Terrigal Dental Team

Dr Laura grew up in Sydney but spent many holidays travelling to the Central Coast to visit her extended family. After graduating from the University of Adelaide she worked in Tasmania for a couple of years before relocating to the Central Coast.

Dr Laura enjoys treating patients of all ages, including children. She practices a wide scope of dentistry including extractions, dentures, root canal treatment and children’s dentistry. She has undertaken extensive study since graduating, most recently she has completed CEREC (one visit crown) training as well as training with a leading dental specialist on the fabrication of dentures.
She is also midway through undertaking a 2 year orthodontic training program with Progressive Orthodontics.

The most rewarding part of working for Dr Laura is to help anxious patients overcome their fear of the dentist, which can be life-changing for people with have spent years avoiding the dentist. She aims to give the best possible dental care for all of her patients whilst making sure that they are at ease during and after their treatment, with the help of her dental assistance dogs Boston and Harvey.

Dr Laura’s main passion in life is her dogs and her spare time is spent walking or kayaking with them. She is actively involved in Dog Rescue Newcastle and regularly fosters dogs who would otherwise face an uncertain future at the pound.

Dr Charles grew up in Brisbane graduating with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2012 from the University of Adelaide.

He went on to work in Tasmania in both the private and public sectors gaining a wide breadth of experience in general and complex dentistry. Dr Laura (his better half!) and himself then moved to the Central Coast purchasing Dr Nicholas Singers long established practice as he retired. They have built on the loyal patient base to create a busy, successful, community focused dental practice in the Terrigal / Wamberal area.

Dr Charles has a passion for continuing professional development as this is the only way to ensure that dentists provide the most comprehensive, up to date and ethical dental care.

He has undertaken extensive orthodontic training starting with Progressive Orthodontics comprehensive training which he graduated from with honors. He then went on to study an Advanced Series learning and applying orthodontic treatment in advanced, complicated orthodontic cases. Dr Charles is now undertaking a Masters in Sciences in Specialized Orthodontics at the International Medical School in Germany.

Dr Charles has completed training in cosmetic dentistry and prosthodontics, undertaking the University of Sydney’s Extended Fixed Prosthodontics Implantology course.

In his spare time, Dr Charles is involved with the Wamberal Surf Life Saving club, he enjoys an active lifestyle, cycling all around the coast, running with his dog Rufus and kayaking.

Dr Philip Arndt was born and raised on the Central Coast and completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree at Sydney University. After working for many years in Sydney, he has recently relocated back to the Central Coast. Dr Philip has over 30 years experience and has done extra training in areas such as implant placement and extractions including difficult wisdom tooth extractions. If you need a tooth taken out, Dr Philip is the dentist to see!

Outside of work, you’ll find Dr Philip perusing the aisles at Tuggerah Bunnings, often with his little dog Harry. He also enjoys gardening and kayaking around Brisbane waters.

Dr Nick is from Sydney and went to North Sydney Boys High before pursuing his goals of dentistry by studying in the University of Adelaide. He has moved to the Central Coast to pursue the coastal lifestyle. 

Dr Nick values getting to know patients and building connections with them. He understands that some patients may feel anxious in the dental clinic, however he prides himself in his friendly and caring demeanor to help the patient feel accommodated. Dr Nick believes in always taking the extra step to talk to the patients and answer any questions to ensure they leave comfortable and satisfied. 

Dr Nick strives for continuous improvement and values investing in courses to further his learning. He enjoys doing all aspects of dentistry and has particular interest in preventive dentistry. He has had dental experience in metropolitan and rural SA as well as volunteering in Vietnam.

In his spare time, Dr Nick likes being outdoors, trying new food, going to the gym and helping his dog’s weight loss goals by walking him.

Dr Nish grew up in Western Sydney and attended the University of Sydney for Biomedical Engineering before completing her post-graduate studies in Dentistry at the University of Melbourne. Now relocating to the sunny central coast, she is excited to service the local community.

Dr Nish is known for her warm and friendly chair-side manner. She is committed to providing long-term benefits to her patients through an open and collaborative approach. Her mission is to offer personalised dental care that helps patients overcome dental phobias, making each visit an enjoyable experience!

Having an engineering background, means her attention to detail and keen interest in using the latest innovative dental technology ensures she delivers high-quality care to all her patients. Her special interests lie in oral surgery and preventive dentistry.

In her spare time, Nigashiny loves working on her fitness, watching horror/thriller movies and hanging out with friends.

Dr Shane grew up in South West and Northern Sydney, graduating from dentistry at Charles Sturt University in Orange. He began his career in a public setting at Westmead Dental Hospital before expanding into private practice around Sydney. 

With a commitment to continued education, Dr Shane stays at the forefront of dental advancements, ensuring patients receive the latest and most effective treatments. He has a budding interest in orthodontics and has completed multiple courses in restorative and aesthetic dentistry. 

Central to Dr Shane’s approach is patient education; he believes in empowering individuals to take charge of their oral health. By providing clear explanations and guidance, Dr Shane equips patients with the knowledge and tools they need to make informed decisions about their dental care. He creates a welcoming environment focused on clear communication and patient comfort, where individuals feel heard and valued. 

Beyond dentistry, Dr Shane enjoys an active lifestyle, including fitness, running, tennis, yoga and swimming with his Golden Retriever, Samson.

One of our newest team members, Boston, is a 4 year old cavoodle. After working with many anxious patients, Dr Charles and Dr Laura saw an opportunity to combine their love and knowledge of dogs with a way to help their nervous patients and began to research ways in which they could.