Our Team

our team

Who We Are.

Our Team At Malvern East Dental Are All Australian Trained Professionals With Many Years Of Experience.
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Our Team

Dr Sharon Seoud

Principal Dental Surgeon

BSc (University Of Melb), BDSc (University Of Melb)

Dr Sharon Seoud graduated from The University of Melbourne in 1996 and gained her experience at Collin’s Street, Templestowe, Ormond, Knox and Elizabeth Street practices before acquiring Malvern East Dental in 2000. Dr Seoud is a caring and highly experienced dentist, with interest in all aspects of dentistry, particularly conservative, holistic, cosmetic and pediatric treatments. The local community quickly warmed to Dr Seoud’s caring and gentle nature and have made the practice the success it is today.

Dr Tahlia Cocks

Dr Tahlia Cocks

BDSc (University Of Melb)

Dr Tahlia Cocks received her training from the University of Melbourne. She has particular interests in preventive, conservative and Orthodontic Dentistry. 

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Dr Lara Jeyaretnam

BSc (University Of Adel), BDSc (University Of Syd)

Dr Lara Jeyaretnam completed her Bachelor of Science degree at the University of Adelaide, majoring in Psychology and Physiology, and went on to complete her Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the University of Sydney in 2002. She enjoys being in general family dentistry, and being a mum of three kids herself, finds the interaction with people and their families very rewarding. Her approach focuses on prevention, conservation and maintenance of oral health.
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Dr Clare Kelly

BDSc (University of Qld)

Dr Clare Kelly graduated as a Dentist from the University of Queensland in 1999. She provides general dental treatments for patients of all ages. Her special interests are working with children and using Nitrous Oxide (Happy Gas) for anxious patients. Dr Kelly also offers Invisalign to her patients who want to discreetly straighten their teeth provided with a consultation to determine your suitability.

Dr Jean Ryu

BDSc (University Of Adel)

Dr. Jean Ryu graduated from the University of Adelaide, Australia with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree in 2013.

She is a dedicated and compassionate dentist who enjoys the art and science of dentistry.

She thoroughly enjoys every aspect of dentistry and has a special interest in Cosmetic Dentistry and Dental implants. She attends numerous courses to provide the latest dental treatment techniques in meeting her patients’ needs.

Jean always puts her patients’ needs first and strives to achieve the best outcome for her patients. She finds working in dentistry most rewarding as she builds a strong rapport with patients, monitors the progress of their oral health, and notes the individuality of each patient’s oral hygiene practices.

Jean believes in the continual development of her dental practice to benefit her patients and her staff.

Dental Assistants and Staff

Mimi, Maria, Abby, Michele, Jules, Julia, Courteney and Daniel will help ensure that you have a stress free and comfortable experience.

They will ensure you understand your treatment and answer any questions you may have. Our friendly office staff are here to help you schedule appointments and arrange payment options that suit you.

Our staff are experienced in Health Fund claims and Medicare procedures. They will help advise you on payment methods that are available to you.

COVID-19: Clinic Update

We have installed medical grade HEPA Filtration Air Purifiers through out the dental practice to ensure optimal air quality and safety for our patients and staff.