About — Blakehurst Dental

Our Team

More than anything, we love dentistry. We really love it. We think and talk teeth; we read dental journals in the evenings; we take dental courses on the weekends; we are excited about the release of new dental technologies. For us, dentistry is a privilege.

It is this drive and commitment to excellence that means you as a patient, will always have access to the most up-to-date evidence-based treatments utilising the newest technologies and premium products.

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OUR DENTISTS

Dr. Emma Walsh

With her genuine caring nature and exceptional clinical ability, Dr. Emma truly believes that going to the dentist should not be something you fear.

Dr. Emma has worked in both public and private sectors as well as engaging in philanthropic work overseas. Emma graduated with distinction at the top of her dental cohort. She was awarded multiple awards for academic and clinical excellence, including the Henry Shein Halas award for clinical excellence, the Deans award for academic excellence, the ADA NSW Branch award for the highest academic and clinical achievement, and The Australian Society of Endodontology (NSW) Prize for Excellence in Endodontics (root canal therapy).

Dr Emma is committed to life-long learning, having completed her Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons Primary examinations in her path to become a fellow of the Royal Australasian college of Dental surgeons as well as ongoing continued education courses. Dr Emma offers comprehensive experience in all areas of dentistry, with a particular interest in restorative and smile enhancements, utilising digital techniques as well as root canal therapy.

Dr Emma understands the dental environment is no one’s favourite; however, she will make you feel as relaxed as possible, walking you through each step with confidence. It is not uncommon for many of her patients to fall asleep during treatment.

Dr. Martin Pratt

Offering a wealth of knowledge and experience, Dr. Martin Pratt has been working at Blakehurst Dental since 1983. He is loved and adored by all of his patients and has been an exceptional addition to the Blakehurst community over the past 40 years.

Dr. Martin has a special interest in cosmetic and implant dentistry working with some of Sydney’s most renowned specialists to achieve exceptional results for his patients. He continues to utilise the most up-to-date dental techniques and brings his extensive expertise to Blakehurst Dental.

Dr. Jessica Powell

Dr Jess been working with the Blakehurst Dental Team for the past 2 years after moving from the Sunshine Coast, where she worked following her graduation from Charles Sturt University in 2015. Jess has a caring and gentle manner, making any trip to the dentist a pleasant one. Jess is highly competent in all aspects of general dentistry but she is particularly passionate about orthodontics, or teeth straightening. For Jess, treating patients with dental anxiety is one of her specialties and something she has a real knack for.

Dr. Harriette Slatyer

With a soft touch, engaging personality and attention to detail, Dr. Harriette Slatyer prides herself in establishing a natural rapport with her patients and has been a welcome addition to Blakehurst Dental over the past 3 years.

Dr Harriette is Queen of the Kids, working with one of Sydney’s most renowned paediatric specialists she is abreast of all things related to children’s dentistry. In addition to this, her patient centred approach means that Harriette will spend the time to ensure the best outcome for all of her patients.