About NZACD

Our mission

The New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is one of the largest dental organisations in New Zealand and is the largest which is specifically devoted to the field of Cosmetic Dentistry. Our goal is to facilitate excellence in the art and science of Cosmetic Dentistry.



Dr Belinda Hsu

Dr Belinda Hsu
Executive Committee Member

Dr. Belinda Hsu graduated from the University of Otago with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (Distinction) in 2013. She has since worked in various different roles including that of a Dental House Officer (Oral Health Unit and Maxillofacial Surgery Service, Auckland Region DHBs), Clinical Tutor / Professional Practice Fellow (Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago) and general dental practitioner in private practice.

Belinda strives to deliver quality care and experience to all her patients. She believes in a patient-centric approach to dental care – engaging patients, providing knowledge, and allowing individuals to make well-informed choices for their oral health. She is fluent in English and Mandarin.

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Dr Rob Ashman

Dr Rob Ashman
Chairman

Every day Rob renews youth and beauty at his leading Aesthetic Dental Practice in Christchurch. He has devoted his life to Cosmetic Dentistry and specialises in revolutionising smiles.

Rob is a foundation NZACD member and has joined the executive because he believes in the Academy’s good work nurturing the interest, education and profile of Cosmetic Dentists throughout New Zealand.

Mobile telephone contact: 03 366 2912

Website: www.drrobashman.com

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Dr Gerard Skinner

Dr Gerard Skinner
Deputy Chairman & Academy Production

Fellow of World Congress of Microdentistry. Graduated 1990 Otago University. Currently working in private practice on North Shore.

Been member of NZACD Executive since 2015.

Mobile telephone contact: 021 323 911

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Dr Richard Otley

Dr Richard Otley
Treasurer

Richard graduated B.D.S from Otago in 1984. He has worked in general practice in Whakatane since save for a stint in London in 1989-90. He bought his fathers' practice in 1987 and has been employing dentists for more than 20 years including a number of new Otago graduates over the past 7 years.

A foundation member of the Academy, Richard enjoys treating patients with specific cosmetic and wear problems and both places and restores implant cases . He also sees his experience with mentoring newer graduates as an advantage and hopes to bring this insight to help the board to amplify the NZACD appeal to younger dentists.

Mobile telephone contact: 07 308 7469

Website: www.phoenixhousedentalcentre.co.nz

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Dr Ahmad Mustafa

Dr Ahmad Mustafa
Marketing & Executive Committee Member

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Dr Dalila Otley

Dr Dalila Otley
Executive Committee Member

General dentist, member of the NZDA; board member of the NZACD; special interest in cosmetic dentistry and smile design.

Mobile telephone contact: 021 523 424

Website: www.phoenixhousedentalcentre.co.nz

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Dr Jose Marinho

Dr Jose Marinho
Marketing & Executive Committee Member

José Marinho, originally from Portugal, graduated from Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry in the United Kingdom in 2011 after initially completing a degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Manchester in 2006. Since graduating, José has attended numerous courses including the world renowned post graduate one year Cosmetic Dentistry & Aesthetic Restorative Dentistry course in London. He was also recognised as a finalist of the prestigious Private Dentistry awards as Best Young Dentist in the UK. Before moving to New Zealand, José worked in prominent private dental practices in Central London providing high-end treatments to his much loved patients. José's caring and empathetic approach makes him extensively popular with his patients, to which he comes highly recommended. José provides a wide range of treatments and has a special interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry including veneers, tooth-coloured restorations and teeth whitening. He has extensive experience as a certified provider of Invisalign and fixed clear braces. José believes it is essential to listen to each patient's vision as every patient has a different desired outcome and only this way he can tailor the smile design to your needs and attain durable results which live up to expectations.

Mobile telephone contact: 020 41750395

Website: www.lumino.co.nz/dentists/bridgens-dental-te-puke/meet-our-team/

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Dr Clarence Tam

Dr Clarence Tam
NZACD / AACD International Affiliate Liaison & Executive Committee Member

MEET CLARENCE TAM, HBSC, DDS, AAACD, FIADFE

Dr. Clarence Tam is originally from Toronto,Canada, where she completed her Doctor of Dental Surgery and General Practice Residency in Pediatric Dentistry at the University of Western Ontario and the University of Toronto, respectively. Clarence’s practice has a focus on restorative and cosmetic dentistry, and she strives to provide consistently exceptional care with each patient. She is well-published in both the local and international dental press, writing articles, reviewing submissions, and developing prototype products and techniques in clinical dentistry. She frequently and continually lectures internationally.

Clarence has multi-faceted dentistry experience that extends across multiple tiers of leadership. She is the immediate past Chairperson and Director of the New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. She is one of merely two dentists in Australasia who are Board-Certified Accredited Members of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD). Moreover, Clarence maintains Fellowship status with the International Academy for DentoFacial Esthetics. She sits on the Advisory Board for Dental Asia, and is part of the Restorative Advisory Panel for Henry Schein Dental New Zealand. Aside from the professional organizations she belongs to, Clarence is a Key Opinion leader for an array of global dental companies, including Triodent, Coltene,Kuraray Noritake, Hu-Friedy, J Morita Corp, Henry Schein, Ivoclar Vivadent,Kerr, GC Australasia, SDI, and DentsplySirona. Moreover, she is the sole Voco Fellow in New Zealand and Australia.

Clarence participates in a number of charitable endeavors and takes great pride in achieving beautiful smiles for patients in and around her community. She sits on the board of Smiles For the Pacific, an educational trust and charity that aims to expand professional dentistry services across the entire South Pacific region. She is involved with Delta Gamma Sorority and aims to spearhead projects harmonious with Service for Sight in the South Pacific.

Mobile telephone contact: 021 833 543

Website: www.clarencetam.co.nz

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