Meet The Team

Originally from the United Kingdom, Dr Avind received his dental qualifications from the Leeds Dental School in 2014. Dr Avind has gone on to work across private and public practice as well as emergency care where he has gained thorough clinical experience. Continually striving to deliver his patients with the best in dental care, he remains up to date with the latest in dentistry by attending courses and training.

His clinical interests lie within the surgical side of dentistry, as well as the replacement of missing and damaged teeth with dental implants. Dr Avind believes that the ability to enhance the appearance of a patient’s smile is incredibly rewarding.

Dr Avind has a knack for settling anxious patients in the dental chair and wishes for all patients to have a positive experience while in his care, setting them up to have a good oral health routine for life.

In his spare time, Avind enjoys spending quality time with his beautiful wife and two sons!

Dr. Pulkit Lakhani is a highly qualified dental professional with a deep passion for advancing oral health. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery (B.D.S.) from SGT Dental College, Budhera, Haryana, where he studied from 2007 to 2012. Following his undergraduate studies, he pursued a Master of Dental Surgery (M.D.S.) in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at DAV (C) Dental College, Yamunanagar, from 2013 to 2016. During this time, he honed his expertise in aligning teeth and correcting facial irregularities, further solidifying his commitment to providing top-notch orthodontic care. In addition, Dr. Pulkit Lakhani is a certified implantologist through the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI), USA, which reflects his proficiency in modern dental implant techniques.

Dr. Pulkit Lakhani has accumulated substantial clinical experience throughout his career. Early in his journey, he worked part-time at Malik Dental Clinic in Rewari, Haryana, for six months, where he gained valuable experience in general dentistry.

He also served at LALL Nursing Home in Gurgaon for four months, further refining his diagnostic and treatment planning skills. During his internship at SGT Multispecialty Urban Centre, Delhi, he received extensive exposure to a variety of cases, assisting in both routine and complex dental procedures. Additionally, Dr. Pulkit Lakhani had the opportunity to work as a clinical assistant at the prestigious Maulana Azad Institute of Dental Sciences, New Delhi, in the Departments of Periodontics and Prosthodontics, where he spent four months working alongside experienced specialists.

Dr. Patricia Blake is an accomplished Associate Dentist at Maven Dental Tugun, with a wealth of academic and professional experience. She began her journey in healthcare with a Bachelor of Science degree from Niagara University, graduating Magna Cum Laude in 1982. Dr. Blake continued her studies, earning her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Buffalo in 1987, followed by a General Practice Residency (GPR) at Miami Valley Hospital in 1988. She later enhanced her expertise in healthcare management, obtaining a Master’s in Public Administration, with a focus on Health Delivery, from the State University of New York in 1998.

In her career, Dr. Blake has primarily worked in family dentistry, providing a wide range of treatments, including root canals and oral surgery. Since moving to Australia in 2017, her passion for giving back has led her to work with the Royal Flying Doctors and serve in public health roles across Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Now, as an instructor at the University of Queensland, she shares her extensive knowledge with the next generation of dental professionals.

A dual citizen, Dr. Blake was born and raised in Buffalo, NY, and recently became an Australian citizen. She enjoys the laid-back lifestyle of the Gold Coast and often starts her day with a surf on its beautiful beaches. Family is a significant part of her life, with one son living in New Zealand and another son and four wonderful grandsons residing in Cairns.

Dr. Blake is dedicated to providing comfortable, effective care and specialises in managing pain and anxiety for her patients, especially during root canals and extractions. She values a comprehensive approach to dentistry, helping her patients achieve healthy, beautiful smiles.

What Dr. Blake enjoys most about her work is the diversity of treatments she provides and the rewarding experience of seeing her patients’ smiles transformed. Outside of work, she’s an avid surfer and snowboarder and delights in spending quality time with her beloved grandsons