Our entire team has a common vision of providing the best quality of care to all our orthodontic patients. We are proud that our clinical staff can offer all our patients, youths and adults, thorough and very gentle care. We are knowledgeable about smiles, having provided orthodontic services to many patients over the years. We encourage family members to be involved at each orthodontic appointment with the patient. Our orthodontist is present at each appointment and is happy to answer any questions you may have.
Craig Sharp Orthodontics is now an AOAC Team Certified practice. This designation is provided by a leading education and training company for the orthodontic industry. Achieving this level of accomplishment means that our team has completed countless hours of education, knowledge and testing procedures in the field of orthodontics. You can feel better about the level of care you receive by knowing that our team is dedicated to furthering our knowledge and expertise in the field of orthodontics.
Jo – Office Manager
Born in Auckland, Jo moved to Wellington to complete her qualifications in Dental Therapy. After working in Wellington for a couple of years she returned to Auckland in 1995 where she started work with Dr Sharp. At that period she was mainly clinic based but since returning, after having her daughter Sara, Jo has taken on more of an administrative role.
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Puspa – Front desk coordinator
Puspa is from Otorohanga and later, moved to Auckland as a child. She joined the team ten years ago with a background in orthodontic administration. Both of Puspa’s daughters have had treatment with Craig and she felt that the professional and friendly office is where she wanted to work.
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Abbey Hall – Hygienist and Oral Health Therapist
Abbey is the newest addition to our Team. Christchurch native, she graduated from Otago University with a Bachelor of Oral Health and her background includes at the Christchurch District Health Board treating children. Abbey is passionate about building a rapport with her patients. In her own time, Abbey enjoys exercising, travelling and spending time with friends and family.
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Cleo Kwon – Hygienist and Oral Health Therapist
Cleo graduated from the University of Otago in 2016 completing her Bachelor Degree in Oral Health.
Cleo has a background in both Dental Therapy and Hygiene. Having gone through orthodontic treatment herself, she is pleased to join the Craig Sharp team to help patients gain a beautiful, confident smile. Cleo will be in charge of keeping our patients’ teeth nice and healthy with her hygiene dental treatments for those in need. Cleo is able to help as a translator for Korean patients.
Tanvi Patel – Hygienist and Oral Health Therapist
Tanvi Graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health in 2016 from AUT. She is interested in helping her patients overcoming their orthodontic dental fears. Tanvi hopes to educate patients about the link between overall dental health and orthodontic treatment. As well as being motivated in seeing the difference she can bring to a patient orthodontically. Outside of the practice, Tanvi enjoys travelling (both near and far).
Orthodontic Auxiliary
Amanda – Born and bred in Auckland. She studied at Auckland University before getting into the dental industry. With a background in Dental assisting and Accounting, Amanda joined the Sharp team to further her knowledge & experience in Orthodontics. Amanda is also able to speak both Cantonese and Mandarin.
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Orthodontic Auxiliary
An orthodontic auxiliary is the doctor’s eyes and ears. An orthodontic auxiliary should be able to speak to the children and their parents and form a good relationship with them. Our orthodontic auxiliaries are all highly qualified (NZDC registered) or are undergoing continuing education. Our auxiliaries are outgoing, personable, have great interpersonal skills and are well organized.
The primary role of the orthodontic auxiliary is to help the Doctor in the placement, adjustment, and removal of the appliances through working with the patient’s, one on one, under the Doctor’s direction and supervision. Auxiliaries will also be involved in other areas of the practice such as sterilization of instruments and taking diagnostic records such as x-rays, photographs, and impressions of the teeth. The role of an orthodontic auxiliary is governed by New Zealand Dental Council Regulations.