Robert Duhig

Principal Dentist BDSc (Qld)

Rob graduated in Dentistry from The University of Queensland in 1979. He first practiced in rural Queensland and later in London. He has operated his own practice in Sandgate for over 28 years.

Rob is passionate about prevention and minimal intervention dentistry. His goal is for all patients at Robert Duhig Dental to have healthy mouths, thus avoiding costly and invasive corrective treatments. As Principal Dentist, Robert is committed to continuing education. He regularly attends professional development courses to further his knowledge in dentistry.

He has been married to Sally, a keen artist, for 21 years. He shares his interest in sailing with his two grown-up sons, Tom and Edward

Tip Dibbayawan

Associate Dentist BDSc (Syd)

Tip migrated to Australia from Thailand in 1973 where she completed her Bachelor of Dental Science at the University of Sydney. Tip ran her own successful dental practice in suburban Sydney for a number of years, before relocating to Brisbane.

She joined the team at Robert Duhig Dental in 2002. As a highly experienced general Dentist, Tip has an outstanding reputation. She is committed to helping her patients maintain excellent oral health.

Tip is married and has a son and daughter who have both graduated from university. She loves all kinds of craft, especially making her own greeting cards.

Rena Delly

Dental Hygienist

With degrees in Oral Health and Psychology from the University of Queensland, Rena is committed to providing high quality, gentle care, whilst maintaining a relaxed, positive attitude. She loves to have a laugh and is great at creating rapport with children and adults alike.Whilst undertaking her degree in Hygiene and Therapy, Rena achieved the Oral Health Prize for Overall Excellence, as well as numerous commendations for high achievement [in both Oral Health and Psychology] and has published two papers in the industry.

She loves spending time with her family which mostly consists of chasing her small daughter around and around...

Lyn Downes

Oral Health Therapist

Lyn has a degree in Public Health and over 30 years experience in the dental field. Her background is in children’s dentistry. She has worked in the Public Sector, private practice and also as a clinical demonstrator to undergraduate students studying Oral Health.

Lyn’s focus is on preventive care. She keenly follows improvements in effective oral health techniques and products.

Her other interests include sport and fitness. She is married and has two sons in high school.

Shireen Smith

Dental Hygienist and Dental Therapist

Shireen graduated with a Bachelor of Oral Health from The University of Queensland. She was awarded numerous university prizes for her academic excellence, including the Dean’s Commendation for High Achievement two years in a row.

With an enthusiasm for continuing education, Shireen prides herself on educating her patients about good oral health. She especially enjoys treating children, and her gentle manner helps make visits fun and positive.

Outside of dentistry, Shireen enjoys swimming and regularly competes in open water races.