Company Values

With over 15 years of experience in dentistry, Dr Sheftel is passionate about his craft and is willing to walk the extra mile to achieve the best possible outcomes for his patients.

Hello, my name if Elizabeth and I qualified as a dental hygienist in London in the 1980’s before coming to Australia in 1990.  I previously worked in general dental and started with Moonee Ponds Periodontics in 2007.  I have been an active member of the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia (Victorian Branch), holding a variety of positions including President from 1996-1998 and I was also a member of the Ministers Health Review Committee when the Dental Act was re-written in 1997.  I am interested in the microbiology of periodontal disease and how this can impact our bodies.  Education in how we look after our mouths can have a big impact on general health.

Katherine graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Oral Health.  During her training she also obtained the extended adult scope of practice, which means she can provide restorative treatment on patients of all ages.

Katherine has worked in both the private and public sectors and has worked hard in gaining skill with detection and management of periodontitis – otherwise known as gum disease.   This has become a passion of hers as she aims to work with her patients to improve and maintain their periodontal conditions.

Graduated from Otago University(New Zealand) with her Bachelor of Oral health degree in 2010. Then moved to Melbourne in 2012 to  work in private practices around Melbourne. She holds a dual qualification in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy, but had always had a keen interest in managing and maintaining her patients gum health. Part of this is setting reasonable and attainable home care routine at home. She also believes the biggest part is educating patients about their gum health, better understanding eventually leads to better motivation.

Toni started as a trainee Dental Nurse in 2003 and completed her Certificate III in Dental Assisting with RMIT in 2004. Toni started at Moonee Ponds Periodontics in 2011 as a Dental Nurse and then moved onto reception towards the end of 2012.  In 2015, Toni was promoted to Office Manager and worked alongside the Practice Manager for seven years. When the Practice Manager retired in 2023, Toni was promoted to Practice Manager. Toni also has a Certificate IV in Accounting.

Amelia started her career as a trainee dental assistant and obtained her Certificate III in Dental Assisting through RMIT.  She has extensive knowledge of dental and has been working with us since 2008.  In her time as Moonee Ponds Periodontics she assists in all procedures and has a passion for assisting in surgical treatments, especially dental implants.