Originally from the UK, Lisa began her dental journey as a dental assistant, gaining hands-on experience across a variety of specialties. After relocating to New Zealand, she completed her studies at Otago University in 2007 and went on to spend 15 years as a senior hygienist within one of the country’s largest dental organisations.

Lisa is all about building genuine, lasting relationships with her patients. She takes a prevention-first approach and is dedicated to making every visit calm, respectful, and completely tailored to each individual. Passionate about the strong link between oral health and overall wellbeing, she loves empowering her patients with the knowledge and tools to take charge of both.

Outside the clinic, Lisa mentors new graduates, generously sharing her experience and passion with the next generation of oral health professionals. Known for her down-to-earth nature, clinical excellence, and commitment to doing things differently, Lisa co-founded SMOOCH to reimagine dental care, creating a space where looking after your smile feels more like self-care than a chore.

At SMOOCH, Lisa's ultimate goal is simple: to make you feel good about your visit and even better about your smile.

Dr RaviGill is a passionate and approachable dentist with clinical experience across India, Canada, and New Zealand. He has a strong interest in cosmetic dentistry, digital dentistry, family dentistry, and delivering high-quality patient care. Ravi is committed to creating a comfortable and positive experience for every patient while helping them achieve confident, healthy smiles through modern, patient-focused dentistry.

Ravi strongly believes in the importance of preventive dentistry and the connection between oral health and overall wellbeing, aligning closely with SMOOCH’s philosophy of 'Wellness through Oral Care.' He enjoys building long-term relationships with patients and empowering them with education and preventive care to support lifelong oral health.

Outside of dentistry, Ravi enjoys spending time with his family, playing badminton, and tramping. He and his wife recently welcomed their second daughter, Amy, to the family, making this an especially exciting and joyful chapter in their lives.

Hanel believes that a healthy smile starts with understanding, prevention, and care that feels genuinely personal, Hanel heads up the team at 'SMOOCH Hygiene at Avonhead Dental.'

With a calm, gentle approach, Hanel takes the time to listen, understand each patient’s goals, and help them build healthy habits that fit easily into everyday life. She loves supporting patients to feel more confident about their oral health, whether they are here for a routine hygiene visit, gum care, or simply wanting to feel fresher, healthier, and more in control of their smile.

At SMOOCH, Hanel’s focus is on creating a positive, comfortable experience where patients feel heard, supported, and never judged. Her style fits beautifully with the SMOOCH philosophy of making oral care feel more relaxed, more empowering, and more like self-care.

Outside the clinic, Hanel enjoys ballet, staying active, and lifelong learning.

To Book an appointment with Hanel please use Avonhead Dentals BOOKING system bu clicking on this link - https://avonheaddental.co.nz/pages/contact

Shelley’s warm, friendly personality and infectious enthusiasm makes every patient feel right at home. She’s dedicated to helping you take the first step toward a healthy mouth and overall wellbeing, guiding you with care and expertise every step of the way.

Let Shelley be your welcoming smile as you begin your journey to better dental health!