Humpty Doo Dental Team
our professionals are here to attend to your general, cosmetic and children’s dental needs.
our team
We are committed to the safety and quality of care our patients receive and have undergone practice accreditation which is a process to meet a strict set of ongoing standards and gives you peace of mind.
Our professionals are here to attend to your general, cosmetic and children’s dental needs. From our warm and relaxed surgery, our friendly and approachable dentists and hygienist aim to help you achieve a healthy, happy smile. To book an appointment, call our friendly reception team.
DR JOHN TESARIK
DENTIST
BDSc (Sydney)
Appointments available:
Monday to Wednesday
Dr John Tesarik completed a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (majoring in Human Physiology) at the University of Queensland and then went on to complete a Bachelor of Dentistry at the University of Sydney in 2005. Since then he has worked in private practice, firstly in Sydney and then in Darwin. John has also completed interstate training in dental implants.
John finished his schooling in Darwin, and despite moving away for a few years to complete his education, always intended to move back home to the Territory to live. He loves the rural lifestyle and is very proud to work and live within the Humpty Doo community. John finds the challenges and variety that come with general dental practice very fulfilling and really enjoys getting to know his patients.
Outside of work, he is a keen gardener and enjoys fishing, archery, keeping fit and spending time with his young family.
Nitrous oxide sedation services are available.
DR JOHN TESARIK
DENTIST
WORKS ON:
Monday to Friday
Dr John Tesarik completed a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (majoring in Human Physiology) at the University of Queensland and then went on to complete a Bachelor of Dentistry at the University of Sydney in 2005. Since then he has worked in private practice, firstly in Sydney and then in Darwin. John has also completed interstate training in dental implants.
John finished his schooling in Darwin, and despite moving away for a few years to complete his education, always intended to move back home to the Territory to live. He loves the rural lifestyle and is very proud to work and live within the Humpty Doo community. John finds the challenges and variety that come with general dental practice very fulfilling and really enjoys getting to know his patients.
Outside of work, he is a keen gardener and enjoys fishing, archery, keeping fit and spending time with his young family.
DR YVONNE HUIJSER VAN REENEN
DENTIST
GMa of Dentistry Groningen The Netherlands.
ADC Certified Clinical accreditation for General Anaesthetic at Darwin Private Hospital
Appointments available:
Thursday and Friday
Originally from the Netherlands, Dr Yvonne Huijser Van Reenen studied dentistry at the University of Groningen qualifying in 2010. After working in the Netherlands for a couple of years, Yvonne travelled to Australia with her Australian husband. After getting her qualifications recognised in Australia and passing the ADC exams, she settled down in Darwin. Darwin is now home for her and her young family.
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Yvonne enjoys treating all members of the family. She treats a lot of kids and anxious patients. She enjoys getting to know her patients and build those relationships. Yvonne likes all facets of general dentistry, from root canal treatments to cosmetic treatments. She is accredited to provide treatments under General Anesthetic at the Darwin Private Hospital.
Outside of dentistry Yvonne enjoys the outdoor life Darwin has to offer. She loves camping, hiking and sailing. She tries to get her cold fix every now and then by returning home to Holland and going to the ski slopes.
Nitrous oxide sedation services are available.
Dr Sinead Ruane
General Dentist
BA BDent SC TCD Dublin
Appointments available:
Thursdays and Fridays
Nitrous oxide sedation services are available.
Dr Kien Tran
General Dentist
Dental surgeon BDS QLD
Appointments available:
Wednesday to Friday
Dr Amber Henderson
General Dentist
Dental Surgeon BDS QLD
Appointments available:
Tuesdays only
LEONIE BROWN
HYGIENIST
WORKS ON:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Leonie completed her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene at Curtin University in Perth in 2008. She worked mostly with a private practice dentist who had a keen interest in dentally anxious patients. Over this time there were multiple holidays to Darwin which led to her making the move to live here in 2015.
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Working Wednesday and Friday at Smith Street Dental and Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at Humpty Doo Dental she has the best of both worlds.
Having settled down in Humpty Doo you can find her outside of the dental surgery fishing, cooking, 4WDing, swimming and exploring.
LEONIE BROWN
HYGIENIST
Appointments available:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday
Leonie completed her Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene at Curtin University in Perth in 2008. She worked mostly with a private practice dentist who had a keen interest in dentally anxious patients. Over this time there were multiple holidays to Darwin which led to her making the move to live here in 2015.
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Working Wednesday and Friday at Smith Street Dental and Monday, Tuesday and Thursday at Humpty Doo Dental she has the best of both worlds.
Having settled down in Humpty Doo you can find her outside of the dental surgery fishing, cooking, 4WDing, swimming and exploring.
dental technician
Appointments available:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday
Our dental technician is on site Monday to Thursday for denture repairs.
CONTACT US
ph: 08 8988 5050
e: reception@humptydoodental.com.au
OPEN HOURS
Monday - Thursday: 8am - 5pm
Friday - 8am - 4:30pm
FIND US
Address:
17 Vereker St, Humpty Doo NT 0836