Meet Our Experienced and Caring Dental Team
Team Amber began its legacy in 2010 with a vision to establish a unique practice that combines advanced technology with personalised care and attention. Amber Dental continuously updates its practice and skills to deliver the best possible care to patients.
Dr. Zoon Kang, who has been part of Amber Dental since 2016, has now taken on the role of principal dentist. During his time in Gisborne, he played a vital role in our emergency dental response team and has served in the hospital treating children and adults with special needs under general anaesthesia, as well as in the community clinic Hapu Mama programme. Zoon is committed to his patients and is known for his hard work and thorough professional approach. He brings a wealth of experience across a wide range of dental procedures, having obtained his BDS from the University of Otago and pursued continuing education in dental implants, restorative dentistry, and digital dentistry. Additionally, he is Level 6 certified by the New Zealand Resuscitation Council, ensuring the highest standards of patient care for intravenous sedation.
Anne Hu is the practice manager of Amber Dental and practices clinically as an oral health therapist. She holds a Master of Health Science and a Bachelor of Oral Health. Before entering the private practice sector, Anne started her career at the District Health Board, becoming one of the youngest service managers in the country and attending national conferences. In 2018, she was nominated for the Oral Health Therapist of the Year Award.
Zoon and Anne firmly believe in the importance of regular examinations and maintenance care for optimal oral health. Their ‘do it right the first time’ approach ensures that the cost of care remains the lowest in the long run and reduces the need for rework. They attribute their success to the exceptional team that supports them in bringing their vision to life every day. Together, they create a dental experience at Amber Dental that is focused on delivering top-notch care, personalised attention, and a strong commitment to the community they serve.
Meet Our Clinicians
Zoon Kang
Principal Dentist
Dr. Zoon Kang is a highly skilled dentist with a passion for implants, crowns, and bridges. Graduating from the University of Otago, Dr. Zoon has been serving the Gisborne community since 2016.
Peter Noh
Associate Dentist
Dr. Peter Noh is a talented dentist with a special interest in oral surgery and cosmetic dentistry. Graduating from the University of Otago, Dr. Peter brings passion for transforming smiles and improving
Rachel Lim
Associate Dentist
Dr. Rachel Lim completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago and joined Amber Dental immediately after. She is pursuing continuing dental education in multiple aspects of general
Jo Ngo
Associate Dentist
Dr. Jo grew up in Singapore and completed her Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the National University of Singapore. Dr. Jo received her specialist degree (special needs dentistry) at the University of Otago.
Abdul Ahmadi
Associate Dentist
Dr. Abdul Ahmadi completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Otago. He has a special interest in digital dentistry and restorative dentistry.
Anne Hu
Oral Health Therapist
Anne is an experienced oral health therapist with a special interest in adolescent dental and oral health care as well as orthodontic auxiliary procedures. Anne graduated from the University of Otago
Yong Lin
Oral Health Therapist
Yong is a skilled clinician with a passion for oral health. Graduating from Otago University with Bachelor of Oral Health, Yong has been providing top-quality dental hygiene services through the Guided
Rahul Salian
Visiting Dentist
Dr. Rahul Salian is a general dentist with a special interest in orthodontics. He completed his Bachelor of Dental Surgery at the A.B. Shetty Memorial Institute of Dental Sciences in India.
Nigel Tan
Visiting Oral Surgeon
Dr. Nigel Tan is a highly skilled oral surgeon specialist who obtained his Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Otago. His passion for oral surgery led him to pursue further education at the University of Otago,
A Team Dedicated to Your Oral Health, Now & For the Future
At Amber Dental, our team combines a wealth of experience across all areas of dentistry with a genuine focus on your comfort, safety, and long-term oral health. We are passionate about preventative dental care, using state-of-the-art technology and the latest methods to make your visits as efficient, comfortable, and pain-free as possible.
We understand that many people feel anxious about dental visits, which is why our dedicated and compassionate team takes every step to ensure your experience is relaxed and reassuring. By creating a positive environment and using modern techniques, we help you feel confident returning regularly so we can work together to prevent small issues from becoming bigger problems.
Looking for complete dental solutions?
Call Amber Dental in Gisborne on 06 929 1614.
