DDS (Melb), General Dentist
Dr Catherine Yao is a female General Dentist who speaks Cantonese and Mandarin (as well as English).
Dr Catherine Yao graduated from the University of Melbourne. Catherine’s aim as a dentist is to ensure patients are calm and comfortable in the dental surgery. Catherine has an inherent and unwavering enthusiasm in hearing about different people’s stories and experiences. She strongly believes achieving optimal oral health requires a team approach, so she will definitely want to learn more about you during your dental appointment!
Catherine enjoys practising all aspects of dentistry, but performing crown & bridge restorations and aesthetic procedures are of particular interest to her. She also really enjoys looking after our younger patients. She believes that encouraging good oral health at a young age is crucial, and it is always a fun challenge to bring out the twinkling laughter in children!
Seeing the dentist can be a daunting experience, and Catherine understands this. Her dental appointments have been described as “mindfulness” sessions, and many of her patients have expressed their gratitude regarding her gentle care and supportive demeanour. To Catherine, acknowledging and managing your mental hurdles are as important as managing your teeth!
