About Us
At Booth Tooth Annandale Dental Clinic, your satisfaction is our No. 1 priority!
At Booth Dental, we pride ourselves on our friendly, respectful approach towards our patients and the high-quality dental care services that we provide. Our support staff and qualified dentists go out of their way to provide exceptional dental care.
For us, our patients come first. Our top priority is to make your dental care experience the absolute best it can be. We understand the needs of our patients and are committed to building enduring relationships based on trust.
Dr Christine Nguyen
Dr Christine Nguyen graduated from the University of Sydney with a Bachelor of Dentistry in 2007, completed her primary examination with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and has worked in both the public and private sectors all over the eastern side of Australia.
She has been involved in volunteer work with Indigenous communities in the past and has held a teaching role as a clinical educator for first year Sydney University students for five years.
Christine enjoys all aspects of dentistry, but her current interest is understanding the effects of the mouth on the entire body. The aspects of her work day she loves the most are making her patients feel at ease, helping them make a difference in their oral health and building meaningful relationships with her patients.
Outside of dentistry, Christine enjoys music, trying new foods, travelling, clinical Pilates, doing small projects with her identical twin sister (you may mistake her twin sister for Christine when she visits Annandale village) and, most importantly, spending time with her young family of three children.
Dr Frank Nguyen
Dr Frank Nguyen completed his Bachelor of Dentistry at the University of Sydney, where he also met his future wife!
There is nothing that Frank loves more than helping people, using his skills and knowledge to solve problems and restoring smiles while connecting with them. Dentistry truly is his perfect career.
Frank is extremely detail-oriented and meticulous when providing any kind of dental treatment, which helps to ensure patients benefit from reliable and long-lasting work.
Dedicated to ongoing professional development, Frank has completed his primary examinations at the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons, and he has also taught at the Faculty of Dentistry at the University of Sydney for nine years. In 2014, Frank completed his Diploma in Conscious Sedation and Pain Control, as he is committed to ensuring even the most nervous patient can comfortably and safely receive treatment.
He is particularly interested in restorative dentistry and especially in using advanced CADCAM technology to create precision-made restorations for his patients. As a dad, he is also interested in paediatric dentistry and preventative dental care.
Outside of our Annandale practice, Frank is an avid photographer who enjoys the thrills of snowboarding and surfing, practising his culinary skills and spending time with his family.
Dr Mauricio Barbosa
Dr Mauricio Barbosa is a friendly, experienced, and patient-focused general dentist at Booth Tooth Dental. He is passionate about providing high-quality dental care in a comfortable and welcoming environment, helping patients of all ages achieve and maintain healthy, confident smiles.
With a strong emphasis on preventive dentistry and patient education, Dr Barbosa believes that informed patients are empowered to make the best decisions about their oral health. He takes the time to listen to each patient’s concerns, explain treatment options clearly, and develop personalised care plans tailored to their individual needs.
Dr Barbosa has a special interest in preventive dental care, restorative dentistry, and long-term oral health management. His approach combines clinical excellence with a genuine commitment to building lasting relationships based on trust, compassion, and open communication.
After graduating in Dentistry in 2010, Dr Barbosa practised as a general dentist in Brazil for six years before moving to Australia. His international experience has shaped a holistic approach to dental care, combining evidence-based treatment with a strong focus on prevention and patient-centred care.
Dr Barbosa is proud to be part of the Booth Tooth Dental team, where he strives to create a positive dental experience for every patient.
Outside the practice, Mauricio enjoys CrossFit, travelling, and discovering Sydney’s vibrant café and restaurant scene.
Dr. Jeffrey Chow
Dr Jeffrey Chow grew up in Sydney and completed his dental training at the University of Sydney together with Frank and Christine. Since graduation, Jeff has worked in different settings, both in the metropolitan and rural regions, treating a variety of patients. He also works regularly in Hong Kong where he is originally from…
Jeff works with Frank and Christine routinely as a team in managing patients with more difficult minor oral surgeries. Jeff has completed his primary examination with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons. Apart from general dentistry, he has also worked as an Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery registrar at both the Westmead and John Hunter Hospitals, where he gained more advanced surgical experiences. Jeff has further completed his medical degree as part of this training. Wanting to practice a wider scope in medicine in additional to his dental career, Jeff has also completed his Fellowship from the Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (FRACGP) where he now also works as a GP part-time.
He has also volunteered in Cleft Lip and Palate missions in the Philippines. Jeff is an avid football fan outside of work.
Freni Rowe
Freni has been a dental nurse for over 20 years and has wide experience in providing exceptional care to patients from all walks of life. She loves her job and understands that not all patients are comfortable walking into a dentist’s office…
Freni goes out of her way to put apprehensive patients at ease, gently and patiently answering any questions they may have.
If you are a patient walking through the doors of a dental clinic, Freni is the type of person you wish would be by your side. Her empathy, care and concern for her patients make her a perfect match for Booth Dental’s philosophy.
Nusrat
Nusrat is currently in her final year of her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree. She has a special interest in special needs dentistry and restorative dentistry At our practice, she endeavours to make sure that every patient receives the highest level of patient care possible and makes them feel like a part of our dental family…
Having personally navigated the anxieties associated with dental treatment, she understands both the apprehension and the transformative impact such care can have on an individual’s confidence and smile. This drives her ongoing curiosity to expand her knowledge and provide a supportive and friendly environment where patients feel valued and understood. Outside of work, she enjoys cooking and being with her friends and family.
Mina
He loves travelling and has been to all 6 inhabited continents and is looking forward to exploring more of our beautiful country. Mina is fluent in both English and Arabic.
Daniel
Daniel has a keen interest in restorative dentistry and the application of digital technology to improve patient experiences and quality of care. Outside of the dental environment, Daniel enjoys travelling, video games, sporting activities such as basketball, playing violin and spending time with his friends and family.
Amahlia
Amahlia has been working as a dental nurse and receptionist for the past 10 years. She is passionate about exceptional patient care, and prides herself on her gentle and welcoming nature; calming even the most nervous of patients. She has a keen interest in surgical procedures, as well as aesthetic dentistry….
Amahlia also works within the film and television industry, which means you might even occasionally catch her on your TV! She is always up for a chat about the latest trending film and television shows, and would probably out geek you in Lord of the Rings trivia.
Kristina
Kristina enjoys working as a part of such a friendly and supportive team. She is committed to creating a happy and satisfying dental care experience for every patient and ensure their dental visits are as comfortable as being at home.
Outside of the dental setting, Kristina is a mother of two boys and loves spending time with them and her family on weekends. She loves to travel and has a passion for baking and cooking.