At Shoppingtown Dental in Doncaster, we pride ourselves on the patient-centred experience we provide that puts you at the heart of everything we do. Our experienced dentists in Doncaster are committed to being the best at what they do, and our team members will ensure that your visits are comfortable and pleasant.
Because we listen carefully to your oral health concerns, we can organise treatment plans tailored to your unique needs, including your budget, timeline and lifestyle.
The Shoppingtown Dental team looks forward to serving your oral health needs with friendliness and compassion. Until we meet, please take a few moments to read our bios and get to know us.
Our Triple A Philosophy
Always Accessible: We are committed to designing treatment plans around your unique needs to ensure you always have access to high-quality dentistry and expert care.
Always Affordable: Because the cost of dental care is a consideration for many patients, we accept all private health insurance, offer flexible financing, and can even assist you in accessing your superannuation when necessary.
Always Available: Our hours reflect our commitment to being there for you when you need us. Need an appointment after regular business hours? We can accommodate you. Can’t break away during the work week? Our Saturday hours make your dentistry convenient and stress-free.
Discover the Ascend Dental Difference!
At Ascend Dental, we are led by a team of highly experienced dental industry leaders committed to providing the best possible patient care. Our clinics are individually managed with a personal touch, ensuring top-quality service for every patient. We prioritise our patients with our signature Triple A Philosophy and Patients-First Approach, guaranteeing exceptional care from our talented and caring dentists. With a wide range of dental services, including treatment under general anaesthetic in a private hospital setting, you can trust Ascend Dental for all your dental needs. Please visit Ascend Dental for more information!
Dr Andy Kuo, BDSc (Melb)
After graduation, Andy moved to Hervey Bay, Queensland, to begin his career, gaining extensive experience in all aspects of dentistry. He moved back to Melbourne a year later and has established a highly successful career in private practice.
Andy provides care in a range of areas including children’s dentistry, root canal treatments, restorative work, implants, and orthodontics. He is also a gentle, highly empathetic and caring dentist—an innate quality born out of his own fear of dentists as a child.
With his passion for dental care, Andy has led multiple aid trips to the Philippines, providing dentistry to the underserved. During his downtime, Andy loves to spend time with his family and walk his two Jack Russells. In addition to English, Andy speaks fluent Mandarin Chinese and Taiwanese (Hokkien).
Dr Emily Law, BDSc
Emily is a Bachelor of Dental Science graduate from the University of Melbourne. She has since gained experience working in private practice across Gippsland and metropolitan Victoria.
Emily is passionate about general dentistry and patient care, striving to bring a patient’s best smile forward. She believes in constant learning to better herself and hence has participated in numerous professional development courses, with a particular interest in orthodontics.
Being a regular volunteer in kids' care outside the clinic has also helped Emily develop an enthusiasm for working with children. This experience has also led her to participate in dental volunteering ventures overseas for the underserved.
In her spare time, Emily enjoys her reformer Pilates classes and spending quality time with her closest friends and family.
Dr Andrew Shehata, MDSc
Andrew earned his master's in dentistry upon graduating from La Trobe University in Bendigo. He gained extensive experience practising throughout rural Victoria before settling down in Melbourne.
With a holistic mindset, Dr Andrew approaches his treatment from all angles and involving multiple disciplines. He has completed thorough training in Invisalign (clear aligners to straighten teeth), digital dentistry and complex teeth extractions.
He thrives on opportunities to work with each patient to personalise treatment according to their values and incorporate research-based therapies.
Outside of work, he enjoys hiking and exploring new places with his wife, Meray and their dog Ava.
Maggie Wong
Oral Health Therapist
Maggie is an experienced Oral Health Therapist who graduated from the University of Melbourne in 2010. She works across both the public and private sectors and is also involved in teaching as a clinical demonstrator at a university. She has a keen interest in minimal intervention dentistry and is passionate about mentoring emerging oral health professionals. She has also participated in multiple outreach trips to the Philippines, providing much-needed dental aid to underserved communities. In addition to English, she speaks fluent Cantonese and conversational Mandarin. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys playing badminton and is a busy mum of two beautiful daughters who keep her on her toes.