Meet The Team

Dr. Jiao has over a decade of experience across the full spectrum of general dentistry, including Invisalign. Her special interest is dental sleep medicine and the treatment of snoring as well as Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.

After completing her BDS at the University of Adelaide, she worked on the Mid North Coast before returning to Newcastle to run her practice from Maven Dental Newcastle. She has also completed her Primary Dental Examinations, granting her membership in the Royal College of Dental Surgeons, and is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association. Jiao is currently one of only four dentists in NSW, and the only one locally, to be granted the Fellowship of Dental Sleep Medicine. She collaborates with local sleep physicians, GPs, and other medical specialists to provide mandibular advancement devices in the treatment of snoring and OSA. She regularly provides education in this area to other healthcare professionals.

Jiao is a firm believer in preventative dentistry and is dedicated to equipping her patients with the knowledge to maintain their oral health for life. Known for her gentle and patient approach, she strives to create a calm environment for everyone she treats.

Outside of work, Jiao enjoys walking her dog, Momo, hiking, and spending time in nature. You may also find her at a local playground, beach or cafe keeping her two young children entertained, fed and largely out of trouble. 

Please note that Dr. Jiao is not currently accepting new patients.

Dr Agnes Zhao completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago in New Zealand with distinction in 2011. Drawn to the coastal lifestyle and the vibrant food scene, she made her way here in Newcastle, where she has been a valued dentist practising from Maven Dental Newcastle since 2014.

Dr Agnes is dedicated to providing the highest quality dental care, tailoring her treatments to meet the unique needs of each patient. She places great emphasis on patient comfort and oral health, ensuring that even the most nervous patients feel at ease and confident about their dental care.

With a gentle approach and a focus on preventative care, Dr Agnes helps her patients achieve and maintain optimal oral health. She finds great satisfaction in seeing her patients return with renewed confidence for ongoing dental needs.

In her downtime, Dr Agnes enjoys going for long runs and loves taking part in local, interstate and overseas running festivals.

Dr Conor obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from University College Cork in 2016. Since graduating, he has remained dedicated to providing comprehensive, high-quality dental care across all aspects of general dentistry. He gained valuable experience working in both Ireland and Canada, before relocating to Australia.

He is particularly passionate about creating a calm and reassuring environment for his patients, with a special focus on supporting those who may experience dental anxiety. Dr Conor takes the time to build trust with each patient, ensuring they feel comfortable and well-informed throughout their treatment journey.

With a strong interest in cosmetic dentistry, he is committed to helping patients enhance their smiles with personalised, evidence-based care. Dr Conor joined the Maven Dental Newcastle team as locum dentist in January 2026 and is now a permanent member of the team, he looks forward to welcoming new patients to the practice.

Outside of dentistry, Dr Conor enjoys playing the saxophone and maintains an active lifestyle through involvement in triathlon events.