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Annalise Ray (Anna) is a dedicated and highly skilled Oral Health Therapist with an extended scope of practice, having completed her studies at the University of Newcastle in 2025. Originally from Port Macquarie, Annalise has recently relocated to Queensland, where she is excited to continue building her career and providing exceptional, patient-centred dental care to her local community. Her passion for oral health and commitment to personalised care make her a trusted professional for patients of all ages. Before and throughout her studies, Annalise gained over four years of hands-on experience working as a dental assistant. This practical experience allowed her to develop strong clinical skills and a thorough understanding of patient care, which she now brings to her role as an Oral Health Therapist at Coastal Dental Care Mudgeeraba. Annalise’s dedication to excellence was recognised when she was placed on the College of Health, Medicine, and Wellbeing Commendation List on two separate occasions, highlighting her academic achievements and commitment to advancing her profession. Annalise has worked across rural, regional, and metropolitan communities, gaining invaluable experience in treating patients from diverse backgrounds and with varied oral health needs. She is experienced in paediatric dentistry, general adult care, and aged care services, allowing her to tailor treatments to patients of all ages. From routine scale and cleans, preventative treatments, and simple restorations to comprehensive dental care for children, Annalise is equipped to provide a full spectrum of oral health services. Known for her calm and gentle manner, Annalise is particularly skilled at helping children feel comfortable and relaxed during dental visits. She also has extensive experience supporting patients with dental anxiety, using clear communication and a patient-focused approach to create positive and stress-free dental experiences. Her approachable and compassionate nature fosters long-term trust with patients and their families.

Chloe Smith is an Oral Health Therapist here at Coastal Dental Care, bringing five years of dedicated experience caring for patients across South Australia, Tasmania, and now Queensland. Over the course of her rewarding career, she has had the privilege of working in a diverse range of clinical settings, including rural, specialist clinics, and general dental practices. This broad exposure has allowed her to develop a highly adaptable, comprehensive, and well-rounded approach to modern patient care, while simultaneously allowing her to build strong, meaningful relationships with individuals from all walks of life. Chloe truly enjoys helping patients of all ages feel completely comfortable, safe, and at ease when managing their oral health. She understands that a visit to the dental chair can sometimes feel daunting, which is why she places a major emphasis on creating a relaxed, warm, and friendly environment where every patient feels genuinely listened to, respected, and fully supported throughout their appointment. Clinically, Chloe focuses on a patient-first philosophy and maintains a deep clinical interest in preventive dentistry, advanced periodontal therapy, and gentle restorative care. She is incredibly passionate about continuing professional development and lifelong learning. Chloe regularly undertakes advanced training courses and attends industry seminars to continually expand her clinical skills, ensuring she provides the highest possible standard of evidence-based care to everyone who sits in her chair.

Dr Alison Downes (Ali) graduated from Griffith University with Academic excellence and has been practising as a dentist on the Gold Coast ever since. Formerly from a small NSW country town herself, she loves practising in the small and relaxed town of Mudgeeraba. Ali has worked in the areas of rural and remote dentistry and public health, but is now practising privately for Coastal Dental Care, Mudgeeraba. Ali’s other passion, aside from dentistry, is travelling. From a young age Ali has been fortunate enough to explore many other countries and cultures, which have been both eye opening, at times, humbling experiences. In her recreational time, Ali enjoys spending time on one of the many Gold Coast beaches, hiking and bike riding. She offers our clients top-quality treatment covering all aspects of dentistry. This includes oral hygiene appointments, tooth-coloured fillings, crown and bridgework, cosmetic dentistry and teeth whitening.

Dr Jacki Obst graduated from the University of Queensland with honours in 1999. Since then she has worked at several practices on the Gold Coast, including an early stint with Coastal Dental Care at our Treeview practice (formerly known as Christine Corner Dental). These experiences have provided her with a broad range of knowledge and a sound understanding of the dental needs and wants of the Gold Coast community. Since starting her career, Jacki has dedicated herself to becoming an exemplary clinician. Jacki has an interest in all aspects of general and cosmetic dental treatment but is particularly focused on gaining an understanding in to what underlying factors may be contributing to her patients dental concerns. Her aim is to not only treat her patients’ teeth today, but to provide complete and comprehensive treatment planning to ensure their teeth for life. Being a local to the area for over 10 years, Jacki can be found spending time with her young family and beautiful dogs around the parks and walking tracks of Mudgeeraba. She also loves to play netball and snowboarding.

With 35 years of Dental experience, James is a passionate and caring Dentist interested in creating a positive experience for his patients whilst delivering comfortable and quality general dentistry care. James was born in Central Africa and brought up mainly in Rhodesia before attending boarding school and University in South Africa. In 1982 James emigrated with his family to New Zealand and completed his postgraduate studies in Virology before entering dental school at the University of Otago. He was awarded a Medical Research Council summer studentship in 1985 and the University of Otago Award in Dentistry in 1986 before graduating in 1987 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Credit. He completed 2 years in the Auckland Hospital System as a Dental House Surgeon and Registrar before commencing in Private Practice. In 1995 James emigrated to Western Australia and opened his own busy group private practice in Perth in 1998. In addition to a busy practice, James spent two years as a part-time clinical tutor teaching in undergraduate clinics at the University of Western Australia School of Dentistry. In 2008 James fulfilled a lifelong dream and purchased an old Dairy farm in Margaret River. This kept him busy on the weekends and allowed him to pursue an interest in land rehabilitation and conservation creating a practical farming space whilst creating wildlife and bird habitat and biodiversity tree planting. James moved to Sydney in 2021 working in private practice and relocated to The Gold Coast in mid-2023. James has two teenage daughters, and in his spare time, his hobbies include gardening and reading whilst snow skiing, dog walking, scuba diving and cycling keep him active.

Dr Pooja Lallu is a dedicated and compassionate dentist at Coastal Dental Care Mudgeeraba, committed to helping patients achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles. Originally from Fiji, Dr Pooja completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery at Fiji National University in 2020. During her time in Fiji, she gained invaluable experience working in both remote communities and public hospitals, providing essential dental care to patients with diverse oral health needs. After moving to the Gold Coast, Dr Pooja completed her Australian Dental Council Examinations in 2025. She then worked as a FIFO dentist, which allowed her to broaden her clinical experience and treat patients from different regions before joining the friendly team at Coastal Dental Care Mudgeeraba. Dr Pooja Lallu understands that visiting the dentist can sometimes feel daunting, especially for those with dental anxiety. She takes pride in creating a calm and comfortable environment where patients feel heard, respected, and cared for. By taking the time to listen and explain every step of the process, she helps patients feel at ease during their visits. Her gentle and understanding approach ensures that every patient receives personalised dental care tailored to their individual needs. She enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, with a particular passion for preventive care and patient education. Dr Pooja believes prevention is the key to long-term oral health and works closely with her patients to develop healthy habits and proactive dental routines. Her goal is to provide high-quality, comprehensive dental care while continuing to advance her skills through ongoing professional development. Outside of dentistry, Dr Pooja enjoys exploring new destinations, relaxing at the beach, and spending quality time with her family and friends.

Having earned my Bachelor of Dental Science (Honours) at the esteemed University of Queensland, I have since had the privilege of practising dentistry at the Herston Oral Health Centre and Stafford Dental Clinic in Brisbane. Growing up in Malaysia, I have acquired proficiency in several languages, including English, Mandarin, and Malay, while also having a grasp on Cantonese and Hokkien. Dentistry has been a fulfilling passion of mine, and it brings me great joy to see the positive impact it has on people’s health and confidence by restoring their smiles. Additionally, building relationships with my patients is an essential aspect of my profession. To expand my knowledge, I attend study clubs regularly, and I also volunteer as a dental assistant for a charity organisation. During my downtime, I love to share my culinary skills with my friends by baking and brewing coffee. In addition, I enjoy learning new languages, and at present, I am delving into Korean and Japanese. Apart from church activities, I try to spend my free time productively, further enriching my life experiences.