Meet the Dentists at The Smile Factory
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A Passion for Healthy Smiles
Hitesh grew up in Melbourne and Sydney. He obtained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Sydney, graduating in 2004. After working in Sydney, the Newcastle beaches and lifestyle lured him to our community. He enjoys helping people and solving their oral health problems.
When you meet Hitesh, you’ll immediately be struck by his passion for dentistry. He’s dedicated to furthering his knowledge with a particular emphasis on cosmetic dentistry. The training he has undertaken is extensive, such as with the Australian Academy of Dento-Facial Aesthetic (AADFA), and he’s a member of the Australian Dental Association.
Outside of the Practice
Hitesh and his wife, Sonja have recently welcomed a baby girl called Samara and enjoy travelling. Hitesh is a keen diver who loves cricket and AFL.
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A Lifelong Passion
Mandy Pabla has always wanted to be a dentist ever since visiting the dentist as a child. She appreciates that dentists contribute to the overall health of the general community and loves helping improve the quality of life of her patients.
Since graduating from her dental studies in Toronto, Canada (Bachelor of Human Biology) and then obtaining a Bachelor of Dentistry (Honours) from Sydney University, Mandy has enjoyed caring for her patients, understanding and achieving the results they are seeking when they come in for dental visits.
She particularly enjoys working with and comforting patients with dental anxiety and believes The Smile Factory‘s caring, modern and up-to-date practice creates a comfortable environment for them to move toward overcoming their dental anxiety.
Outside of the Practice
Mandy is a mum to three beautiful children and enjoys outdoor activity with her family, such as swimming, travelling and reading.
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Path to Becoming a Dentist
Ben grew up on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. He studied Bachelor of Medical Science and then Bachelor of Dentistry at the University of Sydney, graduating in 2011. After graduation Ben made the move to Newcastle and worked in Adamstown for a number of years. Ben moved to the Central Coast where he ran a successful dental practice for 2 years. He is now excited to be living back in Newcastle and working with Dr Gupta.
Ben is passionate about all areas of dentistry and has done further study in cosmetic dentistry, facial aesthetics as well as areas of holistic dentistry including dental sleep medicine.
Outside of the Practice
When he’s not in the practice Ben will be doing something in the outdoors either surfing or fishing.
Becoming a Dentist
Cameron was born and raised in Newcastle, and his wife is from the Hunter Valley. He spent the first five years after graduating working in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley, before moving to Sydney. “My wife and I decided to move back to Newcastle to be closer to family, and we believe it will be a better place to raise our two boys.”
Cameron has always been interested in science, health, technology and caring professions, naturally dentistry married these interests. One of the most fulfilling aspects of being a dentist for Cameron is developing long-term relationships with patients. It’s rewarding for him to see patients bring their families in and watch them grow up over time.
Education & Professional Development
In 2010, Dr Cameron earned a Bachelor of Oral Health in Dental Science and a Graduate Diploma in Dentistry from Griffith University on the Gold Coast. He regularly takes continuing education, and completed the Brener Implant Institute Master Clinician’s programme in 2017. He was invited back to assist teaching the course in 2019. He has also completed All-on-4/full arch training at the Brener Institute.
Outside the Practice
He likes to play golf (poorly) and enjoys watching sport (he has been a Knights fan since he was a kid). Cameron is also a bit of a self-described nerd who likes board games. He also enjoys wine and cooking, but most of all, spending time with his young family and his Spoodle Frankie.
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