Tania is originally from Adelaide and graduated in 2009 from the University of Melbourne. Before joining Essendon Dental Group in 2013, Tania worked in Geelong in the public sector including postings in Colac, Hamilton and Point Lonsdale and in private practice in Brisbane. Tania became the Principal dentist at Essendon Dental Group in 2015 and is committed to continue the high standards of this long standing practice.

In her spare time, she enjoys cooking but mostly eating - something a healthy mouth is very important for! She also enjoys past times in embroidery - cross stitch and most recently crochet. Fine work requiring hand eye coordination that she has enjoyed since a child and hones day to day as a dentist!

Lyndall graduated in 2003 from the University of Adelaide with Deans honours. From there she travelled to Alice Springs and experienced a diverse range of dentistry in both community and private dental practices. She has also worked in correctional services as a dentist and during those years was exposed to many complex dental problems.

Lyndall teaches at the Dental School of the University of Melbourne, teaching specifics of emergency dentistry, photography and treatment planning. She is also a specialist Forensic Odontologist working for the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine.

Lyndall works one Saturday morning a month at Essendon Dental Group.

Louise graduated from the University of Melbourne and spent the last 5 years providing dental services in the Gippsland area (Sale and Bairnsdale) before moving back to be closer to her family.

She is dedicated to providing gentle dental care to her patients in all aspects of dentistry.

Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her family (especially her cheeky 17 month old niece). Otherwise, you might find her in the kitchen, cooking up a storm (leaving a trail of pots and pans in her wake) or exploring new places/towns with her partner.

Katharine completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Sydney in 2016 having previously completed her Bachelor of Oral Health at the University of Melbourne in 2009. She has worked in both public and private clinics across Melbourne as a dentist and an oral health therapist.

Katharine wanted to pursue dentistry after she knocked out her tooth in a water skiing accident whilst in high school. She had an extremely positive experience with her dentist where she was engrossed in the procedure he followed for saving her tooth. This inspired her to study dentistry and learn to communicate openly with her clients.

Katharine enjoys all areas of dentistry and especially loves ensuring that children have a fun and positive first experience in the dental chair, setting them up to have a good oral health routine for life.

Outside of work, you’ll find Katharine playing hockey, getting immersed in a good jigsaw puzzle or taking her dog Toby to the park.

Jason Rerksirathai was educated and raised in Melbourne. He completed the Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours at the University of Melbourne in 2009.

First joining Essendon Dental Group under Drs Matthews, Condon, Brennan and Gwyther in 2012, Jason has been fortunate enough to work within a range of different private practices within metropolitan Melbourne, as well as being a clinical instructor at the University of Melbourne's Melbourne Dental Clinic teaching the art and science of dentistry to the next generation of dental professionals.

Jason has training and experience working within organisations in the health sector, including completion of Leadership Victoria’s Health Sector Leadership program, as well as being an active member of the Australian Dental Association, currently serving on the Victorian Branch’s Council and Finance, Risk and Audit committee.

Ashley graduated from the University of Otago in New Zealand with a Bachelor of Oral Health. Prior to working at Essendon Dental Group, Ashley played a role as an Oral Health Therapist in both community and private clinics in New Zealand and Australia. Her experience in diverse communities has fuelled her interest to provide care and understanding for patients of different backgrounds and needs.

She continues to incorporate her knowledge at Essendon Dental Group with a passion to provide treatment for all patients.

Outside from her main career as a dental hygienist, she is a plant enthusiast and finds joy turning her home into a jungle full of plants and spending time with her husband and Spoodle puppy.

Jaye has been working in the dental sector for over 30 years. She furthered her career by graduating from La Trobe University in 2011 as an Oral Health Therapist and continues to educate her patients in the importance of a strong oral health routine at home. Her passion for her profession extends to engaging with her patients making coming to the dentist ‘some-what’ fun and insightful.

Married for over 25 years, she loves family time, supporting her young adult children in their university studies and footy and dance activities. In her personal time, she enjoys trying new recipes, gardening, creating floral arrangements and walking her dog Kora.