Find the dentist that best suits your needs.
Our team
DENTIST
Dr Christopher Hem
Dr Hem graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1992. During his undergrad years, he did an undergraduate exchange program at the university of Minnesota. Since graduation, he has been working in Wantirna South. He started in Stud Rd but moved to 3 Templeton St, Wantirna in May 2005.
He is a member of the Australian Dental association and is always striving to keep up to date with the latest researches and techniques. He has always worked as a general practitioner providing most treatment in dentistry. He is happy to treat adults and children alike.
DENTIST
Dr Christine Chan-Yam
Dr Chan graduated from the University of Melbourne in 1995. Since then, she has worked in numerous private practices which include Mt Eliza, Mentone and Sandringham. In 2003, she opened up Bright Smile Dental Surgery in Mt Waverley with Dr Chris Hem. Since June 2004, she works part time due to motherhood. She is the mother of three kids and thus has many tricks up her sleeves in dealing with kids. She is fluent in french.
She is a member of the Australian Dental Association and enjoys going to many lectures to keep up to date with the latest researches and techniques.
RECEPTIONIST AND DENTAL NURSE
Enza Cugliandro
Enza Cugliandro has been working at the surgery since August 1986. She started dental nursing in 1976. She has been trained in all areas of dentistry and has a vast knowledge. Enza would be able to answer most of your questions but if in doubt, she would consult with the dentists.
She has two grown up children: Gabriella and Jason and 3 grand kids. She enjoys travelling and dining out.
RECEPTIONIST AND DENTAL NURSE
Serena Poon
Serena Poon started at Bright Smile in October 2004. She has experiences in numerous fields which include general nursing. pharmacy and disability care, and she is extremely competent in answering most of your queries. If in doubt, she will consult with one of the dentists. Serena works at both the Mount Waverley and Wantirna surgeries.
Serena has a little boy Will who was born in Oct 2015