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Garners Dental
The Garners Dental team are committed to providing you with the finest general and family dental health care in Marrickville. As a long standing family dental practice serving the community of Marrickville since 1968, we love meeting the needs of dental patients of all ages.
We are A Full Service Dentistry Practice
We have a dentist that is perfect for every age group, whether it is young children, teenagers, adults or senior citizens. Furthermore we have expert dentists for all types of procedures from dental implants to teeth whitening and all orthodontics. Our payment plans make it easy to budget your dental work or the dental work for the whole family.
Dental Care for the Whole Family
We value our record of looking after patients from their first dental visit as a child through to adulthood and senior citizen.
- Adult Care
- Child Care
- Orthodontic Care
We are Covid Safe
We understand that during the Covid Pandemic many people have put off seeing a dentist but there is no need, we have a Covid safe plan so worry no more, come here for your next dental check-up and see the difference.
Benefits of seeing a dentist
Benefits of seeing a dentist It is possible to have dental problems and not experience any pain, making some think that they don’t need a check-up. When you have a dental check-up at Garners Dental we do more than clean your teeth. Check-ups are a preventive appointment to determine the current oral health of our patients. More important, check-ups not only support good oral health, they are also a good indicator of your overall general health.
Dental Financing Payment Plans
Payment plans not only help you get the oral treatment you need today, they can save you money in the long term as well. Our Dental Finance Plan is one of the easiest ways patients can manage the cost of their long term dental plan.
Our Dental Team
Irma Kotoric
Oral Health Therapist
Irma Kotoric is a registered dental practitioner who works as an Oral health therapist.
With over 16 years of experience Irma is passionate about providing the best possible dental care to her patients.
Irma is highly recommended by our clients for her friendly, caring, and honest approach to helping patients achieve the results they want. She enjoys treating both children and adults and finds it particularly rewarding to help patients with dental anxiety overcome their fears so they can get the dental help they need.
In her time away from the practice Irma enjoys being mum to her two boys!
Dr. George Lee
Dentist
Dr George Lee is a dentist with a difference. Dr Lee’s philosophy is simple yet powerful: every treatment he recommends to his patients is the one that he would choose for himself in their position. This approach to dentistry sets Dr Lee apart and has helped him build a loyal following of patients who trust him with their dental health. Dr Lee’s caring, honest and professional approach to dentistry has earned him respect and admiration from his patients and colleagues alike.
George Lee is a principal dentist at Garners dental in Marrickville, Sydney. He has built an outstanding reputation throughout Australia as a leader in dental medicine. Dr Lee’s excellent reputation is the result of his education, experience and desire to always remain at the forefront of innovation in dentistry.
Read more about Dr. George here.
Dr. Andrew Lee
Dentist
A Pioneer in Cosmetic and Complex Restorative Dentistry in Australia
Andrew got his Bachelor of Dentistry from Sydney University in 1984. Since then, he has become one of Australia’s most renowned experts in cosmetic and complex restorative dentistry.
Read more about Dr. Andrew here.
Dr Santosh Bassi
Dentist
Dr Santosh Bassi is a highly respected and trusted dentist with over 40 years of experience dedicated to providing exceptional dental care for children. She is widely recognised for her expertise in children’s dentistry, and her calm, compassionate approach to young patients.
Dr Bassi spent more than four decades as the lead children’s dentist at the Royal Hospital, where she treated thousands of children, including patients with complex medical needs, dental anxiety, and special care requirements. Her extensive experience spans both the public hospital system and private dental practice, giving families confidence that their child is receiving the highest standard of care.
Known for her gentle manner and personalised treatment approach, Dr Santosh Bassi tailors every dental visit to each child’s unique needs, helping children feel safe, comfortable, and supported. Her ability to manage challenging cases has earned her the trust of parents and the respect of dental professionals alike.
As the head of paediatric dentistry at Garners Dental, Dr Bassi continues to play a vital role in improving children’s oral health, supporting healthy dental development, and creating positive dental experiences that last a lifetime.
Languages Spoken : Malay, Punjabi
Read more about Dr. Santosh here.
Dr. Daniel James
Dentist
Dr Daniel James is a general dentist with more than two decades of experience providing high‑quality, long‑term dental care to the Marrickville and Inner West community. Originally from the Northern Rivers region of NSW, he graduated from the University of Sydney in 1997 with second‑class honours in a Bachelor of Dental Surgery, and spent two years practising in the United Kingdom before joining Garners Dental Clinic in 2001.
Daniel is experienced in all areas of general dentistry and is committed to delivering care that is calm, respectful and tailored to each patient’s individual needs. He focuses on long‑term oral health, using his clinical experience and technical skill to recommend treatments that are both effective and appropriate. He regularly attends professional development courses to stay current with new techniques and the latest dental technologies.
Having studied, lived and worked in the Inner West for many years, Daniel is deeply connected to the community he serves. He enjoys being part of Marrickville’s evolving character and can often be found out and about enjoying the best the area has to offer.
Dr. Nick Kazantzis
Dentist
Dr Nick here. I grew up around Sydney’s inner west before moving to Brisbane to complete my dental studies. After working for some time in the Qld public sector, I decided to not only move back to Sydney, but back home to the inner west to provide dental treatment to our local community. I always put the patient first, and ensure they get a say in their own treatment. I enjoy providing dental education to all my patients so that they may have a greater understanding of what we do and what they can do to maximize their oral health. I find it a true pleasure to be able to treat patients and resolve their dental concerns.
When not in the surgery, I’m usually cooking for family and friends, at the gym, composing music,or reading a book with a cup of tea. As a local, you can often find me walking around Sydney Park most mornings, so wave hello if you see me around.
Dr. Anthony Chung
Dentist
Dr Anthony is a gentle general dentist, proficient in multiple aspects of dentistry including implants, crowns, and bridges, root canal therapy but has a special interest in wisdom teeth extractions and implants.
He knows how scary it may seem to undergo wisdom teeth extractions and that is why he strives to ensure that all his patients have a painless and pleasant experience.
Dr. Judy Xu
Dentist
Dr Judy Xu completed her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at the University of Sydney. She is passionate about delivering exceptional, patient-centred dental care and is committed to creating a welcoming, comfortable environment where patients of all ages feel at ease. Judy believes in building trusting relationships through clear communication, compassion, and a gentle approach to treatment.
Judy has a particular interest in orthodontics and paediatric dentistry and is dedicated to continually expanding her knowledge and clinical skills through ongoing professional development. She enjoys helping children develop positive dental experiences from an early age and working with patients to achieve healthy, confident smiles through personalised treatment. Her caring and detail-oriented approach ensures every patient feels informed, supported, and comfortable throughout their dental journey.
Outside of dentistry, Judy enjoys painting, exploring a variety of creative crafts, and playing the bass guitar.
Dr. Navdeep Dhillon
Tongue-Tie Release Dentist
Dr. Navdeep Dhillon is an experienced general dentist with over 24 years of clinical practice and a special interest in tongue-tie assessment and release surgery. He has performed numerous tongue-tie (frenectomy) procedures across infants, children, and adults, helping improve feeding, speech, oral function, and overall quality of life.
Dr. Dhillon combines gentle, evidence-based care with precise surgical technique, using modern approaches to ensure safe, effective, and comfortable treatment. With a strong background in oral surgery, digital dentistry, and comprehensive patient assessment, he provides high-quality tongue-tie releases with clear post-operative guidance and long-term functional support.
Fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, Dr. Dhillon is known for his calm, compassionate manner and his commitment to patient-centred care.
Dr. Marcus McMahon
Respiratory & Sleep Disorders Physician
Marcus McMahon is a Respiratory and Sleep Disorders physician based at Epworth Healthcare in Melbourne. He is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and was awarded Fellowship of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in 2022.
Marcus has broad experience in the assessment and management of respiratory and sleep disorders and has published articles on shift work disorder, fatal familial insomnia, COPD and chronic cough.
Marcus is passionate about medical education, having established DeltaMed, a medical education company, over 20 years ago. He holds a Masters degree in Medical Education and previously served on numerous committees for both the Royal Australasian College of Physicians and the Australasian Sleep Association.
Shaona Chen
Practice Manager
With over 15 years of experience in the dental industry, Shaona is passionate about creating a positive experience for every patient while supporting the team to deliver exceptional dental care. She takes pride in being professional, approachable, and kind, and is always willing to help wherever she can.
Shaona is committed to ensuring every patient feels genuinely welcomed, cared for, and treated with honesty and transparency. She believes in open communication, with nothing hidden, so patients can feel confident, informed, and supported throughout their dental journey. Her goal is to create a practice where every patient feels valued, respected, and comfortable from the moment they walk through the doors.
While most of our treatments are done by appointment, we understand that people have emergencies or sometimes a time slot becomes available unexpectedly so we will always try to fit you in when you call or walk in.
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Monday - Friday : 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday : 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Monday - Sunday : 6:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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