Meet Sue Shepherd, Dental Therapist
A Passion for People and Oral Health
Sue has been an integral part of our team since 1986, bringing over 40 years of dedicated experience to every patient interaction. She’s driven daily by a genuine love of working with people and being part of a team that improves not just smiles, but overall health and longevity.
Education and Expertise
Sue graduated from the Western Australian Institute of Technology (now Curtin University) in 1985 with an Associate Diploma in Dental Therapy. Since then, she’s continually expanded her knowledge through decades of hands-on experience, specialising in:
- Comprehensive hygiene appointments
- Radiography
- Bleaching treatments
- Periodontal treatment and maintenance
- Shared care with periodontal specialists
The Connection Between Oral Health and Overall Wellbeing
Sue is particularly passionate about the link between oral health and chronic disease. She understands that untreated periodontal disease is associated with coronary heart disease, diabetes, and premature births in pregnant women. The bacteria that begins as simple plaque can have far-reaching effects—it’s been found in the brains of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients, and in the joints of rheumatoid arthritis sufferers.
Maintaining good oral health plays a significant role in nutrition and overall general health, and I enjoy being part of a team delivering this to patients.”
What Patients Say
When you first meet Sue, you’ll immediately sense her warmth and professionalism. Patients describe her as friendly, trustworthy, honest, and compassionate. She brings empathy to every appointment, respecting each person’s differences, fears, and vulnerabilities. You’re not just a patient to Sue—you’re a person deserving of dignified, understanding care.
Life Outside the Practise
Family is at the heart of everything Sue does. She lives close to her parents and two sisters, and they all share a strong commitment to maintaining close family relationships. Sue is the proud mum of two adult sons—one is a musician, and the other is an analytical chemist with qualifications in both chemistry and education.
When she’s not caring for patients, you’ll find Sue in the kitchen cooking and baking, or entertaining friends and family. She’s also a passionate supporter of the live music industry and loves attending concerts whenever she can.
Four Decades of Trusted Care
Starting as a fresh graduate in 1986, Sue has grown alongside this practise, building lasting relationships with patients and contributing to countless healthy smiles along the way. Her commitment to ongoing learning and her genuine care for each person who sits in her chair make her an invaluable member of our team.
We can’t wait for you to meet Sue and welcome you to our practice!
