Our Team
Dr Hyun Soo Yu BDSc (Hons) (Melb)
Hyun Soo graduated from Melbourne University in 2006 received honours. He practiced up in Sydney for six years until he joined our practice in early 2012. Extremely gentle, with a great personality to boot, he has been a welcome addition to the Grey Street Dentist team. Hyun Soo is thorough and therefore takes his time when it comes to the patients concerns. In keeping up with the constant change in techniques and materials, he attends as many courses as he can so we can always give our patients the best of the best. In his free time, Hyun Soo enjoys the great outdoors, trying to get away to explore when he gets a chance.
Dr Michael Nguyen – BDS (ADL)
Originally from Adelaide, Dr Michael graduated from the University of Adelaide with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery. He has since moved to Melbourne where he has been enjoying the change of pace.
Dr Michael is a gentle and meticulous dentist passionate about all aspects of general dentistry. He is particularly interested in cosmetic dentistry and oral surgery. He is committed to delivering the highest standard of care to his patients and frequently seeks further professional education to expand his skill set.
Through careful listening, Dr Michael creates a customised treatment plan to suit each patient’s needs and will walk them through every step of their journey to create a beautiful, healthy smile. Dr Michael’s calm demeanour provides a stress-free experience for anxious patients and aims to make every dental visit as comfortable as possible.
In his spare time, Dr Michael likes to stay active by bouldering, gymming, and training for his next run. He also has a big appetite and is always excited to try new foods and adventures.
Dr Nelson Ung B-Biomed(Hons) DDS (Melb)
Dr Nelson completed his Bachelor of Biomedicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees at The University of Melbourne. Before joining the team at Grey Street Dentist, he has had years of experience in public and private clinics across Victoria. Described by his patients as easy-going, gentle and thorough, he ensures that each visit to the dentist is a pleasing experience. Nelson excels at educating his patients, informing them about their dental needs and procedures in an understandable and comprehensive manner. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry, from preventive check-ups through to more complex treatment, such as crowns, root canal therapy, and wisdom teeth removal. Meticulous in his work, he is committed to delivering high quality treatment to his patients. Outside of dentistry, Nelson enjoys playing tennis and soccer, snowboarding, watching the footy, and binge-watching TV shows.
Dr Josephine Ly – BSc (Hons), DDS (Melb)
Josephine completed her DDS at the University of Melbourne, with prior experience in both metropolitan Melbourne and regional Victoria. She enjoys the multifaceted nature of dentistry, but the most rewarding aspect to her is being able to build human connections with her patients and ensuring everyone feels seen and heard. Her gentle approach to dentistry involves working together with her patients to deliver comprehensive treatment that is tailored just to them.
Outside of dentistry, Josephine enjoys reading, yoga, and community involvement through non-profit work and volunteering. She is proficient in English and Vietnamese, and is currently learning Auslan in her spare time to make dentistry more accessible to all communities. She hopes to make visiting the dentist a relaxing and playful experience for everyone. Come say ‘Hi’!
Dr Francis Tenazas – BSc (Hons) (Melb), DMD (WA)
Dr Francis graduated with a Doctor of Dental Medicine from The University of Western Australia. Prior to joining Grey Street Dentist, Francis worked and gained experience in private and public dentistry across Melbourne and Perth.
Throughout his career, he has always emphasised on keeping his patients comfortable and well-informed on every appointment. He understands that seeing the dentist can be a daunting experience for people of all ages and he hopes to remove this stigma by actively listening to his patients and taking time to discuss any treatment needed. His main interests revolve around preventative and restorative care – which include crowns, root canal therapy and everything else needed to keep teeth nice and strong!
When he is not checking people’s teeth, you can find Dr Francis shooting hoops at the park or enjoying a nice cup of coffee at his local café.
Dr Dennis Liang – B-BMED, DDS (Melb)
Dr. Dennis completed both his undergraduate and postgraduate degrees at the University of Melbourne and gained experience having worked in regional Victoria.
Dennis believes in the importance of prevention and oral care education, and that good communication is the key to providing patients with a pleasant chairside experience. Dennis aspires to remove the stigma associated with visiting dentists. And he is happy to answer any questions you may have about dentistry!
Outside of work, Dennis likes to remain active with gym and various sports. He is an avid follower of NBA basketball and a keen photographer. With a passion for helping those in need, Dennis has volunteered in Nepal – providing dental care in rural communities.
Ara – Practice Manager
Ara has been working with us since 2012. She has worked as a dental assistant for many years and has vast amount of knowledge in various fields of dentistry. She is very interested in jewellery design and pursued further to achieve a qualification in jewellery design. Apparently, tools in jewellery are similar to dental tools…
Emily – Clinical Co-ordinator
Emily started working as a team member at Grey St Dentist since early 2018 with previous experience in private dental clinics across Melbourne. She is qualified from Latrobe University with Bachelor of Health Sciences major in Health Information Management (Class 2016). With patient centered approach, she does all her best to ensure our working days run smoothly and effectively and patients always are at ease for their dental experience. Emily enjoys reading and writing with a cup of green tea latte on Sunday.
Alan – Dental Assistant
Meet Alan, one of our dental assistants with two years of experience in the field. Known for his laid-back and empathetic demeanor, Alan is dedicated to crafting a welcoming atmosphere for his clients. With a commitment to providing top-notch dental care, he seamlessly combines his expertise with a warm and comforting approach, ensuring that every client feels at ease under his care. Alan’s passion for creating a positive experience reflects his genuine concern for the well-being and comfort of those he serves in the dental profession.