About Us

PRACTICE MANAGER

Melody's journey with us is truly inspiring. At a young age, she has already demonstrated exceptional dedication and hard work, rising through the ranks with impressive speed. Her passion for excellence shines through in everything she does.

Melody brought her talents to Tooth Fairy & Co., and we are so grateful to have her on our team! Her commitment to our practice and our patients is unparalleled. In her spare time Melody loves getting outside and being in nature, spending time with her friends and family, playing board games and of course, listening to Taylor Swift.

Melody embodies the values we hold dear - kindness, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. We are lucky to have her leading our team and can't wait to see the amazing things she will achieve!

ORAL HEALTH THERAPIST & HEAD TOOTH FAIRY

Tooth Fairy & Co. is Stephanie's brain child, building off her innovative approach to providing 'dentistry with a difference' to clients of all ages in South East Queensland.

Stephanie was the first Oral Health Therapist to own her own dental practice in Queensland, opening her doors in 2004. She has been working with children for over 25 years and is fondly known to many as 'The Tooth Fairy.'

In 2013, Stephanie was named as a finalist in the Telstra Women’s Business Awards and was named in YWCA’s Queensland 125 Leading Women. In 2015, she was a finalist in the nationally acclaimed St George Bank Ausmumpreneur Awards, coming 2nd out of a field of 10 female business owners and entrepreneurs. The following year Stephanie was invited to speak at the International Symposium on Dental Hygiene 2016 in Basel, Switzerland.

Stephanie’s innovations in service delivery have been a key to transforming her dental practice and providing services to over 30,000 patients. Her innovations in service delivery include the unique 'Tooth Fairy Service' for children (available to children 0 – 18 years) and the 'Tranquil Room' for anxious and dental phobic adults.

In 2004, Stephanie developed an educational health program aimed at school and kindergarten aged children. It teaches children about healthy food choices, and the importance of caring for their teeth and bodies. The program has been running through out South East Queensland for over 12 years, is fully accredited by Education Queensland. In 2010 Stephanie authored a children’s book entitled The Tooth Fairy as it has never ever been told and in 2013 created a Children’s App entitled TFI Tooth Fairy designed to help children enjoy brushing their teeth with the Tooth Fairy as well as giving them rewards, tips, songs and games.

Stephanie is a dynamic and innovative businesswoman with a strong entrepreneurial spirit. Her vision and commitment to her industry is unwavering as she boldly strives to improve the way dentistry is delivered for people young and old. She has been highly influential in changing the way dentistry is perceived within South East Queensland and through innovative service delivery has helped thousands of people overcome their dental fears and anxieties which had previously been a barrier to maintaining good dental health.

Qualifications

1991

Oral Health Therapy (QUT)

Speaking Engagements

2016

International Symposium of Dental Hygiene

Basel, Switzerland (23rd June to 25 June 2016)

Guest Speaker

2009 – 2013

Griffith University Lecturing Final Year Dental / Oral Health Therapy Students Role Model, Mentor, Coach to New Graduates

2009

NSW Dental Therapists Conference Guest Speaker

Guest Speaker at various Schools and Childcare Centres

Oral Health Education

Awards and Recognition

2015

St George Bank Ausmumpreneur Awards

Melbourne

2nd in Ausmumpreneur of the Year Category

2013

YWCA QLD Leading Ladies

Brisbane

Named in top 125 Leading QLD Ladies

2013

Telstra Business Women’s Awards

Brisbane

Queensland Finalist in Business Owner category

2012

Women Making a Difference

Redland City

Redland Women’s Information Network

Business and Professional Award

2012

Redland’s Business Achievement Awards

Redland Chamber of Commerce

• Induction into the Hall of Excellence (Entrepreneur and Innovation)
• Best Business Award
• Excellence in Health Care and Social Assistance Award
• Best Employer Award

2011

Redland’s Business Achievement Awards

Redlands Chamber of Commerce

• Entrepreneur and Innovation Award
• Professional Services Award

2010

Redland’s Business Achievement Awards

Redlands Chamber of Commerce

• Women in Business Award
• Entrepreneur and Innovation Award
• People’s Choice Award

2009

Redland’s Business Achievement Awards

Redlands Chamber of Commerce

• Entrepreneur and Innovation Award
• Best Boss Award
• People’s Choice

PRINCIPAL DENTIST

Dr Aiden has a wonderful reputation as our trusted Principal Dentist here at Tooth Fairy & Co.  He is well known for his clear communication style as well as his caring personality and gentle touch.

He has over 20 years of proven experience in dental care, obtaining his bachelor degree in Dental Surgery in 2000.

Passion for attaining excellence in dentistry led to a Post-graduate Master’s Degree in Oral Surgery from Griffith University in 2019.

Whilst Dr Aiden enjoys the wide range of diagnosis and treatment procedures involved in being a general dentist, he has special interests in Surgical procedures (Implants and Wisdom Teeth Removal), Crown & Bridge work and making Occlusal Splints to treat teeth grinding (Bruxism).

In his spare time Dr Aiden enjoys family time, reading and keeping up with world issues.

DENTIST

Dr. Luong has worked in both public and private health, and enjoys all aspects of general dental practice. Her focus is not just on the dentition but the management of the individual as a whole. 

Maryanna is well known for her cheery dipsosition and her enthusiastic approach, while providing a professional and comfortable environment for her patients. 

DENTIST

Dr Maria Luu graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Dental Science Degree in 1996. She has practised dentistry with Qld Health in both Brisbane and Cairns, even serving with the Royal Flying Doctor Service in Far North Old - as well as working in London and Devon in the U.K. 

Dr. Luu has been a member of the Tooth Fairy & Co. team since 2013 and is very well known for her caring and empathetic approach, particularly with anxious patients. 

DENTIST

Min was born and raised in Korea, before moving to Australia as a teenager. After completing High School in Adelaide, Min moved to the Gold Coast to study dentistry, graduating with a Graduate Diploma of Dentistry at Griffith University.

Min believes that dentistry should be accessible and approachable to all patients and that everyone deserves to have a healthy smile. She is more than happy to listen to her patients to better understand her patients’ concerns.

Her caring personality and gentle approach makes dental treatment as comfortable as possible and it is important to her that her patients feel at ease during their dental treatment.

Dr Min is able to deliver all aspects of general dentistry and has a special passion for cosmetic and restorative dentistry. She regularly attends continuing education courses to further her skills in more advanced aspects of dentistry.

In her spare time, Min enjoys movies, particularly drama, as well as to spend time travelling the world with her friends and family.

ORAL HEALTH THERAPIST

Tylen is an Oral Health Therapist, graduating with distinction from CQ University in Rockhampton in 2015. Immediately following graduation Tylen completed a stint working in indigenous health in rural and remote areas, before settling in to private practice. At Tooth Fairy & Co Tylen is affectionately known as ‘Captain Canine’ joining the team of Toothfairies to help fight those bad bugs!

Tylen is extremely passionate about his role in the promotion of oral health and preventative care, working with special needs children and people of all ages, creating a positive atmosphere to overcome patient anxiety and encouraging better oral health habits and regimes.

Tylen has developed particular interests in the holistic approach where all of the body is linked, and your mouth is the pathway to your body. Nutrition, posture including sleeping, growth patterns, clear airways for nasal breathing, oral and facial muscle function all play different roles for the optimal physical and mental growth from a young age! Healthy mouth, healthy body with prevention being the best cure.

Tylen is a movie buff and a Disney fanatic so can often keep up with the kids! If he isn’t in the surgery, then he is most likely hiking up a mountain or swimming laps, and when there’s rain it’s board games or movies with his dog, Cookie the Cavoodle!

DENTIST

Sharleen graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Dental Science (Hons). Having experience working in both government and private clinics, Sharleen has treated patients of all age groups. She is a very gentle and caring dentist and strives to make all her patients as comfortable as possible when coming to see her. Sharleen is committed to improving the oral health of our community. In her spare time, Sharleen likes to go to the beach and spend time with her family and friends and has also been known to bake up a storm. 

ORAL HEALTH THERAPIST & TOOTH FAIRY

Katelyn completed her Bachelor of Oral Health at Central Queensland University in Rockhampton, in 2019. Katelyn’s time at CQU gave her the opportunity to participate in a dental placement in Cambodia. This experience allowed Katelyn to treat Cambodian children, which enhanced her clinical skillset along with her cultural awareness.

At Tooth Fairy & Co Katelyn is known as “Tooth Fairy Sparkles”. Fairy Sparkles real passion lies in, ensuring all patients have an enjoyable experience. Her infectious, bubbly personality brings joy to patients of all ages! Fairy Sparkles has a real passion for working with children and educating patients so they can take control of their own oral health.

Outside of Tooth Fairy & Co, Katelyn enjoys watching Disney movies, cooking and playing board games with her husband.

DENTIST

After graduating from Griffith University, Dr Cherise Tan developed a keen interest in cosmetic dentistry, prosthodontics, and practices a patient-centred approach.

Dr Cherise strongly believes in prevention rather than cure and understands that a beautiful smile can change everything. She prides herself on being organised and dedicated to working together in order to create a treatment plan that is individually curated just for you.

In her free time, Dr Cherise loves travelling, spending time with her family and friends, and playing with her dogs. She is an avid foodie and Broadway show enthusiast who enjoys talking about the latest movies and TV shows.

Dr Cherise loves learning languages, and can speak English, Bahasa Malaysia, Japanese, and Mandarin.

DENTIST

Having grown up in the bayside area, Lauren graduated from the University of Queensland with a Bachelor of Dental Science (Hons) in 2013.  She is passionate about providing gentle care and ensuring everyone feels as comfortable as possible when coming to the dentist.

Lauren works with patients of all ages and aims to help her patients achieve the best dental health possible through disease prevention and quality dental work.  Lauren loves working with families and children, making sure a visit to the dentist is as enjoyable as possible.

Outside of work, Lauren enjoys travelling and going to the beach on weekends.  You’ll most likely find her in a gym class, running or spending time with her partner and family.

DENTIST

Dr Tiffany Dowling grew up in the Redlands with her children now also attending Bayview State School.  Dr Tiffany graduated with a Bachelor of Dentistry (Hons) from The University of Sydney graduating in 2013, and Bachelor of Science (Hons) from The University of Queensland.

Having always had an interest in medicine and working with her hands, Dr Tiffany first became interested in dentistry as a profession while working as a science researcher for an oral medicine specialist in oral cancer. She believes the switch to dentistry was the right decision as she loves all things teeth and being able to use her hands combined with modern technology to improve the quality of life for patients.

Dr Tiffany displays a high level of attention to detail in her work and enjoys all aspects of dentistry including professional cleaning, tooth restorations and cosmetic treatments including whitening. In addition to this, she enjoys the challenge of more complex treatments such as root canal therapy, crown/bridges, dentures, extractions and Invisalign treatment.

Dr Tiffany loves helping people of all ages and communicating in a relaxed, friendly manner. With her compassionate nature, it is her aim to ensure that everyone feels comfortable in the dental chair, especially those with dental anxiety or special needs.

Tiffany is a mother to three beautiful, young children. Outside of the practice she loves spending time with them reading, gardening, swimming, learning new instruments and getting amongst the community.