Dr Valence Roberts

PRINCIPAL DENTIST (BDS) HONS, MELB

Growing up in Beaumaris, Valence always thought he would follow his father’s footsteps into the dental world. One of the top students of his year, he graduated with first class honours in 2004 at the University of Melbourne. One of few students to have work published, he was offered several scholarships throughout his studies.

Val spent two years working at Prime dental practice in Noosa, honing his skills (including surfing). He returned to Beaumaris in 2006, when he joined his father, Dr Carlo Roberts, who has provided quality dental service to the Bayside area for over 40 years. Val has now settled in Beaumaris with his young family, and is determined to do the same.

Enthusiastic about all aspects of dentistry, Val has dedicated his career to enhancing people’s lives both functionally and aesthetically through continuing education and training at the highest level. This includes participation in dental community health and volunteer programs both locally and internationally.

Additional training and qualifications:

• Inman aligner & 6 month braces training

• Esparza surgical training

• Nobel bio care implant training 

• MIS implant training 

• Invisalign training

• Laury Walsh laser training

• AADFA training for botox and fillers 

Dr Hisham

(BDS) OTAGO

Hisham grew up in New Zealand, graduating from Otago University with a double degree in Microbiology and Immunology (2007) and Dentistry (2010). Extremely passionate about dentistry, Hisham has endeavored to improve and fine-tune his skills with a multitude of professional development courses. His deep curiosity drives his interest in always providing the best results. Hisham’s clinical interests are in Orthodontic, Cosmetic, and Surgical dentistry and he’s always happy to share a sporting tale especially if it’s about basketball!

In his spare time, Hisham enjoys watching NBA Basketball and hanging out with friends.

Additional training and qualifications:

• POS Orthodontics Course 2-year post-graduate program

• Master course in Posterior Composites

• Full Mouth Rehabilitation

• Master Course in Aesthetic and Complex Composite

• Practical Oral Surgery 

Dr Sarah Braun

(BSc) DDS MELB

Dr Sarah Braun grew in the Bayside area and attended the University of Melbourne for both her Bachelor of Science (2013) and Doctor of Dental Surgery (2017).

Sarah loves to help people alter their expectations of what it means to go to the dentist. Her goal is to make appointments informative, honest and above all enjoyable. She takes particular interest in seeing children of all abilities and nervous patients.

Improving functional and aesthetic dental concerns is a constantly evolving area and Sarah partakes in frequent continuing educational programs. She enjoys practicing in all aspects of dentistry and aims to provide the highest level of care always.

When she’s not learning about dental techniques and concepts, you can find Sarah baking anything from three-layered cakes to custard donuts, hiking around outer Melbourne with friends or reading anything psychology related.

Additional training and qualifications:

⁃ Master course in Anterior and Posterior Composites

⁃ Master course in Minimal Preparation Ceramic Veneers

⁃ Master course in Injectable Resin Veneers

⁃ CSDS Silver Fluoride Training

⁃ Implant Restoration

Dr Jordan Kolsky

(BDS) MASTERS IN DENTISTRY

Dr Jordan Kolsky is a graduate of Latrobe University, having completed a Master’s degree in Dentistry across regional Victoria. He then worked in private practice in Darwin for half a decade.

Heavily involved in an array of voluntary positions in the dental industry, Jordan served as both a Councillor and Executive Treasurer for the ADA NT, Ambassador for NT for the Recent Graduates Advisory Panel and then returned to Latrobe University to teach students in crown and bridge work. He continues to volunteer with the Timor Leste Dental Program, providing free dental services to remote villages.

Jordan is extremely passionate about ongoing education, having travelled the world seeking out industry leaders as teachers.
A self-professed dental nerd, he received commendations in all exams when joining the Royal College of Dental Surgeons, and is currently undertaking another Master’s degree in Dental Aesthetics with Kings College London.

Jordan’s areas of special interest are in treating worn dentitions, aesthetics and minimally invasive dentistry. He has a reputation patience and empathy amongst his patients.

When not at the clinic, you may find Jordan running along Brighton beach or hiking around the Dandenongs. He’s particularly interested in Vipassana meditation, animal welfare, and painting – and is no stranger to playing acoustic guitar!

(BDS) JAMES COOK UNI, PGDIP (Oral Implantology)

Meet Dr Johnny Chen, a caring dentist with a knack for easing anxious patients’ fears. Graduating top of his class from James Cook University with three awards, he holds a Bachelor of Dental Surgery and is a proud member of the ADA.

Johnny has also undergone training in maxillo-facial surgery at Kyoto University. He’s particularly passionate about endodontics and oral surgery, constantly challenging himself to expand his expertise.

Practicing all over Australia in a wide variety of areas, he’s spent time in the Northern Territory, managing complex cases in remote rural communities.

Johnny enjoys building relationships with his patients, especially those who are nervous about dental visits. He believes in working together with his patients to ensure a positive clinical outcome and a stress-free experience.

With his compassionate nature and commitment to excellence,
he’s an invaluable addition to our team.