Meet the team
About Our Doctors
Our 3 Orthodontists together have more than 40 Years of full time Orthodontic experience.
That’s a huge amount of time on monitoring jaw growth, dental eruption and knowing exactly when to intervene (and when not to).
They have in depth knowledge and experience of all the contemporary appliances such as fixed braces, Invisalign and removable plates. They have dealt with many surgical cases, trauma cases, missing teeth and all other possible complications.
After qualifying as dentists and gaining a minimum of 3 years general clinical experience, they each undertake an additional 3 years of full time Orthodontic training to qualify as Specialists. They continue to update their education and regularly attend Orthodontic Conferences and Clinical courses both interstate and internationally to keep informed of the very latest in treatment techniques.
Our Orthodontists are all active members of the Australian Society of Orthodontists and the Dental Specialists Society of WA.
Doctor Fiona Hall
ORTHODONTIST
Dr Hall studied for her Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.Ch.D.) in Leeds, UK 1983 -1987. After working in Oral Surgery for 2 years she studied at the Eastman Dental Hospital in London and gained her Fellowship in Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh in 1990, her Master of Science in Orthodontics from the University of London in 1992, and her Membership in Orthodontics of the Royal College of Surgeons of England in 1993. After working at Newcastle Dental Hospital, UK, she came to Western Australia in 1996 and worked at the Perth Dental Hospital.
Dr Hall and Dr Owen set up Mount Lawley Orthodontics in 2000, and Dr Hall became practice principal in 2010. She also works as an associate in Midland.
Fiona lives in Mount Lawley with her two beautiful children Katie and Jack.
Doctor Arti Dyett
ORTHODONTIST
Arti was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya, and moved to London to begin her career as a dentist. After completing a Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) at the University of London with Honours, Arti moved to Perth for the great weather and friendly people, loving the beaches and river in close proximity to the city.
Arti worked for 3 years as a dentist in private practice and with the government dental health service. Arti has also completed a Bachelor of Science in Dentistry (BSc Dent) with Honours at the University of Western Australia. In 2010 Arti commenced a full time 3-year Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry in Orthodontics (DClinDent) at the University of Western Australia.
Arti has completed research evaluating the impact of orthodontic tooth movement on surrounding tissues, and also on the use of 3-Dimensional scanning methods to assess facial asymmetry. Arti’s research has been presented to fellow clinicians, and is currently under review for publication in the Australian Orthodontic Journal.
Outside of work you will find her at the gym, rock climbing, cooking or spending time with family and friends.
Doctor Hui Lau
ORTHODONTIST
Hui was accepted at the University of Melbourne with a scholarship to study Bachelor of Dental Science, graduating with Honours in 2007. After graduation, she worked at multiple private practices and government dental health service in Melbourne, providing care to patients from all walks of life. She also went on to complete the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons primary exams.
After 4 years as a general dental practitioner, Hui then moved to Perth and obtained her Doctorate of Clinical Dentistry (Orthodontics) from the University of Western Australia. During the three-year full-time specialty training, she also completed her research evaluating the impact of growth and orthodontic treatment on the lips. To ensure that she is at the forefront of orthodontic knowledge, Hui is committed to continuing education. She is also an active member of local and international societies.
When she’s not working, Hui enjoys socialising with friends, cooking and some gardening despite her not-so-green fingers.
Holly
PRACTICE MANAGER AND DENTAL THERAPIST
Acquiring an interest in Orthodontics after being treated herself, Holly initially studied the Dental Clinic Assisting TAFE course prior to continuing on and graduating with an Associate Diploma in Dental Therapy from Curtin University in 1994. It was at this time that she joined Dr John Owen’s team at Midland Orthodontics before consolidating to Mount Lawley Orthodontics after 2000.
Her extended role into the practice management tasks of the business, whilst still prioritising direct patient care enables her to pursue a passion in providing clients with both the best and the latest in Orthodontic treatment.
Outside of work Holly enjoys travel to expand her horizons, relaxing with pilates and playing golf.
Tania
DENTAL THERAPIST
Tania graduated as a Dental Therapist with an Associate Diploma in Dental Therapy from Curtin University in 1995. She joined Dr Owen’s team at Midland in 1996. After taking time off for extended travel in 1997, she moved to Melbourne for a change and to gain further experience in orthodontics She returned to Perth in 2001 and joined the team at Mount Lawley Orthodontics, where she enjoys providing clinical care to our patients here.
Jo
DENTAL THERAPIST
Jo completed her Dental Therapy Diploma at Curtin University in 1990 and initially worked for 8 years in the School Dental Service in both country and city locations. She has worked in Orthodontics as a Dental Therapist since 1999.
Jo initially began working at Mount Lawley Orthodontics when the practice first opened in 2000, helping with much of the initial setting up of the clinic. Having left to have her children, she has been working for the past 10 years at another Orthodontic practice South of the River. She is delighted to have returned to Mount Lawley Orthodontics one day per week.
Jo is a busy working mum with two beautiful daughters. She enjoys spending time in the outdoors, going to the gym and tending to her race horses at her Ascot residence. She also works part-time as a Personal Assistant to her husband who works in Real Estate.
Lily
ORAL HEALTH THERAPIST
Lily entered dentistry as a Dental Technician in 2010 giving her great opportunities to work on a wide range of dental appliances. She then went for further training at Curtin University. After completing her Oral Health Therapy degree in 2018, she worked initially in general practice. Recently joining the team at Mount Lawley Orthodontics Lily is enjoying expanding her skill set in the field of Orthodontics.
Outside of work, Lily often spends time running and walking along the river side. She loves travelling and enjoys sunshine at the beach.
Nicole
FRONT OFFICE COORDINATOR AND ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Nicole is a foundation staff member here at Mount Lawley Orthodontics, being part of our furniture since opening in July 2000. A qualified Dental Assistant, but in the the earlier years she was as our first receiptionist.
Following an extended maternity break, Nicole is now a back with us part time in the clinic and juggling a busy family.
Alexis
ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Alexis attended Chisholm Catholic College where she was given the opportunity to do work experience at several dental practices. This gave her an insight into the industry, which led her to complete her Certificate III in Dental Assisting in 2013.
Alexis joined the team at Mount Lawley Orthodontics in February 2014 while furthering her studies to obtain Certificate IV in Dental Assisting. She assists in the treatment and care of our patients.
Alexis plays piano and has danced for 15 years. She now spends her free time going to the Gym and shopping.
Tara
ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Tara completed the dental assisting course at TAFE in 2010, and then went on to complete further training for dental assisting in mid-2011. Tara joined our team in early 2011, and has an essential role here at Mount Lawley Orthodontics in assisting with the care of our patients.
When not working, Tara now has her hands full chasing after her young daughters, Emilia and Matilda along with her crazy Australian Shepherd, Archer.
Karina
ORTHODONTIC ASSISTANT
Karina completed her DCA Certificate IV in 2010 and joined our team in November 2022. She is enjoying the field of Orthodontics after arriving from years of experience in General practice Dental Assisting.
Karina can be found at the beach on the weekends and after school with her two young boys.
Jude
FRONT OFFICE MANAGER
Jude joined our administration team at the start of 2011 with twelve years of dental experience as a nurse and office administrator, holding a certificate IV in Dental Clinic Assisting.
She will be found mainly at the front desk greeting patients and assisting with the administrative side of things, and on the occasion jumping in with her gloves on to help the clinic staff.
Jude enjoys the interaction & helping patients through their orthodontic journey, adding in her Irish humour around the practice wherever possible.
Anna
FRONT OFFICE COORDINATOR
A North Queensland native, Anna has been residing here in Perth since December 2020. Anna has lived all over Australia and worked in both General Dental and Orthodontics since 2006. Whilst taking time away from work to be with her two young boys, Anna finished two floristry courses and is also a fully qualified primary school teacher.
