About Us.
Our focus at Crown Dentistry is in delivering dental care at the comfort and convenience of our patients. Our commitment to providing a professional yet caring service lies at the heart of all that we do. We understand the importance of clear, timely and honest communication to give our patients peace of mind with the treatment and advice we provide. Our dedicated team has worked with this mindset to ensure our patients are always happy to return. We invite you to our practice to experience for yourself only the highest level of dental care.
Our practice and practitioners are not preferred providers or affiliated with any private health insurer. To learn more about this, click on why we are not a preferred provider.
Meet Your dentist
Dr Daniel Ghaly
B.Med, B.Dent, FRACGP
Dr Daniel Ghaly, a local Novocastrian, started his career as a doctor, completing a Bachelor of Medicine at Newcastle University in 2003. He later went on to complete his fellowship as a qualified General Practitioner with the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners.
Throughout his career, Daniel undertook several positions within the department of surgery at John Hunter Hospital, including Oral and Maxillofacial surgical specialties. It is in these areas where Daniel's interests truly lie.
After several years practicing as a doctor, Daniel then decided to follow his interest and passion in Dentistry and completed a Bachelor of Dentistry from the University of Sydney in 2011.
Having both Medical and Dental degrees allows Daniel to view and treat cases in a well rounded manner. Daniel strives to deliver only the highest attention to detail to each and every patient and treatment plan.
Daniel's special interests lie in Oral Surgery, Implant placement, Complex Restorative and Crown and Bridge cases.
Dr Tanisha Fernando
BDSc
Dr Tanisha Fernando completed her BDSc at Charles Sturt University in Orange, where she received a Dean’s Award for Academic Excellence.
She has a gentle and supportive chair-side manner and has a passion for all facets of dentistry. She understands that many people struggle with dental anxiety and strives to make dental visits a little easier for everyone.
Tanisha loved discovering the hidden gems of Orange, but relocated to Newcastle upon graduation to be closer to the ocean. In her spare time you’ll find her by the beach, for a swim, a walk or a run.
Meet Your TEAM
Tia
Tia is our friendly, kind and experienced dental hygienist. In addition to delivering the highest level of care with tooth and gum cleaning, Tia is trained in and able to assist with Invisalign and orthodontic wires, tooth whitening and treatment planning for our patients.
When patients book in with Tia, they can expect that fantastic post-clean feel, as well as detailed and tailored advice and instruction on dental hygiene and maintaining excellent oral and dental health.
Amy
Amy has been working as a dental assistant for over 8 years, and alongside Dr Ghaly for over 4 years. She has worked at several practices in Newcastle, including several dental specialist practices. She has completed her Certificate III in Dental Assisting and is undertaking further study to develop her skills in the field. She is competent in all fields of assisting including oral surgery and implants. Amy is always able to ensure patients’ treatment is completed smoothly and comfortably.
Amy manages the IV sedation facility and general anaesthetic hospital lists, and attends Lingard Private hospital for more complex procedures.
When she isn’t cheering on the Knights, you’ll find Amy at either the gym, or the bar.
Ruby
Ruby is always smiling and laughing and has a warm, friendly welcome for all patients. She has been working as a dental assistant for over 5 years and is very caring and empathetic.