Ashleigh is a Specialist Paediatric Dentist with an interest in treating dental trauma, children with additional needs or complex medical backgrounds. Her optimistic, reassuring approach sees her patients grow in their dental confidence and pride.
Hi, I’m Dr Ashleigh Raikuna. I’m passionate about creating a calm and positive environment for children, watching them grow in confidence, and helping them feel proud as they achieve their dental goals.
I provide comprehensive paediatric dentistry and have a special focus on treating dental and facial injuries, as well as working with children who have additional needs or complex medical conditions.
My research has been published internationally and focuses on dental care for children with inherited bleeding disorders.
I graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery with Distinction from the University of Otago in New Zealand in 2017 and then worked at four major hospitals in Auckland as a dental and maxillofacial House Officer for two years.
It was during my time in my next role as a paediatric dental non-training registrar that I discovered my passion for this specialty. I then moved to Sydney to complete my specialist training in paediatric dentistry at the University of Sydney, through the Westmead Centre for Oral Health and Children’s Hospital Westmead.
Outside of the clinic, you’ll catch me in the local farmers markets, seeing live theatre and cheering on the Matildas.
Healthy habits start now. Download our free, expert-backed guide to protect your child’s smile – with tips on brushing, diet, and more.
