Our Team

Dr Frank VandenBorst

Principal Dentist
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Dr Akash Kota

Principal Dentist & Owner
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Dr Kenny Kim

Principal Dentist & Owner
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Dr David McKelvey

Dentist
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Dr Bronwyn Stehbens

Dentist
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Jarren Tan

Dentist
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Raina Mitchell

Dentist
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Zia Loo

Dentist
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Kelly Reid

Hygienist
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Kelsey Ryan

Hygienist
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Beth Romeril

Hygienist
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Sonita Louw

Business Manager
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Michelle Childs

Practice Manager
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Frank VandenBorst

Principal Dentist, BDS Otago

Email reception@artofdentistry.co.nz

Frank is the principal dentist of the practice. He was born and grew up in Wellington, and graduated from the University Of Otago in 1983.

Frank has worked in Upper Hutt for the past 40 years, having founded Art of Dentistry in 1993. Frank has an interest in oral surgery and implantology as well as cosmetic dentistry and advanced restorative care.

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Akash Kota

Principal Dentist & Owner

Email ak@smilemakeover.co.nz

After graduating from the University of Otago in December 2015 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) and a Bachelor of Biomedical Science (BBiomedSc) I was thrilled to start my journey in private practice in Masterton, especially after having grown up in Wellington.
Since starting I have introduced many of the latest technologies into the field and we now offer a comprehensive range of services all in-house. The most rewarding part is to be providing world class dental care locally in the Wellington region.

What I love about being a dentist is taking the time to get to know my patients, and putting them at ease during their visits while delivering a high standard of dental care. My focus largely is on full mouth reconstructions, smile makeovers and implant dentistry. Same day smile makeovers are my favourite.

I am very grateful to have a profession which I am so passionate about, and I get to work alongside talented dentists with a diverse skill set to collaborate with to bring the best outcomes to people. Since graduating I have taken many opportunities to travel worldwide and attend the most reputable residency programmes including full mouth rehabilitation, cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics, and dental implantology. I have ongoing affiliations with NZ dental association (NZDA), Wellington branch of dentists association and NZ sedation dentistry (NZSSD).

When Im not looking at teeth or travelling, I thoroughly enjoy the relaxed lifestyle the Wairarapa offers. In the summertime I can be found on the beach or entertaining friends and colleagues from out of town. My hobbies include fitness and racquet sports like badminton and squash.

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Kenny Kim

Principal Dentist & Owner

Email kk@smilemakeover.co.nz

Dr. Kenny Kim graduated with an honours degree from the University of Otago. Upon graduating he began working in Timaru and Geraldine in private practice and now splits his time between Masterton, Geraldine and Wellington.

Dr. Kenny has the belief that all communities, no matter how small, should have access to all treatments available in dentistry. Therefore, he has developed advanced skills in all aspects of dentistry particularly in the fields of dental implants, Orthodontics (braces) and cosmetics. He continues to expand on treatments he is able to provide to the community by attending numerous internationally recognised postgraduate training.

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David McKelvey

Dentist, BDS (credit) Otago, FRACDS

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David Graduated from Otago University in 2010. He worked in Wellington on Courtenay Place at Symes de Silva before coming to Art of Dentistry in 2018. He achieved a Fellowship with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in 2016 in restorative dentistry and periodontics. He maintains an advanced resuscitation certificate.

He aims to provide a high standard of clinical work and care to each of his patients. He uses evidence base to ensure patients are fully informed and have the right to choose the best treatment for their needs. He is good at thinking out of the box and has an interest in surgery and complex restorative options.

David has represented Wellington dentists on the Board of the New Zealand Dental Association since 2015, and was the president of the association’s local branch between 2016 and 2018. David has been a clinical advisor to the Dental Council of New Zealand, and helped to set up the Downtown Community Ministries free dental service in Wellington City. He is also a mentor to new graduate dentists in the region through the dental association’s Mentorship programme.

David lives in Lower Hutt with his wife Lauren, his sons Lucas and Emmett and a black Labrador named Meisie. He likes to build and tinker with computers, run, snowboard, surf and dive when he can get outdoors, and enjoys any sport he can get time to play. Most of the time he just enjoys spending time with his family.

Bronwyn Stehbens

Dentist, BDS Otago

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Bronwyn graduated from Otago University in 1989. She spent two years working as a House Surgeon at Wellington Hospital and one year at Hutt Hospital as a Registrar. She has worked in Auckland and in England and has been working at Art of Dentistry since 2003.

Bronwyn enjoys all aspects of dentistry and always strives to provide the best service possible in a gentle and caring manner. Continuing education is important to her, so she keeps up to date and maintains her skill level. She is dedicated to her work and derives a lot of satisfaction from forming friendly long-term relationships with her patients. She loves working at Art of Dentistry because the staff are supportive and fun to work with, and there is always a nice atmosphere with the latest equipment available.

Out of work Bronwyn enjoys spending time with her family, reading, gardening and doing crafts.

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Jarren Tan

Dentist

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Jarren received his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago. He has been providing skilled, attentive care to his patients located in the heart of Wellington CBD since 2021. He has also taken some time to provide dental care for patients in a more urban-rural areas like Gisborne.

Jarren is passionate and keeps himself up to date about the new developments in dentistry. His goal as a dentist is to provide the best care to his patients. He believes that everyone should be able to feel good about their teeth and oral health.

Jarren has spent a fair amount of time working with digital dentistry technology. He provides a wide range of dental treatments such as dental exams, restorations, treatment of dental emergencies, extractions, root canal therapy, replacement of missing teeth, digitally designed crowns, veneers, and teeth whitening.

Outside of dentistry, Jarren practices mixed martial arts and is into fitness. He has love for computers. Jarren was a former foosball champion in his university years in Dunedin, and is always keen for a game of foosball.

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Raina Mitchell

Dentist

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Raina is excited to return home and provide care to the community she grew up in. She began her career as a dental assistant in Wellington before graduating with Distinction from the University of Otago. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Human Nutrition and is currently completing a Fellowship in Restorative Dentistry, advancing her skills in comprehensive restorative care.

Raina enjoys all aspects of dentistry and finds great satisfaction in helping patients improve their oral health and confidence. She understands that many people feel anxious about visiting the dentist and takes the time to listen carefully to each patient’s concerns, creating a calm and supportive environment where patients feel comfortable and well cared for.

Outside of work, Raina enjoys spending time outdoors, cooking, and recently picking up the piano again.

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Zia Loo

Dentist

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Zia is a warm and detail-oriented dentist known for his calm, thoughtful approach to care. He graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2014 and has a strong clinical interest in restorative dentistry and prevention, with particular interest in managing deep caries, dental pain, and minimally invasive treatments.

Prior to his time here, Zia served in the New Zealand Defence Force, where he was stationed in Palmerston North and Christchurch and has participated in overseas exercises as an army dentist. He has also worked across a range of community based clinics in Kaitaia and Wellington, gaining broad experience caring for patients from diverse backgrounds. He continues to serve in the military reserves.

Zia is a member of the New Zealand Society of Forensic Odontology and has also undertaken Professional Conduct Committee (PCC) work for the Dental Council, contributing to the profession’s standards of care and accountability.

He believes dentistry works best when it feels collaborative and clear. He takes the time to explain what’s happening in a straightforward, grounded way so patients feel informed, comfortable, and confident in their care. His approach in the chair is gentle, practical, and focused on long-term outcomes.

Outside the clinic, Zia lives in Upper Hutt with his partner and stepdaughter. During his free time, he enjoys lifting weights at the gym or attempting to make families and couples look effortless photogenic with his love for photography.

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Kelly Reid

Hygienist, RDH

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Kelly is the Dental Hygienist for Art of Dentistry. Graduating from Otago Dental School in 2002 with a 2-year diploma in Dental Hygiene, she is still thoroughly enjoying the profession and creating healthier mouths. Kelly looks forward to seeing everyone in the hygiene department.

Kelly moved up here from the Nelson/Tasman region with her family in December 2012. Kelly is mum to three gorgeous boys. With what little spare time she has from work and family, Kelly likes to cook, walk along the beach with her family, and take day trips in her car, finding special areas around Wellington.

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Kelsey Ryan

Hygienist

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Kelsey graduated from Auckland University of Technology in 2018 with a bachelor’s degree in Oral Health Therapy. While living in Auckland, she worked with the school dental service providing dental care for children and adolescents. There she developed a strong passion for preventive care and helping patients feel comfortable and relaxed during their appointments.

Since returning home to Wellington, Kelsey now works in dental hygiene with a strong focus on patient care, building trusting relationships and helping patients feel confident in their oral health through prevention, education, and a supportive, comfortable experience.

Outside of work, Kelsey enjoys spending time with her young family and looking after her little girl, Odette, as well as spending time with friends, getting outdoors, and making the most of everything Wellington has to offer.

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Beth Romeril

Hygienist

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Beth started her career working as a dental assistant in Wellington while she was studying at Victoria University doing a BA. She soon discovered she loved Dentistry and with encouragement from colleagues decided to move to Dunedin to pursue a career in Dental Hygiene. She graduated in 2013 with a Bachelor of Oral Health. After graduation she worked with children in the Bee Healthy Dental service and then within private practice for the past 12 years.

Beth was brought up on the Kapiti Coast and now lives in Lower Hutt with her partner and three young girls. Outside of work she loves a good book, tramping in our beautiful New Zealand bush and roller-skating with her children and a local Roller Derby team.

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Sonita Louw

Business Manager

Email sonita@smilemakeover.co.nz

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Michelle Childs

Practice Manager

Email michellechilds@artofdentistry.co.nz