Our Team
Dr Hisham Abdalla, Doctor of Dental Medicine
Laser & Cosmetic Dental Surgeon, CEO
Dr Hisham Abdalla is the first multiple laser dentist in New Zealand and one of the first in Australasia to teach and evolve this technology to enhance dentistry. Dr Abdalla is an invited Associate Professor at Cagliari University in Sardinia, Italy and an affiliate member of the American Dental Association. He is an internationally respected speaker, author and educator in the fields of Laser dentistry, Minimally Invasive, High-tech dentistry and Cosmetic dentistry. He is the accredited course provider and examiner for The Queensland University Laser Certification program.
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Dr Ted Bealing, BDS
Dental Surgeon
Dr Ted Bealing has been practicing general dentistry for 37 years with an emphasis during the last 20 years on implant prosthodontics. He has frequently attended international implant conferences and hands-on training programs and achieved competence in the Core-Vent Surgical Implant System (1987 Sydney), Carl Misch Contemporary Implants, and more recently the Implant Prosthodontics Implant-Asia Modules I – IV.
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Dr Alfonso Vargas
Dental Surgeon
A big “hola” from Dr Alfonso Vargas who hails from Columbia, South America. Dr Alfonso has been with the Laser LifeCare Institute since 2009 and has a special interest in Laser Dentistry, Endodontics, Childrens Dentistry and early Dental Orthopaedics. With over 12 years experience treating children and young adults Dr Alfonso will head up our new LaserKids Dental located right next door.
Erin Agostino
Dental Hygienist
Erin is our fantastic hygienist who is passionate about helping you keep your dental work in top condition, your breath fresh, bacteria level healthy and teeth clean. She is also our tooth whitening goddess. Erin is from Canada and loves living in New Zealand. Call her for advice – she is more than happy to help.
Karla & Gimena
Guestcare Nurses
This team will look after you and make you feel like you are at home. They have exceptional clinical skills, but more importantly they are trained in sweetness and will hold your hand to guide you through the experience. They will also have a warm lavender towel waiting on completion of your treatment.
Farnaz
Guestcare Nurse
Farnaz is a very family-oriented team member who loves kids. She will make your little ones feel safe and relaxed. Farnaz has been with our team at Laser LifeCare Institute for the past 5 years and is highly qualified to look after your family.
Lisa & Marta
Professional Development Team
This team looks after the business & marketing side of dentistry. They take care of dentist courses, events and new business development. And most importantly, they make sure you have a great experience with us.