
MEET OUR
Bentleigh East Dental Team
Our dental team in East Bentleigh is not only experienced, but they are compassionate and work with you to get you the best possible treatment.
With over 30 years of experience, we want only the best for you. When you come to our Bentleigh East Dental Clinic, you will experience the aroma of scented oils, soothing music, heated wheat bags to support your neck, lip balm, and warmed blankets that cocoon you as you watch TV or listen to your music through cordless headphones.
We take the time to listen to your goals, and then together, we develop a treatment plan that suits your needs. At Verve Dental, we pride ourselves on being 100% transparent on fees. All options and your priorities are outlined to help you make an informed decision. Additionally, flexible payment plans are available in suitable cases.
We take the time to listen to your goals and then together we develop a treatment plan that suits your needs.
- Dr Kamal RajYour Dentist
My enthusiasm and passion for Dentistry has seen me complete many hours of postgraduate education. I am also a founding member of the Melbourne Seattle Study Club which is a group of dentists worldwide that are passionate about dental care for their patients.
When I am not busy attending to my practice and the care of my patients, I enjoy cooking; especially Spanish and Italian food, organising huge lavish Sunday lunches for my family and friends. My ultimate dream is to rent a villa in Tuscany while attending a Tuscan cooking school.
I also collect malt whiskey and play golf with my two sons (hoping that one day for the three of us to make it to Augusta to watch the U.S masters).
- Dr Jessica PortuondoYour Dentist
Dr. Jessica completed her Bachelor of Dental Science in 2009 and is accredited by the Australian Dental Council and a member of the Australian Dental Association. She has worked in various private and public practices and has experience in all aspects of General Dentistry. She is professional, gentle and believes in providing the best care and empowering patients to manage their own oral health care.
Jessica regularly attends Continuing Professional Education seminars and courses, making certain her skills are up to date.
Outside Dentistry she loves dancing and going to the movies. She is fluent in Spanish.
- Dr. Teodoro (Teo) KarpynYour Dentist
Dr. Teodoro Karpyn is a qualified Dentist and Dental Prosthetist and is accredited by the Australian Dental Council, a member of the Australian Dental Association and the Australian Dental Prosthetist Association.
Teo successfully owned a dental surgery in Venezuela (country of origin) where he worked as a dentist practicing all areas of General Dentistry for more than 20 years. He also worked as a Prosthetist for over 4 years, applying his extensive clinical experience in the prosthetics area creating functional and aesthetic dental removable appliances.
This father of four believes that family and friends are the most important thing in the world.
He loves cooking, entertaining, and sharing recipes with his loved ones. He is fluent in Spanish.
- NancyOral Health Therapist
Nancy is passionate about helping people look after their teeth and gums, commenting “The most rewarding aspect of dentistry is hearing people’s feedback on the improvements they experience with their teeth and gums, as dental disease is largely preventable”.
- JennyOral Health Therapist
Educating patients about ways to improve their oral hygiene and seeing improvements at each visit is what I strive to do as an oral health therapist. In my spare time I like to pamper my two cats, as well as try cooking new recipes.
TRUST US
Lead by Dr Kamal Raj, the team at Verve Dental in Bentleigh East deeply cares that your experience with us is comfortable and stress free. We take the time to listen to your needs and in a collaborative way reach your dental goals together. Book your dental appointment today and experience the difference.