Dr Penelope Ellis
principal dentist
Dr. Penny Ellis obtained a Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Adelaide, completing her studies in 2001.
Penny’s areas of clinical interest include Conservative and General Dentistry, performing examinations, cleans, fillings, mouth guards and night guards, emergency visits, trauma and limited root canal treatment, crowns, and conservative cosmetic dentistry including bleaching.
Penny also has specific interests in the discipline of Children’s dentistry, and Forensic Odontology.
Maddie Ducker
Hygienist
Maddie graduated from the Bachelor of Oral Health at the University of Adelaide in 2016. She has more than 11 years working in the dental industry, starting as a Dental Assistant in 2012. She has experience in both general dental working with children and adults, and in Orthodontics. Maddie has a particular interest in treating nervous patients, making sure they feel comfortable in the dental setting.
In Maddie's spare time, she enjoys spending time with her Husband and 2-year-old labradoodle, Lucy. You will also regularly find her at her family's beach house on the Fleurieu Peninsula, or trying out new restaurants and wineries in South Australia.
Dr Johanna Linn
principal dentist
Dr Johanna Linn trained at the University of Adelaide and has worked in private practice initially in rural Victoria and then locally for over 25 years.
She is skilled in all areas of general dentistry with a focus on preventive care as well as sound conservative treatment, and is a current member of the Australian Dental Association.
Elina Nurmela
HYGIENIST
Elina is a compassionate and dedicated dental hygienist with an Advanced Diploma of Oral Health from TAFE SA. She has always had an interest in teeth, mixing her passion for horses to become a qualified equine dentist in 2014. Following this, Elina making the jump to human dentistry by training to become a dental assistant in 2019 before undertaking further studies to become a dental hygienist. She is passionate about preventive care, periodontal therapy, and patient education, aiming to empower individuals to maintain healthy smiles for life.
In Elina’s spare time she enjoys being outdoors with her partner and fur baby Flynn along with downhill mountain bike riding.
Dr Elizabeth Usher
Dentist
Dr Elizabeth Usher received her Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Adelaide in 2009. As well as enjoying her work in private practice, she also has experience as a clinical tutor at the University of Adelaide, and as a volunteer at the Angkor Hospital for Children in Siam Reap, Cambodia.
Whilst Liz enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, she has a particular interest in caring for patients with dental anxiety and phobias, and is experienced in performing treatment under relative analgesia (happy gas) and IV sedation. Liz understands the importance of ensuring her patients feel as comfortable as possible with what may seem like a daunting process, and enjoys seeing her patients’ confidence once they have a positive experience and feel good about their teeth.
Outside of the clinic Liz is a busy mum of two girls and enjoys running, cooking, and catching up with friends.
