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Ms Linda Bui is our resident oral health therapist. She has undertaken further university training which expands her scope to treat adults. She has been invited by Dr Alex Lam to join the practice bringing her specialty skill set of family dentistry, orthodontics, and management of periodontal gum disease. Born and bred in Adelaide, Linda attended Adelaide High School and the University of Adelaide. She gained extensive experience in many facets of general and specialist dentistry throughout her career which has taken her to both city and rural environments. Linda is renown for her very gentle and delicate touch. Her top priority is creating a comfortable and enjoyable environment in the dental surgery. She ensures that every one of her patients leave with the satisfied smile they deserve accompanied with the take-away knowledge to keep that smile white and bright and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Her special interests include: emergency relief of pain children dentistry orthodontics general dental care preventative dentistry Outside of the clinic, Linda takes care of her young family. She enjoys cooking, travelling and relaxing with friends and family.

Dr Huu Dinh was born and bred in Adelaide, coming from the Northern suburbs. He studied at Blackfriars Priory School before moving to Eynesbury Senior College and then the University of Adelaide. Huu believes that a visit to the Dentist shouldn't be scary and does his utmost to make it a comfortable experience. Huu enjoys all aspects of dentistry, but particularly enjoys restorative, paediatric, aesthetic and oral surgery. He believes in working together with the patient to achieve a successful outcome! Outside of work, you can find Huu on his feet running around Adelaide and soaking in the scenery. He also loves to cook (and eat!) and is likely planning his next travel destination!

Dr Marcus Chua graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2015. He joined Adelaide Family Dental in 2019 after relocating from Singapore. Marcus enjoys seeing patients of all ages, and treats each patient in a gentle and patient manner. He believes in empowering patients with knowledge of preventive dental care so that they are able to maintain happy, healthy smiles. He also finds great satisfaction in restoring the dental function in patients with broken down or missing teeth. Other areas of interest include managing dental trauma, and the treatment of geriatric patients. Outside of dentistry, Marcus enjoys spending time with his young family, playing guitar and looking for good coffee joints.

Dr Declan Candy completed his dental degree at the University of Adelaide. He has a strong foundation in all aspects of general dentistry and is dedicated to providing high-quality, patient-centred care tailored to the needs of the community. With a particular interest in oral surgery and advanced restorative dentistry (including crown and bridge work) Dr Candy values precision and efficiency in dental care. He focuses on delivering durable, natural-looking results and keeps up with innovations in dental practices to provide the best possible care for his patients.

Dr Nadia Heng graduated from the University of Adelaide and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, with a particular interest in oral surgery, endodontics and restorative dentistry. She loves the variety that dentistry brings and is always looking for opportunities to learn, grow, and provide the best possible care for her patients. Nadia believes that good dentistry starts with understanding the person behind the smile. With a gentle and non-judgemental approach, she wants every patient to feel welcomed and comfortable. She takes the time to listen to her patients' concerns, explain their options, and work together to find an approach that feels right for them. One of her favourite parts of dentistry is getting to know her patients over time and being part of their journey towards a healthier smile. Outside the clinic, Nadia enjoys keeping active, going for walks, and spending quality time with friends and family. She is a big food lover who enjoys good meals and even better conversations. She is also a proud mum to three much-loved cats, and in her spare time is working towards her goal of reading a book a month!

Dr Alex Lam brings a comprehensive and enthusiastic approach to dentistry. Alex was born and bred in Adelaide and attended St. Peter's College. He graduated with double degree 1st Class Honours from the University of Adelaide in 2009. Alex also served as Chair of the Australian Dental Association Recent Graduates Committee and as the Mentorship Liaison Officer for the Australian Dental Association. Alex is a dedicated and compassionate dentist who enjoys the art and science of dentistry and his first priority is that his patients have a relaxing experience in the dental chair. His primary goal is that you as his patient fully understand your oral health concerns and the treatment options available to you. Alex also completed a Postgraduate Specialist Qualification in IV Sedation. This allows Adelaide Family Dental to offer IV Sedation for dental treatment. Patients are welcome to enquire about this very useful service. He also completed a prestigious Masters in Specialised Orthodontics in Germany. This has given him the skills to practice all facets of orthodontics with the latest knowledge and techniques. Alex is a self-confessed sporting tragic who is a member of the Royal Adelaide Golf Club, St Peter's Old Collegians Tennis Club and Trinity Gardens Tennis Club. When not playing tennis and golf he enjoys spending time with his growing young family and is dedicated to making the community a better place for the generations to come.

Dr Joon Kwon is a friendly face at Adelaide Family Dental. He graduated from the University of Adelaide and has been in private practices for several years before joining Adelaide Family Dental. Joon strongly believes in providing a comfortable and relaxed dental experience and delivering high-quality care. He understands that visiting the dentist can be quite daunting. Being able to work at Adelaide Family Dental with his friendly team has allowed him to communicate with his patients and put their best interests first. Joon enjoys all aspects of general dentistry including restorative, crown and bridge works, aesthetic, oral surgery, and preventative care for all the age groups. Outside of dentistry, Joon enjoys playing golf, going to the gym and spending time with his family and friends.

Dr Felicity Lam is a warm and friendly face at Adelaide Family Dental. She brings her specialities in management of family dentistry and cosmetic requirements especially in working with children. She was born and bred in Adelaide, a scholarship student at Wilderness School and graduated as a multiple prize-winner from the University of Adelaide with concurrent First Class Honours. Felicity excels in the art of gentle and caring dentistry. Her top priority is ensuring her patients are comfortable and at ease in the dental chair. She ensures that every one of her patients leave with the satisfied smile they deserve accompanied with the take-away knowledge to keep that smile white and bright and to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Felicity consistently aims to improve herself to provide the best possible experience for her patients. She continues to build her dental knowledge and skills through Professional Development courses and through her membership with the Australian and New Zealand Paediatric Dental Society. She had presented a number of papers in national and international dental conferences. Her special interests include: emergency relief of pain children dentistry cosmetic dentistry general dental care and preventative dentistry Outside of the clinic, Felicity is involved in a number of community activities and variety of sports from tennis to yoga and pilates. She likes all forms of art and loves collecting sketching or painting for her own art collections.

Dr Kevin Moon is a friendly face at Adelaide Family Dental. He graduated from the University of Adelaide and has been in private and public practices for several years before he got invited by our principal dentist to join the practice bringing his specialties in gentle and caring dentistry to our patients. Kevin has a great passion for all aspects of dentistry including restorative (especially dental implants), crown and bridge works, aesthetic and preventative care for all the age groups. He always aims to improve himself as a clinician by regularly attending interstate and international conferences. Kevin is extremely keen on providing a quality care to patients. He strongly believes in the importance of communication with patients. His friendly personality enables patients to relax during the treatment and build a strong relationship between him and his patients. Outside of dentistry, Kevin enjoys traveling around the world and particularly enjoys playing soccer, going to the gym and spending time with his family.