Dr Ravin Patel
Dr Ravin Patel
BDS (2011), Grad Diploma Dental Implantology (2018)
Dr Ravin Patel graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2011. Dr Patel has done extensive clinical training in Digital Smile Design, Wisdom Teeth Surgery, and all aspects of General and Paediatric Dentistry. In 2018, Dr Patel attended Prestigious James Cook University in Cairns, QLD, and completed a Graduate Diploma in Dental Implants.
He has worked for more than 14 years in both the public and private sectors, including, but not limited to, Aboriginal Medical Services, Grafton NSW, Coffs Harbour Base Hospital, Corporate clinics such as HCF Bondi Junction, and private practices in Schofields and Minchinbury. Dr Patel enjoys performing dental implants, wisdom tooth extractions, and cosmetic smile makeovers.
Ravin fell in love with Sutherland since the day he visited the shire. He became the General Dentist of this well-established Dental Surgery and is looking forward to meeting and greeting local people! During his free time, Ravin enjoys outdoor activities such as bike riding, bushwalking, swimming, and playing cricket.
Dr Poonam Patel
Dr Poonam Patel
BDS (2011)
Dr Poonam cleared Bachelor of Dental Surgery and graduated in 2011 from INDIA. After moving to Australia, she passed the Australian Dental Council Examinations and began working as a General Dentist. She is a very gentle and compassionate dentist, committed to providing the utmost care to the patients.
She is caring, and her friendly nature has built trusting relationships with her patients.
An experienced general dentist passionate about building beautiful smiles that her patients love.
Currently, Dr Patel is pursuing a Postgraduate Diploma in Orthodontics from the OrthoED Institute.
Dr Poonam enjoys attending dental continuing education workshops to stay up to date with what’s latest in the world of dentistry. She loves working as a team with her husband, Dr Patel, to make patients feel the most important person on the dental chair and provide the best possible care.
Apart from dentistry, she likes cooking, reading novels, travelling and stargazing.
Dr. Sanjana Mhambrey
Dr. Sanjana Mhambrey
BDS
Dr Sanjana is a personable, composed, and detail-oriented dental professional committed to delivering uncompromising, high-quality care tailored to each patient’s needs. Her calm demeanour and empathetic approach ensure that every patient feels at ease and genuinely cared for from the moment they walk through the door.
With extensive experience in General Dentistry and a special interest in Paediatric Dentistry, Dr Sanjana brings a gentle and nurturing touch to working with children of all ages. Her ability to connect with young patients and turn dental visits into positive, stress-free experiences has earned her the trust and appreciation of both children and their families.
Coming from a family of dentists, Dr Sanjana was naturally drawn to the profession. What captivated her most was the unique blend of science, creativity, and human connection that dentistry offers. She has always aspired to be part of the healthcare field and finds deep fulfilment in providing immediate relief, restoring confidence, and helping people smile brighter.
A firm believer in lifelong learning, she consistently pursues advanced training and continuing education to stay at the forefront of modern dentistry. Her dedication ensures that her patients benefit from the latest innovations and techniques.
For her, dentistry is more than a profession—it’s a way to build meaningful relationships, create lasting impacts, and empower her patients through education and empathy.
Outside the clinic, Dr Sanjana is passionate about travelling and exploring different cultures, which she finds enriching and inspiring. She also enjoys painting, yoga, and swimming, all of which help her maintain a balanced and creative lifestyle.
Warm, compassionate, and always striving for excellence, Dr Sanjana brings not only her clinical expertise to the practice but also a genuine love for helping people of all ages achieve their best oral health.
Dr Liliya Silver
Dr Liliya Silver
BDS
Dr Liliya Silver is a caring and skilled general dentist dedicated to helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles. After completing the Australian Dental Council Examination, she joined Waratah Dental & Implant Centre, where she provides compassionate, high-quality dental care in a relaxed environment. Committed to lifelong learning and patient-centred care, she brings warmth, expertise, and precision to every appointment.
In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her two sons and volunteers with local SES and RFS units, helping the local Shire community.
Dr Darryl Mercieca
Dr Darryl Mercieca
Advanced Dental Sedation – University of Sydney
Dr Darryl Mercieca loves his profession and the opportunities it presents to work with patients at a very personal level. Throughout his career, he has taken a very considered approach to his continuous professional development, focusing at each stage on his patients’ greatest needs. He established his first dental practice in 1994. Three years later, he went back to the University of Sydney to study Advanced Dental Sedation. When he integrated IV sedation dentists into his practice, he was the first dentist to do so in Greater Western Sydney.
This immediately drew a significant number of patients with complex presentations to him. To date, Dr Mercieca has performed IV sedation on over 18,000 patients across practices in Sydney. His relationships with patients experiencing dental phobia underpin his consulting practice. In general, he is an extremely empathetic, educative, calm and gentle person.
Dr Mercieca focuses on providing dental sedation services to other dentists. After many years of practice and with his highly experienced team, Dr Mercieca envisages Nepean Dental Sedation as a win-win solution for patients and dentists alike.
Peter Nouris
Peter Nouris
Adele Rourke
Adele Rourke
Adele makes people smile with her support and sense of humour. Our patients in our Waratah Dental Clinic know her to be both thoughtful and dedicated, having been here for over 10 years. Her desire to help people is clear in the work she does as a Dental Assistant and Receptionist, and in managing the practise at the same time.
Adele is one of the few people who could take on multiple tasks and do them unbelievably well. She is empathetic and understands that there are other places that you’d rather be than at the dentist. That’s why she keeps the mood upbeat and always has a smile. Her life motto is “Living the Dream”. She gets her inspiration from doing Pilates and exercise, taking as many holidays as she can, and spending time with her family.
Adele is the heartbeat of Waratah Dental Clinic. With over 10 years of dedicated service, she has become a familiar, comforting face for our long-term patients. Whether she is greeting you at the front desk, assisting in the surgery, or managing the daily operations of the practice, Adele handles her multi-faceted role with unmatched skill and a signature sense of humour.
She truly understands that the dentist’s chair isn’t everyone’s favourite place to be. That’s why she makes it her mission to keep the atmosphere light, upbeat, and empathetic. Her ability to balance professionalism with a genuine, caring touch ensures that every patient feels seen and supported.
Shamma Buksh
Shamma Buksh
Viswa Kalyani
Viswa Kalyani
Ashley Steele
Ashley Steele
Ashley is currently studying dual qualifications in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy at the University of Newcastle, with a strong focus on disease prevention and an advanced restorative scope. She has developed a genuine passion for dentistry, particularly in paediatrics, and enjoys helping children feel calm, comfortable, and confident in the dental environment.
As a local to the Sutherland Shire, Ashley enjoys building connections with patients and their families.
Ashley enjoys spending time in her garden, doing anything crafty, and making the most of life at home with her husband, two dogs, and cat.