Meet Our Clinicians

Dr Estelle Swart, Owner & Principal Dentist

Dr Estelle Swart

Owner & Principal Dentist

Estelle opened Brighton Beach Dental in 2008 with the aim of bringing state-of-the-art dentistry services to Perth’s northern suburbs. Having four children of her own, Dr Swart understands the importance of developing good dental health habits early in life.

In order to change the perception of dentistry that many people have grown up with she has created a family dental practice with a warm, friendly and calming atmosphere.

Dr. Elaine Zepeda

Dentist

Dr. Elaine earned her qualification in Dental Medicine from Centro Escolar University in 2004 and gained extensive experience by working in various dental sectors before eventually opening her own practice. She had completed an advanced preceptorship in Orthodontics before moving to Australia in 2010.

Dr. Elaine continues to expand her knowledge by working with highly skilled dentists in the fields of periodontics, implants and cosmetic dentistry.

She is very passionate about her job and finds pleasure in enriching her patients’ awareness on oral health. She is also an advocate for charities overseas and regularly participates in dental missions. Outside of dentistry, Dr Elaine enjoys travelling and exploring different cultures. She also has a keen appreciation of various forms of art which has cultivated her interest and talent in interior design.

Dr. Tina Oosthuizen

Dentist

Dr Tina Oosthuizen completed a Bachelors of Dentistry from the University of Pretoria, South Africa in 2001.  Having been an indispensable part of the dental industry since then, Tina is skilled at administering a host of multifarious dental practices with endodontics and restorative dentistry being her forte.

In addition to this, she has a passion for communicating with anxious patients to help them relax, with the hope to find a treatment plan they are comfortable with and to ensure they receive a positive and enjoyable dental experience.

Tina is continuously staying up to date with her dental knowledge through ongoing CPD courses and seminars. She has been practicing in Australia since 2019 when she immigrated with her family from South Africa.

Her interests outside work includes art, gardening, spending time outdoors and quality time with her family.

Laura

Hygienist

Laura joined Dr Estelle Swart and the Brighton Beach Dental team in 2015, moving to sunny Australia in 2007 from the UK.
 
She qualified as a dental hygienist 20 years ago at the Eastman’s Dental Hospital and worked and studied for a number of years in London.
 
Laura is a mum to three beautiful children and loves spending time with her family.  She also enjoys creative hobbies such as crochet and attending live music concerts.
 
Laura is a dedicated gym member, competing in bodybuilding competitions and this is where you will probably find her if not with her family.  Health and fitness is one of her passions – along with teeth of course!

Sue

Hygienist

Sue has been a dental hygienist since 1997. She started her career in South Africa as a hygienist as a result of her love for the medical field and helping people stay in good health. In her spare time, Sue looks after her three boys, all of which are in school.

Sue is also a talented creative type, enjoying baking and painting. Sue doesn’t just focus on her dental health, she also keeps physically healthy by keeping up an active jogging routine.

Heloise Swart

Oral Health Therapist

Heloise has completed a Bachelor of Science (Oral Health Therapy) at Curtin University and is registered as an Oral Health Therapist (OHT) with Adult Scope. She is strongly focused on disease prevention, oral health promotion and periodontal management.

Heloise is very passionate about helping patients achieve confidence with their smile and aims to make each dental appointment a pleasant visit.

Oral Health Therapists can perform many common dental procedures including but not limited to preventive dental treatment such as oral cancer screening, scale and clean, periodontal (gum) assessment and treatment, fissure sealants, radiographs (x-ray), teeth whitening and more complex procedures such as temporary and permanent fillings, placing stainless steel crowns or extracting baby teeth.

An Oral Health Therapist with Adult Scope can also provide above treatment on adults as well as children.

Your comfort and well-being are our team’s priorities every step of the journey.