Dentists in St Ives

Our Dentists

Dr Behzad Habibi
Dr Mahshad Habibi
Dr Su-lin de Souza
Dr Linda Chapman
Dr Richard Toigo
Dr Yolanda Chiong
Dr Aida Saffarpour
Dr Michael Chen
Dr Ryan Kim
Dr Jordana Wang

Our Reception Team

Deb, Mikayla, Kerri, Eliza, Tina and Yasmin

Our Dental Assistants

Alanah, Amira, Ana, Ana Gail, Eliza, Emma, Iryna, Kerri, Mehri, Nini, Rohan and Tina

Dentist Profiles

Dr Behzad Habibi

BDS (Uni of Syd), FRACDS
Additional languages: Farsi
Dr Behzad grew up on the North Shore and after graduating in 1992 from Sydney University, started his career in community health, research and teaching. Soon after, he joined his sister to establish the Group. He now looks after his long-standing patients, takes referrals from other dentists and focuses on more complex cases. His philosophy centres on patient education, motivation and striving to satisfy patient needs while keeping treatment as simple as possible.
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Dr Mahshad Habibi

BDS (Uni of Syd)
Additional languages: Farsi
A graduate of Sydney University, Dr Mahshad Habibi commenced her professional career in a modest single chair practice in 1992 which has now turned into this Group. Mahshad's caring nature, preventive and educative approach to dentistry has allowed her to retain patients from those early days and form bonds with them and their families. Mahshad practises general dentistry with a special interest in root canal treatment.
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Dr Su-lin de Souza

BDS (Uni of Syd)
Dr Su-lin de Souza graduated from The University of Sydney in 1992 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. For two years, she worked for the Hunter Area Health Service and then moved to private practice, joining us in 1999. Su practises general dentistry and has a patient following from the Northern Beaches. You can't help but notice her gentle and caring nature.
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Dr Linda Chapman

BDS (Uni of Otago)
Dr Linda Chapman was born and raised in Christchurch, New Zealand. She graduated from The University of Otago in 1994, following which she worked in various practices in New Zealand and the United Kingdom before moving to Sydney. She joined our team in 2001. Linda practises preventive dentistry and her nature appeals to young and old.
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Dr Richard Toigo

BDS (ufrgs)
Additional languages: Portuguese
Dr Richard Toigo grew up in Rio Grande do Sul, the most southern state of Brazil, where he completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 1999. After graduating, Richard spent his first few years developing his clinical skills and scientific knowledge by working as a dentist in the post graduate clinic at The Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul, with a focus in clinical research in the areas of restorative and cosmetic dentistry. After a few years in private practice, Richard moved to Australia in 2007. His impressive nature and skills immediately secured him a place in our Group as a full-time dentist. Richard now practices general dentistry with extensive experience in cosmetic procedures and smile design. He is up to date with the latest technologies, materials and techniques and uses Digital Smile Design for smile transformations.
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Dr Yolanda Chiong

BSc (Adv), DMD (Uni of Syd)
Dr Yolanda Chiong received both titles of Doctor of Dental Medicine and Bachelors of Advanced Science from the University of Sydney. Yolanda is skilled in all areas of general dentistry and enjoys providing good quality patient-focused care. If you are looking for a gentle and compassionate family dentist who is great with children and adults alike, Yolanda is the one for you.
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Dr Aida Saffarpour

Additional languages: Farsi
Dr Aida is a caring and approachable general dentist who believes that a comfortable, positive dental experience is just as important as high-quality clinical care. She graduated with honours in 2003, earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree, and has been dedicated to helping patients feel at ease in the dental chair ever since. Dr Aida views dentistry as a unique combination of art and science, where precision meets creativity. She is deeply committed to her profession and regularly participates in continuing professional development to ensure her patients benefit from the most current techniques and advances in dentistry. Her clinical interests include restorative, cosmetic, and paediatric dentistry. When she's not at the practice, Dr Aida loves spending quality time with her husband and daughter. She also enjoys painting, reading, and yoga, which help her maintain balance and creativity both in and out of dentistry.
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Dr Michael Chen

BDS (Uni of Syd)
Dr Michael Chen graduated from The University of Sydney in 1993, obtaining a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. Since then, Michael has worked in a variety of dental settings including public health, health fund centres and private practices. Early on, he limited his practice to the field of Oral Surgery and he still holds a staff position in the Oral Surgery Department of Sydney Dental Hospital. Since 1995, Michael has been looking after our patients. His services include wisdom teeth removal, difficult extractions and minor soft tissue surgery. For anxious patients, procedures can be performed under intravenous sedation or general anaesthetic.
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Dr Ryan Kim

BDS DClinDent (Perio)
Additional languages: Korean Dr Ryan Kim completed his dental and specialist training in Periodontics in New Zealand and has been practising in Australia since 2006. As a Specialist Periodontist, he provides a wide range of treatments, including the management of gum disease, dental implants, surgical extractions, bone grafting, and gum grafting. He is committed to delivering high-quality care in a gentle and compassionate manner, and works closely with both patients and their referring dentists to achieve long-term, predictable outcomes in a comfortable and supportive environment.
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Dr Jordana Wang

BSc (Adv), DMD (USyd)
Dr Jordana graduated with distinction from the University of Sydney as a Sydney Scholar, completing a Bachelor of Science (Advanced) and a Doctor of Dental Medicine. Born and raised in Sydney, she is a local to the area and a graduate of James Ruse Agricultural High School. Prior to joining the team at St Ives Dental Group, Jordana provided dental care to communities across regional New South Wales. With a comprehensive approach to patient wellbeing, Dr Jordana considers not only your oral health but also how it relates to your overall wellbeing. She tailors treatment plans to support both immediate dental needs and long term wellbeing. Known for her gentle chairside manner, clear communication, and commitment to patient comfort, she strives to ensure every visit feels relaxed and reassuring. Jordana practices General Dentistry and has a special interest in clear aligners and fixed braces. Outside the clinic, she enjoys travelling and working on her golf game. Dr Jordana speaks English and Mandarin.
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Prosthetist Profile

Bernard McAlary

Adv Dip DP (Uni of Syd)
Bernard McAlary graduated with Advanced Diplomas in Dental Technology and Dental Prosthetics. He was a lecturer at TAFE and has been providing services to some of the best Prosthodontists in Sydney. For over twenty years, Bernie has been taking care of our patients' denture needs. Treating the patient himself, he is able to control the quality and complete the work in a shorter period.
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Dental Hygienist Profiles

Fiona Walker

BOH (Newcastle)
Fiona Walker joined the St Ives Dental Group team as a dental hygienist in May 2010. She graduated from The University of Newcastle in 2008 with a Bachelor of Oral Health, also receiving the "The Golden Scaler" award for professionalism and skills. Previously, she worked in the dental industry as a dental assistant and receptionist for over six years. Fiona is meticulous in all her endeavours.
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Brooke Gregory

BOH (Newcastle)
Brooke brings 15 years of experience to her role as a dental hygienist, along with a naturally calming presence. Her well-versed skill set and gentle manner help patients feel relaxed, supported, and confident throughout their appointments. With a strong focus on preventative care, Brooke takes the time to listen and clearly explain procedures. Her approach is thorough yet gentle, with an emphasis on ensuring patients feel calm, comfortable, and well cared for. Brooke holds a Bachelor of Oral Health from the University of Newcastle and has completed a Comprehensive Oral Examination qualification through the University of Sydney. She is committed to clinical excellence through ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
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Grace Bunt

OHT (Sydney)
Grace graduated from The University of Sydney in 2024 with a Bachelor of Oral Health. Grace joined St Ives Dental Group at the start of 2025. She is passionate in providing gentle but thorough patient care and is eager to improve her patients' knowledge of oral health. Her friendly and reassuring nature puts patients of all ages at ease.
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