. Our passion is enhancing lives through exceptional dentistry.
Helen Gibbons

Dr. Helen Gibbons

Dentist – BDS (Otago)

About Helen

Dr Helen Gibbons has a BDS and BSc in Microbiology. She graduated from the University of Otago in 1985.

Her interests include treatment planning for older patients, taking an holistic approach to the treatment of dental disease and carrying out minimally invasive treatments. Helen’s end goal is to empower patients to take responsibility for their own oral health.

She attends a monthly study group and joins NZDA and other industry seminars to keep abreast of the new techniques, technologies and treatments available in dentistry.

Gurpinder Singh

Dr. Gurpinder Singh

Dentist

About Gurpinder

Dr Gurpinder Singh graduated with a Bachelor of Dentistry in 2003. After leaving dentistry overseas, Gurpinder began working in dentistry in New Zealand, and has been working in the Wellington region for the past 10 years.

Gurpinder enjoys all aspects of dentistry with a special interest in CAD/CAM dentistry. By attending regular dental conferences, Gurpinder keeps up to date with advances in dental technology.

When not working Gurpinder loves to travel and explore New Zealand’s wonderful hotspots.

Andre Nowicki

Dr André Nowicki

DentistBDSc(Hons) BDentStud

About André

I’m very happy to have joined the team at Real Dentistry and would like to share a few things about me.

I have been lucky to have had many enriching experiences which help me connect with people from diverse backgrounds. I have worked in outback areas, hospitals, as well as private general practice in New Zealand, Australia and Germany. If you feel more comfortable speaking your home language, I also speak Polish, German and French and I always look forward to meeting new people.

I enjoy the variety of dentistry and top-class teamwork to help you achieve and maintain a healthy smile. My preventive focus begins with gum health, managing wisdom tooth problems as well as offering durable and aesthetic solutions for replacing lost tooth structure and teeth. I am also a member of the New Zealand Dental Association and the International Team for Implantology.

Outside work, I enjoy spending time with family, playing the clarinet in various bands and the great outdoors!

Dr Hannah Wilson

Dentist – BDS (Otago)

About Hannah

Hannah graduated from Otago University with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery and is deeply committed to providing patient-centered care. She’s passionate about making sure every patient feels comfortable and supported, especially those who feel anxious about dental visits. Her goal is to make each experience as positive and stress-free as possible.

Hannah loves all aspects of dentistry, but her favourite part is building strong connections with her patients and working together to achieve the best possible outcomes for their oral health.

When she’s not at work, Hannah enjoys playing social sports, spending time with friends, and getting creative with her sewing machine.

Dr Wael Justaniah

Dr Wael Justaniah

Dentist – BDS (Otago)

About Wael

Dr. Wael Justaniah is a graduate of the University of Otago and has gained valuable experience working in Masterton and Pahiatua before joining our clinic. Passionate about dentistry, he prioritizes patient care and satisfaction, ensuring a comfortable and personalized experience for every patient.

Outside of dentistry, Wael is from the Middle East, Wael enjoys traveling and exploring different cultures. He spends his free time playing futsal and engaging in outdoor activities. Fluent in both English and Arabic, he is dedicated to providing exceptional care to patients from all backgrounds.

Dr Rohan Sejpal

Dr Rohan Sejpal

Dentist – BDS (Otago), FRACDS(GDP)

About Rohan

Rohan graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Distinction) in 2020. He has since worked as a Dental House Surgeon and Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Registrar across several hospitals in Wellington, Auckland and Christchurch, gaining experience in treating facial trauma, infections and oral pathology. Rohan has completed a Fellowship in General Dental Practice from the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons (FRACDS) and is a current member of the NZDA.

Rohan practices general dentistry with a particular interest in oral surgery and is experienced in providing conscious (IV) sedation. He is committed to ongoing professional development to expand his clinical expertise and offer quality evidence-based care for his patients. He is looking forward to providing positive, comfortable, and relaxed dental care to patients in his hometown of Wellington.

Outside of work, Rohan enjoys keeping active at the gym, playing golf, travelling, and spending time with friends and family. He is also a keen cricket and basketball fan.

Cassandra Dow

Oral Health Therapist

About Cassandra

I am passionate about promoting lifelong oral health through education, prevention, and minimally invasive care. I believe in empowering my patients with the knowledge and tools they need to take control of their oral health in a comfortable and supportive environment. I enjoy working with patients of all ages, with a particular interest in supporting adolescents as they develop positive oral health habits.

I am experienced in assessing and managing caries risk factors, addressing the oral health impacts of systemic conditions, and creating tailored care plans that prioritize patient needs. I stay up-to-date with the latest research and techniques by attending professional development courses and industry seminars.

Outside of work, I enjoy exploring the outdoors through hiking, expressing my creativity through painting and baking, and unwinding with a good book!

Yvonne Symons

Yvonne Symons

Oral Health Therapist

About Yvonne

Yvonne graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Oral Health. Yvonne’s background is rural and medical with more than 30 years of working in the public sector.

Yvonne wants to see her patients in good health and enjoys working with them to help them obtain good oral health. She believes that a healthy mouth leads to a healthy body. Yvonne has a special interest in patients with dental anxiety and those involved in sport.

When Yvonne is not working, she can be found working on her lifestyle block in the Wairarapa with her her husband, dog, and alpacas.

Vanessa Fortune

Vanessa Fortune

Dental Hygienist

About Vanessa

Vanessa worked in a dental practice for 12 years as a practice manager and then decided to further her education in the dental field, She graduated in 1999  from Otago with a Diploma in Dental hygiene and has had  over 20 years experience.

Vanessa has  worked in a specialist periodontal practice as well as private practice over those 20 years which has provided her with a lot of experience in treating gum disease.
Vanessa loves to bake and has a pussycat called Bertie.
Andrea Besseling

Andrea Besseling

Practice Manager

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