Why did you become a dentist?

“I get asked this question so often! I always laugh, because it’s not odd for me at all. I really love dentistry. I love giving people confidence to smile. I love helping someone in pain and I absolutely love the way art and science meets in creating beautiful and functional teeth. I know it might be weird for some, but for me it’s a perfect fit. This is not an occupation for me, it is my passion.”

Dr Caitlin grew up in Pretoria and studied dentistry at the University of Pretoria. Dr Caitlin is dedicated to creating lasting smiles using a restorative approach to dentistry that is minimally invasive and maximally conservative. Dr Caitlin has completed many courses in dentistry nationally and completed a postgraduate diploma in endodontics (root canals). Continuous growth is very important to her, including being part of a dental family where she can share knowledge and learn from others.

She loves what she does and believes her passion is visible to those that she helps.

Karlien fell in love with dental assisting by accident. She sent her CV in for a receptionist position, got the job and received training as a dental assistant as well.

She is incredibly organized and her passion has always been administrative work, especially when it involves working with people. Karlien has found a new passion in the dental healthcare industry and attends various courses to increase her knowledge of best practice as a dental assistant.

“I am very fascinated by the type of dentistry Dr Caitlin does, and I learn a lot from her every day. Working with the kiddies is my favorite as I feel that I can relate to them as I have a little girl of my own.

Smile Inc is my second home.”

Karlien is an incredibly valuable member of the team and is never afraid to go above and beyond to help those around her.