Meet Our Dentists

Dr Lakh Sangha

Dr Lakh Sangha was born and raised in Brisbane and went to school at Saint Laurence’s in South Brisbane. He later obtained a degree in Biosciences at QUT and continued onto dentistry, graduating from the University of Queensland in 2008. Dr Lakh has worked in a variety of locations and dental practices including some time spent in Cairns, where he was placed in rural locations including the Royal Flying Doctors Service. He eventually returned to his home town of Brisbane and has worked within the Ipswich community ever since. He has earned a reputation for his friendly and gentle demeanor, and those who get to really know him will discover he has quite a sense of humour and a vast inventory of dad jokes.

Dr Lakh’s professional dental interests include general dentistry, root canal treatment, crown and bridge placement and the surgical placement of dental implants.

In his spare time he enjoys spending time with his two boys, reading, staying active at the gym and playing tennis and squash with friends.

Dr Lakh Sangha is an active member of the dental community and a member of:

• Australian Dental Association
• ADA Queensland

Continuing education highlights include:

• Graduate of the 2 year Orthodontic mini-residency (EODO) for the general dental practitioner
• MIS advanced implantology course

Dr Quinn Vu

Dr Quinn Vu, Brisbane-born and bred, studied dentistry and obtained her degree from the University of Queensland in 2008. Dr Quinn has established a reputation for friendly, gentle and high-quality dentistry. Having worked mainly in the Ipswich and surrounding areas for 10 years, many of her loyal patients have become almost like family to her and she especially loves seeing her younger patients through their various milestones, big or small.

Her commitment to providing her patients with the highest quality of care means she spends a lot of her time outside of work attending courses and seminars to keep up to date with the newest advancements and latest technologies. Dr Quinn’s special interests are cosmetic dentistry, children’s dentistry, restoring implants and orthodontics. She is a graduate of the 2-year mini-residency in orthodontics for the general practitioner. She also provides treatment under general anaesthetic for phobic and very young patients.

When she is not practicing, Dr Quinn is chasing after two boys, loves baking and spending time catching up with friends.

Dr Shiromani Singh

Shiromani was born and raised in Brisbane. She studied at Pullenvale Primary School and Brisbane Girls Grammar before graduating as a dentist from the University of Queensland.  She gained experience exploring and working in public health clinics in Tasmania and the Sunshine Coast before returning home to join Redbank Plains Dental.

Clinically, Shiromani is interested in general dentistry and particularly enjoys working with children. Shiromani is known for her understanding and compassionate nature, and for looking at oral health from the patient’s perspective. At school she was a Duke of Edinburgh award recipient and was awarded the Best All-Rounder. She brings this same holistic balanced approach to her work and to our practice.

Shiromani also has a passion for photography, film-making and reading. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with her large extended family and playing touch football with friends.

Dr Lisa Lerch

Dr Lisa Lerch grew up in Brisbane and originally discovered her passion for dentistry working as a dental assistant after high school. She then went on to study dental hygiene at UQ, graduating at the top of her class. Wanting to learn as much as she could about all aspects of dentistry, she went on to complete a Bachelor of Dental Science at Griffith University on the sunny Gold Coast with a Dean’s Commendation of High Achievement, while working as a hygienist in several Brisbane-based practices.

Although Dr Lisa enjoys all aspects of dentistry, she has a special interest in children’s dentistry, crown and bridge work and root canal treatment. She is a kind, attentive and thorough practitioner who aims to make every dental visit a pleasant experience.

Outside of work, Dr Lisa is an avid horse rider and animal lover and can often be found with her horse Milo, out trying new foods or watching TV shows. Being born in Germany, she also speaks fluent German.

Dr Alyssa Vu

Dr Alyssa Vu who prefers to be known as Ly (Lee) has had a long spanning career in the dental field. Ly began her career in 2008 managing Dr Lakh’s clinics, assisting the dental team, and eventually worked as an Oral Hygienist. She originally graduated as an Oral Health Therapist and Hygienist in 2009 from the University of Queensland. wanting to broaden her scope of practice, she returned to university to study Dentistry and graduated from Griffith University. Ly appreciates all aspects of clinical dentistry and has a particular interest in Paediatric dentistry, aesthetics, crown and bridge, and surgical dentistry. Ly takes pride in her clinical work and ensures that her patients are receiving the highest level of care.

Having worked as the clinic Practice Manager for 6 years, Ly values and understands the patients’ expectations and the varying emotions patients go through. Additionally, she has trained our auxillary team to manage and provide the best services for the community.

When she’s not looking after teeth, Ly likes to spend time with her nephews, dogs and snowboard to the snowy parts of the world. On a quiet night she likes to gather her family to play one of the games in her extensive board game collection.

Dr Sharleen Smith

Sharleen was born and raised in Brisbane and attended high school at Queensland Academy for Science, Mathematics and Technology, before graduating from Griffith University on the Gold Coast. Sharleen has a kind and caring nature about her and aims to have patients leaving with a smile on their face.

Sharleen enjoys all aspects of general dentistry with a special interest in preventative, and restorative dentistry, as well as managing anxious patients. Sharleen understands a visit to the dentist is often a daunting and personal experience and aims to work with her patients to restore confidence in a healthy, beautiful smile.

Outside of work Sharleen loves spending time with her family, dogs, and reading a good book at home. Sharleen also enjoys getting out and about to explore what the city has to offer and staying active with various sports and activities.

Dr Kanako Solomon

Dr Kanako Solomon graduated from a Bachelor of Dental Science degree at the University of Queensland with Honours in 2006. Prior to her Dental degree, Kanako completed a Bachelor of Medical Science at the University of NSW.

Kanako is passionate about helping her patients achieve healthy and beautiful smiles and finds this the most rewarding aspect of dentistry. She has a strong focus on a preventative treatment philosophy to help patients achieve optimal long-term dental health.

Kanako has a particular interest and training in cosmetic dentistry and orthodontics, including Invisalign. Kanako strives to ensure that her patients feel comfortable and relaxed during their appointments.

When Kanako is not working she enjoys quality time with her husband and their two little boys. Kanako loves cooking, yoga and travelling with her family.