Team

Born in Wales, Richard graduated from Sheffield University in the UK in 1995, thereafter receiving a scholarship at the prestigious Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. He immigrated to Australia in 2001 and established his dental practice in February 2006. Committed to his practice and to the dental profession, he completes numerous hours of continuing education each year, staying at the forefront of new dental products and treatments. In 2010, Richard completed a Master Clinician Program in Implant Dentistry at University of California, Los Angeles School of Dentistry and is currently studying for a certificate in Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry through British Academy Restorative Dentistry. Richard’s focus and passion is directed towards placing implants and a variety of surgical treatments such as the extraction of wisdom teeth.
When not at the practice, Richard spends quality time with his wife and three gorgeous teenagers, enjoying surfing, skiing, and the outdoor lifestyle.

Andrew graduated from Griffith University on the Gold Coast and joined Townsend Family Dental in 2017.
Andrew is very friendly and has a very calm chairside manner. He enjoys all aspects of dentistry and works with children of all ages. Andrew also frequently undertakes post graduate learning to keep up with the latest technology in dentistry.

When not at work, Andrew enjoys reading, travelling and swimming in the gorgeous beaches of Noosa.

Dr Christine is originally from Sydney, Christine has over 20 years’ experience in general dentistry across numerous states of Australia. She's currently completing a Masters in Oral Surgery at Griffith Uni on the Gold Coast and a Grad. Dip, in Implantology via the Australian College of Dental Practitioners in Sydney. So, Christine is the person to see for tooth extractions including complex wisdom teeth, and soon implants! Christine also has a degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, so brings an integrative and holistic perspective to her work. Outside of work, Christine is an enthusiastic cyclist, beach goer, foodie, and traveller. She's excited to embrace all that Noosa has to offer.

Vivienne is a registered dental hygienist and therapist who works closely with our dentists to attend to our patient’s oral health and hygiene. Vivienne has over 35 years’ experience. She has worked in general dental and specialist orthodontic practices, both privately and in government clinics. Vivienne believes we never stop learning or improving and she enjoys working with the latest technology and invests in keeping up to date with the very best treatment options. Vivienne has lived in the Noosa shire for over 22 years and enjoys the coastal lifestyle.