Meet the Team
At Oaks Dental, we’re a team of passionate professionals dedicated to making every visit a positive experience. We combine modern techniques with genuine care to deliver exceptional results — helping you feel comfortable, confident, and proud of your smile.
Dr. Alice Shan
PRINCIPAL DENTIST
BMedSci UNSW., DDS Melb.
PGDip ClinDent (Clear Aligner) CoLDS.
PGDip ClinDent (Ortho) CoLDS.
Alice completed a Bachelor of Medical Science at UNSW before earning her Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of Melbourne, where she received multiple awards and was listed on the Dean’s List for academic excellence. Entering the dental field at just 18 as a dental assistant, Alice quickly discovered her passion for dentistry.
Alice understands that seeing the dentist can be daunting, having experienced severe dental anxiety herself as a child, this inspired her to create a welcoming dental space where patients feel supported and never judged. Her philosophy is centred on empowering patients to achieve their healthiest, most confident smiles and even look forward to their dental visits as part of their self-care.
Alice is passionate about all aspects of dentistry, with a special interest in cosmetic and orthodontic care. She is an advocate for early orthodontics in children and takes a holistic approach that recognises the close link between oral and overall health.
Committed to staying at the forefront of modern dentistry, Alice has completed multiple postgraduate Mini-Residencies and dual Graduate Diplomas through the College of London Dental School in clear aligner therapy and orthodontics. This opportunity for continued learning as technology advances is just one of the many reasons she loves the profession she is in.
Outside the clinic, Alice loves spending time outdoors with her family, friends, and her cavoodle Ollie, and in winter, you’ll often find her chasing the snow on her snowboard.
Dr. Emily So
PRINCIPAL DENTIST
BSci(Psych)(Hons) Syd., DDS Melb.
PGDip ClinDent (Clear Aligner) CoLDS.
PGDip Ortho & Dentofacial Orthopaedics UJI.
Emily is the co-owner of Oaks Dental, and strives to be a dentist trusted to deliver exceptional quality and conservative dental treatment. She finds immense joy in creating and rebuilding healthy, functional and beautiful smiles!
After graduating from the University of Sydney with honours in Psychology in 2009, Emily then completed a Doctor of Dental Surgery at the University of Melbourne in 2015.
Emily has a special interest in orthopaedics and orthodontics, focusing on early intervention from a holistic approach. She has completed both a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical Dentistry (Clear Aligners) from the City of London Dental School; and in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics with Jaume I University.
Emily also provides dental care for sleep disordered breathing and temporo-mandibular disorders; enjoys restorative and cosmetic work; is compassionate about helping patients with dental phobia, special needs and intellectual disabilities; and is experienced working in aged care facilities.
Emily is a big advocate of promoting oral health education and disease prevention, aiming to equip her patients with everything they need to know to keep their mouths happy and healthy in the long-term.
Outside of Dentistry, you might catch Emily singing, playing her ukulele, and being in musical theatre! She also absolutely loves animals with a household of cats and chickens.
Belinda Tuong
ORAL HEALTH THERAPIST
Belinda graduated from the University of Sydney in 2015 with a Bachelor of Oral Health and has since built a career focused on preventative and family-centred care. Dedicated to continual growth, she has pursued further studies in Adult Restorative Dentistry while refining her clinical skills in private practice.
Since 2019, Belinda has also shared her expertise as a clinical educator in the University of Sydney’s Bachelor of Oral Health program, mentoring the next generation of dental professionals.
Her professional interests include early intervention, airway health, and the connection between oral development and overall wellbeing. Belinda works closely with dentists and allied health professionals to identify and manage concerns before they become complex issues.
Known for her warm, approachable manner, Belinda makes dental visits a positive experience, especially for children. Outside the clinic, she enjoys travelling, mountain hikes, and baking, embracing both adventure and creativity in her downtime.
Julie Lewis
PRACTICE MANAGER
With over 30 years of experience in the dental industry, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge in patient care, team leadership, and practice management to Oaks Dental. Her extensive background includes roles as Dental Assistant, Practice Manager, and Clinic Coordinator across both private and public sectors.
Driven by a genuine passion for helping others, Julie has complemented her hands-on experience with various business and leadership courses, enabling her to build cohesive teams that deliver exceptional patient care.
Beyond the dental industry, Julie founded her own business focused on children’s mindfulness and wellbeing and also manages a private physiotherapy clinic. Her warm, positive energy and “can-be-fixed” attitude inspire those around her every day.
Outside of work, Julie loves spending time with her family and can often be found cheering them on at sports and school events.