Our Paediatric Dental Practice was established in 1999 by Dr Eduardo Alcaino. Since then we have been joined by three other specialists. We are supported by a team comprising a Practice Manager, Clinical Assistants, Front Office Coordinators, as well as a team of paediatrican aesthetists. We offer a comprehensive range of services to children and their families. Although our main role involves dental care, ourinterest is child welfare. As such, we are able to organise referrals to medical and allied health specialists to address the needs that children face early in life. Childhood has been identified as the most important period in a person's 'dental life'. We have found that even when children have been to the dentist before, they often do not know what to expect when they come to see us. On the first visit we aim to provide children and parents with information about their dental issues and assess their individual needs. We have many years experience of dedicated child dental care, both in specialist practice and ineducation. Furthermore, we are actively involved in teaching, lecturing andevery year we travel overseas to be able to offer the most up to date knowledge in our field. Location: Suite 201 21-23 Burwood Road, Burwood. (Level 2) Tel: (02) 9715 3711
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BDS (Hons) MDSc FRACDS Grad. Dip. Clin.Dent. (Sedation & Pain Control) |  | Full time specialist private practice since 1999 BDS (Hons) at the University of Sydney in 1988 President Elect of the International Association of Paediatric Dentistry (IAPD) Worked in general private practice for 8 years. Past President of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Paediatric Dentistry (ANZSPD- NSW Branch)
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BDS (Hons) MDSc FRACDS FICD |  | - BDS (Hons) at the University of Sydney in 1984
- First to complete the Master of Dental Science degree in Paediatric Dentistry in NSW in 1991
- He was appointed specialist in 1992 and Head of Department in 1997
- Clinical Associate Professor and Head of Discipline in Paediatric Dentistry at the University of Sydney
- Appointed Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Adelaide
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BDS MDS (Adelaide) FRACDS FADI |  | - BDS at the University of Adelaide and the Women’s and Children’s Hospital of Adelaide in 1997
- Worked as a Senior Registrar and a Senior Clinical Fellow at the Royal Children’s Hospital of Melbourne
- Head of Paediatric Dentistry and Senior Staff Specialist at Sydney Dental Hospital
- Senior Clinical Lecturer at the University of Sydney
- Past President and Secretary of the Australian and New Zealand Society of Paediatric Dentistry (NSW Branch)
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 Patricia Alcaino
Position: Practice Manager
Patricia joined the practice and her husband, Dr Alcaino in Dec 1999, given her vast experience as a General Manager in a different industry, stretching a wealth of business experience. She has been with our surgery since the beginning. Patricia’s roles include staff management, finance and accounting, Dr Alcaino’s PA, as well as overlooking any issues that may arise daily. Patricia’s personal interests and hobbies are: “running, exercising, reading and watching great thrillers”. Languages spoken: English, German, Spanish and Portuguese.
 Vivian Yao
Position: Head Receptionist/ Senior Office Co-ordinator
Vivian joined our practice in March 2006 and has a degree in accounting from her native China and a degree obtained in Australia in Oral health Education. In September 2009, Vivian was promoted to her new position from her previous dental assistance position, due to her outstanding office and computer skills. She is now the 'first' person you will meet when coming into our surgery. Vivian's special interest and hobbies are: "reading, playing badminton and cooking". Languages spoken: English, Chinese Mandarin and Cantonese.
 Megan Patterson
Position: Senior Dental Assistant
Megan is a qualified Dental Nurse and joined the practice in September 2001. Megan is experienced in all aspects of Dental Nursing and maintains the practice Infection Control Policy proficiently and in line with the Australian Dental Associations most recent guidelines. Megan’s special interest and hobbies are: “Partying, swimming, socialising and cooking”. Language spoken: English.
 Heidi Kleckin
Position: Administrative Assistant
Heidi joined our staff in July 2003. She is responsible for typing letters and referrals and file management systems. Most of the surgery’s correspondence handled by Heidi who has been working as a secretary for many years, is implemented by her experience and hardworking skills. Heidi’s personal interests and hobbies include yoga, meditation, walking, reading, writing and listening to classical music” Languages spoken: English and Spanish.
 Suzie Konjarski
Position: Receptionist/ Part-Time
Suzie joined our team in March 2009 and worked for many years in the Health Fund industry. Suzie is part of our busy surgery where she works close together with Vivian and is also the first person who you will meet when first arriving at our surgery. Suzie’s special interest and hobbies are: “spending time with her family, reading, cooking and netball”. Languages spoken: English and Macedonian.
 Lauren Moran
Position: Dental Assistant
Lauren joined our team in September 2009. Lauren came highly recommended from her previous employer, Westmead Hospital. Lauren just finished her 'Certificate IV' in Oral Hygiene Education. Lauren has prooved to be a fast learner and we are looking forward to having her on our team. Lauren's special interest and hobbies are: Reading, team sports and loves her two 'ferrets.
 Cigdem Zabaras
Position: Receptionist/ Part-Time
Cigdem joined us in Sep’ 2004. Cigdem was our main receptionist until September 2009 and left to have her first baby but already returned to her previous position, part time. Cigdem's personal interests and hobbies include reading, gardening, socialising & of course lots of shopping and looking after her baby boy. Languages spoken: English and Turkish.
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