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OUR ORAL HEALTH THERAPISTS
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Diana
Shenouda
Tracey
Mirarchi
Atefa
Said
Liliana
Varela Lemus
Tracey
Mirarchi
Tracey Mirarchi
Oral Health Therapist
B.O.H (Newcastle) Grad Dip D.T (Dux - Dental Therapy)​​
Tracey has been a valued Oral Health Therapist at Word of Mouth Dentistry for over 13 years and brings more than 30 years of experience in the dental industry. She began her career as a Dental Assistant and later worked with several dental equipment companies before pursuing her passion for patient care and advancing her career in clinical dentistry.
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Tracey completed her Bachelor of Oral Health at the University of Newcastle, where she graduated with outstanding academic achievement, finishing runner-up to DUX and receiving the Australian Dental Association Award for Professionalism. She later returned to university to complete a Graduate Diploma in Dental Therapy, graduating as DUX of her program. Tracey has also expanded her qualifications to include Adult Scope of Practice, allowing her to perform examinations and restorations for adult patients.
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Passionate about preventive care, Tracey takes great pride in helping patients improve their oral health, confidence and overall wellbeing. Known for her gentle approach and friendly personality, she strives to make every appointment as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.
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Outside of dentistry, Tracey enjoys camping and travelling, particularly in the United States, and has a lifelong love of animals. She believes pets play an important role in family life, teaching responsibility, companionship and care.
Liliana Varela Lemus
Oral Health Therapist
B.Dent. (Uni.Valle Col.) B.O.H (Newcastle) Grad Dip D.T.
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Liliana brings more than 22 years of experience in dentistry, having originally studied dentistry in Colombia before continuing her career in Australia. During her career, she played an important role in establishing the Dental Hygiene department for one of Australia’s largest healthcare providers, reflecting her dedication to advancing preventive dental care.
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Friendly, caring and highly approachable, Liliana has a natural ability to connect with patients of all ages. She is passionate about helping patients feel comfortable during their visits while encouraging lifelong oral health habits.
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Liliana is certified in Australia to perform Dental Therapy procedures for patients up to 18 years of age and Dental Hygiene treatments for patients of all ages. She takes great pride in helping individuals and families achieve healthy, confident smiles and is known for her gentle approach and motivating style.
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Her goal is to make every visit a positive experience while helping patients keep their smiles healthy and bright.
Atefa Said
Oral Health Therapist
B.O.H (Charles Sturt Uni.) Cert III (D.A.) Cert IV (Business Mgt.)
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Atefa graduated from Charles Sturt University with a Bachelor of Oral Health in 2014, achieving a distinction average. During her studies, she was recognised for her academic excellence, receiving the University Dean’s Award in both 2013 and 2014, as well as the Dental Hygienists Association of Australia Award for outstanding skills and commitment to dental hygiene.
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Following graduation, Atefa completed a graduate year program with The University of Sydney, gaining valuable clinical experience while working across the Northern Central Tablelands before joining the team at Word of Mouth Dentistry in 2016.
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Atefa provides preventive dental care and hygiene treatments for patients of all ages. After completing her Adult Scope of Practice qualification in 2020, she is also able to perform dental examinations and restorations for adult patients. She has experience working in both public and private dental settings and is committed to ongoing professional development to ensure her patients receive the most up-to-date care.
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Before becoming an Oral Health Therapist, Atefa worked as a dental assistant for six years, where she developed a strong passion for preventive dentistry. She enjoys helping patients understand their oral health and providing the education and tools needed to achieve long-term, healthy smiles.
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Known for her gentle and supportive approach, Atefa takes pride in helping patients feel comfortable and confident during their visits, particularly those who may feel anxious about dental treatment.
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Outside of the practice, Atefa enjoys meeting new people, learning from diverse communities and helping patients improve not only their oral health but their overall wellbeing.