History
Essendon Dental Group
Today
Tania has been joined by Dr Nathan Phung, Dr Louise Thavarajah, Dr Katharine Dal Santo and Dr Lyndall Smythe, who continue to work as associate dentists within the practice.
No practice can perform without talented office, reception and support staff – and Essendon Dental Group is no exception. Vicki Anastasiou has been with the practice since 1987 in her role as practice manager. Our lovely nursing and reception staff include Sarah, Veronica, Fiona, Ting, Salina, Sanna and Anne.
2022
November 7, 2022
In October 2022, the building underwent major roof and interior renovations providing the building with a fresh look.
Read more2015
November 7, 2015
In 2015, Dr John Matthews and Dr Stephen Brennan retired from clinical dentistry, and Tania took over as principal dentist.
Read more2013
November 7, 2013
Dr Tania Fong joined the practice in 2013, having previously worked in public and private dental practices around Australia.
Read more2003
November 7, 2003
Dr Rhonda Gwyther joined the practice and, in 2003, became a partner as all the senior partners reduced their working hours.
Read more1990
November 7, 1990
A new allied health professional was introduced in 1990 – the dental hygienist.
Read more1983
November 7, 1983
Bert Matthews retired in 1983 (after over 50 years in the profession). The practice was expended further to include a fifth surgery in the west side.
Read moreLate 1970’s
November 7, 1978
In the late 1970’s two dentists, Drs Gerard Condon and Stephen Brennan, joined the practice and became partners.
Read more1965
November 7, 1965
In 1965 when his son, Dr John Matthews, joined the practice the eastern side of the premises was modified to include four surgeries overlooking the back garden.
Read more1933
November 7, 1933
Dr. Herbert (Bert) Matthews started the current practice in 1933 when he purchased the property. The dental rooms were relatively modest and occupied the western corner of the building.
Read moreToday
Tania has been joined by Dr Nathan Phung, Dr Louise Thavarajah, Dr Katharine Dal Santo and Dr Lyndall Smythe, who continue to work as associate dentists within the practice.
No practice can perform without talented office, reception and support staff – and Essendon Dental Group is no exception. Vicki Anastasiou has been with the practice since 1987 in her role as practice manager. Our lovely nursing and reception staff include Sarah, Veronica, Fiona, Ting, Salina, Sanna and Anne.
2022
November 7, 2022
In October 2022, the building underwent major roof and interior renovations providing the building with a fresh look.
Read more2015
November 7, 2015
In 2015, Dr John Matthews and Dr Stephen Brennan retired from clinical dentistry, and Tania took over as principal dentist.
Read more2013
November 7, 2013
Dr Tania Fong joined the practice in 2013, having previously worked in public and private dental practices around Australia.
Read more2003
November 7, 2003
Dr Rhonda Gwyther joined the practice and, in 2003, became a partner as all the senior partners reduced their working hours.
Read more1990
November 7, 1990
A new allied health professional was introduced in 1990 – the dental hygienist.
Read more1983
November 7, 1983
Bert Matthews retired in 1983 (after over 50 years in the profession). The practice was expended further to include a fifth surgery in the west side.
Read moreLate 1970’s
November 7, 1978
In the late 1970’s two dentists, Drs Gerard Condon and Stephen Brennan, joined the practice and became partners.
Read more1965
November 7, 1965
In 1965 when his son, Dr John Matthews, joined the practice the eastern side of the premises was modified to include four surgeries overlooking the back garden.
Read more1933
November 7, 1933
Dr. Herbert (Bert) Matthews started the current practice in 1933 when he purchased the property. The dental rooms were relatively modest and occupied the western corner of the building.
Read moreGet off to a fresh start
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