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 Raj
    Your Dentist
    Dr Kamal Raj
    Your 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
    Dr Jessica Portuondo
    Your Dentist
    Dr. Jessica
    Dr Jessica Portuondo
    Your 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) Karpyn
    Your Dentist
    Dr. Teodoro (Teo) Karpyn
    Your 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.

  • Nancy
    Oral H​ealth Therapist​
    Nancy
    Oral H​ealth 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”.

  • Jenny
    Oral H​ealth Therapist​
    Jenny
    Oral H​ealth 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.

Client Reviews

Peter Ashkar
Peter Ashkar
2022-05-30
When I moved from Sydney to Melbourne two years ago, I had to find myself a new dentist. A friend recommended Dr Kamal Raj at Verve Dental. The recommendation was spot on. Dr Raj and his team could not be more friendly and professional. They even see you at the actual time of your appointment, which I find especially helpful and respectful. Their fees are very reasonable too.
Niloufer Lobo
Niloufer Lobo
2022-05-16
Great service from a wonderful team, couldn't be happier!
Jackson Shaw
Jackson Shaw
2022-01-12
Great dentist, very careful and pain free!
Nicholas Greig
Nicholas Greig
2021-12-21
Dr Raj was excellent as was his staff. Couldn’t recommend Verve Dental enough. Thanks
Andrew Woff
Andrew Woff
2021-09-06
2020 has not been kind to many people and finding out I was going to lose a front tooth was not news I wanted to hear. I am so thankful that I sort treatment from Dr Raj and Verve Dental. From the first day I stepped into the building to the day I walked out with my completed Implant every single employee at Verve made me feel comfortable and confident that I had nothing to worry about. Dr Raj explained everything in a way I could understand, and even went out of his way to explain things that interested me about the process. His very specialised torque wrench is measured in Newton Centimetres. My Implant looks exactly like the adjacent tooth, and if I didn’t point it out, I’d be surprised if you could tell that it wasn’t a real tooth. I would not hesitate to recommend Dr Raj to anyone needing Dental work done.
Sharon Lee
Sharon Lee
2021-08-31
Dr Raj has transformed my dental experience. He quickly identified that I needed to sit more upright to assist my breathing during dental treatment. This has made such a major difference for me - I'm no longer scared to go to the dentist. After years of bad expereiinces. I am so grateful his gentle and caring attitude allowed him to listen and find what worked for me.
Athena Regos
Athena Regos
2021-07-06
It was my first time visiting Verve Dental and I must say the service was excellent. Dr Raj and the team made me feel very comfortable during my visit. Dr Raj was very attentive and informative throughout the whole process and I look forward to visiting again!
matrixpscom
matrixpscom
2021-07-01
I have been a client of Verve for over 25 years. The service is consistently excellent. Always accommodating, and professional. The consultations are always informative and help ensure I am taking good care of my teeth between visits. I highly recommend their services.
Sam (sam77)
Sam (sam77)
2021-06-28
I am normally afraid of dentists. I would avoid them like the Ebola however circumstances forced me to visit one. I choose Dr Raj. I couldn't be any happier with his service. He is gentle, caring and takes the time to explain things and make you feel comfortable. I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone. Please give him and his team a chance.
Isabella Sciarra
Isabella Sciarra
2021-06-16
I recently completed my Invisalign journey with Dr Raj at Verve Dental, after being recommended from my partner and his family. The whole team at Verve made my experience extremely easy, stress free and comfortable. I am over the moon with my results from the treatment, which is it a testament to the advice, direction and special care given to me. I highly recommended Verve Dental to anyone who needs a gentle dentist who will look after them, from first phone call to the end of treatment. Thank you so much to Glennis, Karyn and Dr Raj for looking after me with such care. I will be continuing to see them for regular check ups.