Mark Shehata is an Oral Health Therapist who believes that looking after your oral health is about far more than just your teeth. It is about helping people feel confident, comfortable and healthy. What he loves most about his role is building genuine relationships with his patients and making dental care feel less intimidating.
Understanding that a dental visit can be a source of anxiety for some people, Mark works to create a calm, welcoming environment where patients feel listened to, respected and never judged. He is passionate about preventive care and helping patients understand their oral health in a simple, practical way, whether that is improving brushing technique, managing gum health, supporting children as they develop healthy habits, or helping someone feel more confident about their smile.
For Mark, the most rewarding part of the role is seeing the difference good oral health can make to a person’s confidence and quality of life. Every patient is different, and he takes the time to understand each person’s individual needs so they can work together towards a healthier smile that lasts. His particular interests include preventive and periodontal care, children’s dentistry, restorative treatment, supporting patients with dental anxiety, and the ongoing maintenance of dental implants.
Continuing education and training
- Adult Restorative Course, University of Sydney
- Anterior Restorative Course
- Atraumatic Tooth Extraction
- Local Anaesthetic and its Complications
- Radiography: OPG, Lateral Cephalograph and CBCT
- Periodontal Health and General Health
- Paediatric Management
- All About All-on-4 (Prosthetic edition)
- Communication courses
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Oral Health (Hygiene/Therapy), Charles Sturt University (2019)
- Adult Restorative Course, University of Sydney
Mark spent his early childhood in Egypt before moving to Melbourne with his family in 2006, at the age of nine, and has called the city home ever since. Away from the practice, he plays soccer every Thursday and enjoys the occasional game of pickleball. A dedicated Marvel fan, he is currently working through Friends with his wife, and loves unwinding by building LEGO.
