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We care about you and your teeth, using the latest technology and pain-free techniques, combining procedures such as general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, dental implants and oral surgery. |
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Carolyn
Carrie has been working with Dave Stallworthy for over 25 years. She organises many aspects of his practise, including chairside, implant surgeries and administrative duties. Carrie is a qualified dental assistant, whose extensive experience in our dental practise makes her a highly valued member of our team.
Carrie is also a qualified beauty therapist, who runs a treatment room from home in her spare time. |
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Pauline
Pauline is our pleasant receptionist, who has been with us since 2007. Pauline has over 8 years experience in dental administration. She deals with patient enquires and appointments, administrative duties and ensures the smooth running on the front desk. |
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Natalie
Natalie has worked here in our infection control area since 2001. She maintains our high standard of cleanliness and sterility, which is a vital part of the everyday running of our surgery. |
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Bridget
Bridget started with us at the beginning of 2010 as a nursing assistant, steriliser and also provides support at the reception desk. Bridget grew up in Kaitaia and moved to Whangarei to pursue a career in the dental industry after completing her final year of high school. Bridget completed her Dental Assistants Certificate in 2011. Bridget works alongside Richard Stallworthy. |
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Sheryll
Sheryll was part of the “Original” reception team when the “Church” opened in 1997. After having her daughter, Olivia, and a few other jobs, she returned in January 2012 to be part of the fantastic welcoming team at Maunu Dental once again. She helps with appointments, patient enquiries, administrative duties and makes our patients feel welcome and comfortable. |
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Heather
Dental Hygienist
Heather attended Indiana University School of Dentistry in the United States graduating in 1999 with an Associate in Science – Dental Hygiene degree. After practising hygiene for 9 years in the U.S. including work at the Indiana University Dental School Heather started practising hygiene here in New Zealand May 2008.
The primary task of the hygienist is in prevention and non-surgical treatment of periodontal disease, also know as gum disease. Periodontal disease is one of the leading causes of tooth loss. As a dental hygienist Heather will gently guide patients’ personal care to achieve and maintain sound oral tissues as an integral part of their general health.
Hygienists are trained to recognise the warning signs of potentially life-threatening diseases whose early symptoms first appear in the mouth. Some of the other services provided include: fissure sealants, fluoride treatments, diagnostic radiographs, in-office and home whitening procedures.
Heather is pregnant with her first child and will be returning part time after maternity leave. |
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Kyra
Dental Hygienist
Kyra began as a dental assistant in 2005 after receiving training in Washington, USA. She worked for a variety of practices throughout Vancouver and Kelowna Canada, gaining valuable knowledge regarding all aspects of the dental field. Kyra decided to pursue hygiene and moved East to attend Toronto College of Dental Hygiene, graduating in 2011. She recently has located to New Zealand. |
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Bronwyn
Bronwyn joined our team in January 2012. She is part of the infection control team who takes great care and has a very high standard of cleanliness and sterility. Her job in a very important role and vital to the everyday running of the surgery. Bronwyn has grown up on her parent's dairy farm and enjoys the outdoor life. |
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Dr Dave Stallworthy
B.D.S., F.I.C.D. Specialist Hospital Dentist
Dave graduated from Otago University with his BDS in December 1973, and began working at Auckland Hospital in 1974. Here he gained valuable experience in Hospital dentistry and in oral surgery, which he carried over into private practice in Otahuhu the next year. He then left on his OE and worked for several years in England furthering his career. On his return to New Zealand in 1978, he became a partner in a busy general practice in James Street, where he worked for many years.
In 1981 he took up a part-time appointment at the Whangarei Hospital to further his interest in oral surgery, and received specialist qualifications in 1990 for his work in Hospital dentistry. This is still an important part of every working week for Dave, providing him with the opportunity to treat trauma cases, such as fractured jaws, oral pathology and medically compromised patients. It also means that he is able to liase with specialist surgeons and other medical colleagues on a regular basis.
In 1997 Dave and business partner Bev van Melsem moved their practice to new premises at 19 Maunu Road, where they have been able to expand the range of services they can provide for their patients. Unfortunately Bev had to retire in 2001 due to ill health. Dave now has associates to help run the practice.
In addition to a wide range of conservative dentistry procedures, Dave’s special interests are in oral surgery and implantology.
In association with Dr. Philippa White, Dave has a fortnightly operating list at his rooms to treat patients requiring a general anaesthetic or sedation for surgery cases and for those who are nervous in the dental chair.
For those patients considering having implants, Dave is able to carry out both surgical and prosthetic procedures at his rooms. To ensure that he is up to date with the latest techniques in this area, Dave is a member of the Australasian Society of Implantologists, and the International College of Implantologists. The rapid rate of change in dental techniques and materials has provided Dave with the impetus to attend a wide range of conferences and courses over the years, so that he can be sure that he is offering his patients treatment that is current, proven and successful. |
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Dr Richard Stallworthy
B.D.S
Richard was a Whangarei Boys High School student before attending Otago University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2000.
Richard spent his first two years after graduating working in Invercargill hospital. Here he gained valuable experience in oral surgery, trauma and treating medically compromised patients.
He then moved to the UK and worked in Hampshire for 2 years, where emphasise was placed on cosmetic dentistry.
On his return to New Zealand in 2005, he joined the team at Maunu Dental.
Richard is an experienced Dentist who enjoys all aspects of general dentistry; he likes to take preventative approach by educating patients and using conservative dental procedures.
Richard has a special interest in endodontics and over the past 3 years he has been able to develop his endodontic technique further by using the practice’s microscope.
Richard also has experience treating patients with IV and nitrous sedation and often uses his oral surgery skills on patients who have difficult cases, requiring general anaesthetic. Recently the practice purchased a bio-lase soft tissue laser, which Richard is routinely using for soft tissue surgery. Since he has been practising here Richard has established a large client base of regular patients. |
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Dr Megan McGregor
B.D.S
Megan was born in Whangarei and attended Maunu Primary and Whangarei Intermediate Schools. Her secondary schooling was in Auckland. Megan graduated from Otago University in 1997 as Bachelor of Dental Surgery with credit. Following graduation, Megan worked in the Waikato for several years in a busy family practice.
For 6 months Megan then joined a team of dentists under the sponsorship of the government of the Northern Territories. This programme allowed Megan to participate in a type of flying dental service throughout the vast Australian outback, and she also gained valuable professional experience treating many cases of severe dental neglect.
Megan then married Guy and they moved to England for four years. As well as travelling throughout Europe, Megan gained invaluable professional development in the United Kingdom by working closely with specialists including paedodontists, endodontists, prosthodontists and orthodontists.
In 2004 Megan returned to her home town, Whangarei. Megan and Guy now have four beautiful children, Alice, Heidi, Katie and Marcus.
Megan now capably manages the demands of her family while continuing to enjoy her practice of dentistry. She has worked at Maunu Dental since 2006.
Megan is well known for her friendly, professional and caring manner. She is particularly successful in assisting her patients to be at ease. |
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Sandy
Sandy comes to us with many years of Dental experience. She has spent most of her dental experience both in Hamilton and Auckland. She moved to Whangarei in 2009, working 2 years for the DHB in the Relief of Pain Clinic and then out in school dental clinics. Joining us in 2012, Sandy is working alongside Megan McGregor and is enjoying all facets of general dentistry. |
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