About Us

Dr Franco has a General Dental Degree followed by a Masters Degree in Paediatric Dentistry from the University of London. She always knew that her interest and skills were in Paediatrics. 

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"My own initial contact with a dentist as a 5 year old was traumatic! My aim is to help your child in a relaxed and non-threatening way. Good dental care is achievable, and for me, there is nothing like the feeling when a returning patient jumps into the dental chair and opens their mouth before you are even ready."

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Clinical Resume:

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BDS Bachelor of Dental Surgery, University of Adelaide, 1982

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MSc Master of Science (Paediatric Dentistry), University of London, 1992

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RACDS Fellow of the Royal College of Dental Surgeons, 1993

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Registrar in Paediatric Dentistry, Royal Children's Hospital, Melbourne, 1994

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Consultant in Paediatric Dentistry, RCH, 1997-2003

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Member of the following organisations:

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AAPD Australian Academy of Paediatric Dentists

ANZSPD Australian and New Zealand Society of Paediatric Dentists

ADA Australian Dental Association

RACDS Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons

Dr Franco participates actively in her profession. She has been Vice President and President of ANZSPD, Vic Branch. Dr Franco has been a clinical demonstrator, lecturer and examiner in Paediatric Dentistry for both undergraduate and post-graduate students at the University of Melbourne Dental School. A highlight of her time in the UK was the experience she gained working at the Great Ormond St Hospital for Sick Children.  

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Ari

Ari is our amazing practice manager. She is warm and friendly and will help you navigate your way through your initial booking all the way to your post operative visit. Ari is completing her PhD. and we hope she will stay on with us part time. 

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Carly 

Carly is our valued theatre nurse and comes to us with a wealth of hospital experience. She has worker extensively as a dental nurse in the field of oral surgery. Carly is presently on maternity leave, having just had her second child - a little girl. Carly hopes to be back in 2018. 

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Sarah 

Sarah is a recent addition to our team. She is bright and bubbly and has quickly learned the hospital routines. Sarah is busy planning her wedding to Navy man Josh. 

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Whilst you may not see Carly or Sarah when you come to the hospital, you can be assured that they are professional and caring. Their commitment and enthusiasm to our practice and to your child's best possible