Supportive care team
Tarquin - oral health therapist - Tuesday and Wednesday
Tarquin is a graduate of Auckland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Health Science degree majoring in Oral Health. His patients enjoy his sense of humour and positive approach to self-care coaching. He works alongside Dr. Soo on Wednesday late nights providing after care checks, supportive periodontal maintenance and home-care coaching. Tarquin is from Auckland, he was born here and attended local schools. In his spare time he enjoys playing rugby, cricket and rowing.
Karen - hygienist - Monday, Thursday & Friday
Karen qualified as a Registered Dental Hygienist in 1985 from Portsmouth, UK. She is very knowledgeable and helps explain certain aspects of Dr. Soo’s treatment plan. She recommends positive lifestyle changes which you can incorporate straightaway into your daily routines. She has a gentle touch and administers local anaesthetics as required. Our patients are very fond of Karen. Outside of work Karen is busy with her family.
Eugenie - hygienist - Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
With over 20 years of dental experience, including previous work in periodontal practice and teaching dental hygiene students at AUT University as a Clinical Educator, Eugenie is a dedicated and skilled dental hygienist. Her background provides her with a profound understanding of periodontal disease and how to help patients achieve optimal oral health. Renowned for her gentle, thorough, and compassionate approach, Eugenie is committed to providing top-notch care to all her patients. She emphasizes the importance of maintaining good oral health and aims to educate her patients on the best practices to achieve it. Outside of work, Eugenie enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, and keeping fit.