Your dedicated team
The team at 98 Dental are highly skilled professionals who genuinely care about you and their standard of service.
Our team of dentists, hygienists, therapists, front office and clinical coordinators, receive extensive, ongoing professional development and training to ensure they always deliver the highest standard of care .
Dr Adrian Hore - Dentist
Adrian graduated with Bachelor of Dental Science and Licentate of Dental Surgery from the University of Melbourne in 1978. He has practice in five different surgeries covering a range of skills in general dentistry, but takes particular interest in orthodontic dentistry. Adrian regularly attends Continual Professional Development seminars to keep up to date with developments in dental knowledge and skills. This enables him to provide up to date professional service with a comfortable and friendly environment. When he's not practicing dentistry, Adrian is a keen road bike rider and will be found on Beach Rd training for his next event.
Dr Felix Zhang - Dentist
Dr. Zhang attained his Bachelor of Dental Science with honors from the University of Melbourne. He practices in all aspects of general dentistry. Felix believes in continually developing his dental knowledge and skills to maintain a high standard of dental care, and to better meet your dental needs through thorough and personalized service. He also enjoys creating a comfortable and friendly environment for nervous and dentally anxious patients. When he's not practicing dentistry he is by the bay fishing.
Mrs. Tara MacKenzie - Oral Health Therapist
Tara was the first hygienist/therapist to join our team at 98 Dental in 2007. She was a dental nurse for six years working in three different practices, before she decided to further her studies in dentistry at Melbourne University. Because Tara enjoyed working with children she undertook and completed a Dental Therapy Diploma in 2006. As she was dux of her year, she was able to continue her studies and completed her Dental Hygiene Diploma in 2007. Caring for and raising a family and involvement in amateur theatre occupies her personal time.
Mrs Jen Tran-Zhang - Oral Health Therapist
A graduate from the University of Melbourne, Jennifer is a qualified Oral Health Therapist. She is part of our leading team of oral health therapists, whose expertise is in the education for all ages on how best to manage their personal oral health. Jen dedicates herself to continually developing her dental skills and knowledge as to maintain a quality level of dental care, suited to a wide variety of oral health needs. Jen believes that the dental experience should be a comfortable and gentle one, where clients are able to put their feet up and take a pampering to their teeth. She, herself is an avid Melbourne Storm supporter and enjoys nothing more than spending time with those dear to her; family, friends and her dogs, Dexter and Charlie.
Mr. Matthew Habib - Oral Health Therapist
Matthew Habib was educated at Carey Baptist Grammar before graduating from Oral Health Therapy from the University of Melbourne in 2008. Matthew has worked mainly in private practices but both in metropolitan and rural settings enjoying a variety of experiences in the dental field. He has been currently working with 98 Dental since 2008. Matthew loves to learn and continues his dental education regularly to provide the highest quality of dental care. His aim as a hygienist and therapist is to achieve life time dental results using a preventative and holistic approach to oral health. This can be achieved by healthy lifestyle, healthy habits and regular visits to the dentist and hygienist. Outside of the dental world, Matthew enjoys going to church, playing soccer, traveling and supporting the mighty Hawks.
