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About Us
Meet The Team
A periodontist is a dentist who specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of periodontal (gum) disease and in the placement and maintenance of dental implants. Periodontists are experts in the treatment of all forms of periodontal disease, including gingivitis, periodontitis, and gingival recession.
By choosing a specialist you will benefit from the latest procedures for treating periodontal disease and placing dental implants tailored to your needs. You will also benefit from the confidence that our post-graduate training will ensure you are appropriately diagnosed and the treatment that is recommended for you is the best currently available treatment for your long-term dental health
We are extraordinarily proud of our staff, which is comprised of caring and dedicated professionals. They ensure that all patient’s surgical and administrative needs are met as efficiently and smoothly as possible.
Dr Simon Hinckfuss
BDSc, DCD (Pros), Cert.Perio MS (Minn,US)
Lead Periodontist
Simon established Periodontal Associates after returning from living and working in the USA. He is a registered specialist periodontist with the Dental Board of Australia and is the only Periodontist in Australia who is also registered as a Specialist Prosthodontist.
Dr Shady Abdelsalam
BDS, MFDS RCS(Ed), MSc OMFS, ABOMFS, MPH, MRACDS
Maxillofacial and Oral Surgery Specialist
Dr Shady is an AHPRA-registered Oral Surgery Specialist with extensive international experience across advanced surgical procedures. He is known for his calm, patient-focused approach and clear communication, helping patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their treatment.
Dr Lauren Tieh
BDS (Hons), MRACDS (PDS)
Periodontal Registrar
Dr Lauren Tieh is a periodontal registrar who is passionate about helping patients improve their oral health through gentle, evidence-based periodontal care. She completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with First Class Honours at the University of Otago and is currently undertaking specialist training in Periodontics at the University of Melbourne, where she is developing advanced expertise in the management of periodontal diseases and implant rehabilitation.