Stafford Dental Centre Timaru

Mina is a second-generation dentist following the path of her mother who has been her inspiration in pursuing dentistry. She qualified through the Australian Dental Council and has practiced in several locations in Auckland before joining the Stafford Dental team.

Her favourite part of her profession is being able to care for other people and dramatically impacting their quality of life. Mina finds it especially rewarding to help patients live without pain and enjoy eating their favourite food.

Through continuing education courses, Mina stays up-to-date on a wide range of dental services. She is very passionate with clear aligners and transforming beautiful smiles.

When she is not in the practice, Mina is an aquarist. She loves keeping a reef tank which she finds therapeutic and relaxing. She is also wide reader, with the likes of James Patterson and Sidney Sheldon novels.

Nicholas graduated from the University of Otago with Bachelor of Dental Surgery. He had worked in private practice in Oamaru before joining the Stafford Dental team.

Nicholas enjoys all aspects of general dentistry, particularly restorative dentistry and oral surgery. Clinically, he is a perfectionist and goes over and above to provide the best care to his patients. He is passionate about preventative care and patient education.
Nicholas is caring, has a gentle chairside manner and endeavours to make every patient feel comfortable.

Outside of dentistry, Nicholas enjoys travelling and time with friends and family.

Dr Caroline Gohar is a highly talented Cosmetic Dentist at Stafford Dental Centre. She has achieved amazing “smile makeovers” for many patients and can advise you on the best options for achieving the smile you’ve always wanted.

Dr Caroline graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2008 from Alexandria University in Alexandria, Egypt and completed her Australian Dental Council Examination in 2018.

She has extensive experience in all areas of general and cosmetic dentistry. Her special interests also include root canal treatment, surgical extractions and working with kids.

Dr Caroline’s passion for dentistry continually drives her to provide optimum patient care with excellent results.

In her spare time, Dr Caroline loves to stay active, believing that a healthy mind needs a healthy body. She is also a self-confessed “coffee connoisseur” and loves to learn about the local coffee culture – ask her for her recommendation!

Dr Rohan Thomas graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor’s degree in Dental Surgery and had worked in a private practice in Oamaru prior to joining the Stafford Dental team.

Rohan enjoys practicing in all aspects of general dentistry and strives to provide bespoke treatment tailored to suit each person’s needs and goals. He is passionate about the role of patient education in preventative dentistry and achieving stable long-term outcomes, and is always happy to answer questions, encourage curiosity, and share his knowledge of the field.

Rohan has a friendly and relaxed personality both in and out of clinic, and likes to create a ‘casual’ and welcoming atmosphere for patients as soon as they step through the door.

Outside of dentistry, Rohan enjoys spending time with his friends, trying new foods and seeing new places.

Amelia is a graduate of the University of Otago, where she earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery after completing initial training at the International Medical University in Malaysia. With a strong commitment to delivering modern, evidence-based care, she stays up to date with the latest advancements in dentistry to ensure her patients receive the best possible treatment.

Passionate about patient education, Amelia believes in empowering individuals with the knowledge they need to maintain a healthy smile. She is dedicated to building long-lasting relationships and creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and confident in their care.

Amelia is fluent in English, Chinese, Cantonese, and Malay, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds and provide personalized care in their preferred language.

Outside of dentistry, Amelia enjoys staying active and can often be found jogging around town—don’t hesitate to say hello if you see her! She also has a love for exploring the outdoors and traveling to new destinations.