our
family
Our team would like to welcome you to our family practice. We are a team of super passionate people who enjoy what we do. Scroll down to get to know us a little better.
get to know us a little better
Dr. Gabriel Pereira
In 2004, Dr Gabriel Pereira graduated at the University of the Witwatersrand and received the Prossa Prize for Clinical Removable Prosthodontics. In July 2011 he moved to Pretoria and started his own practice called The Family Dentist.
Dr. Natalie Watkins
Natalie graduated from Tuks, winning awards for top student in endodontics and removable prosthetics. She’s our go to gal for dermal fillers & Botox TM and is finalising her diploma in endodontics. She’s had a passion for dentistry from an early age and thoroughly enjoys working here at The Family Dentist.
Dr. Brenden van Niekerk
Brenden graduated from UP with several distinctions and received the Harry Goldin prize as the best student in Maxillofacial and Oral surgery. He is currently studying Medicine with the intention to specialise in MFOS. Brenden enjoys all outdoor activities and loves spending time with his pug, Pantouf.
Marita Townsend
Marita qualified as an Oral Hygienist from the University of Pretoria in 2003. She is an accommodating and tranquil person who enjoys spending time with her husband and two children.
Hariklia Kyriazis
Hariklia Is our practice manager, receptionist and part time dental assistant. She is an active person who loves building relationships with people is open minded, energized by challenges and can execute difficult tasks. For fun she enjoys taking part in Crossfit with her partner, cooking and living life to the fullest.
Kelsey Hilhorst
Kelsey is our dental assistant currently studying at The Tshwane University of Technology. She is a vibrant and optimistic person who finds satisfaction in creatively giving back.
Gayle Lindeque
Gayle is our receptionist and dental assistant. She is yet another friendly voice that you will hear when making your appointment. She enjoys reading, watching TV and being in the company of her family and friend's.
Alisa Niemand
Alisa is our part time receptionist and dental assistant. She's rather outdoorsy, likes being active and loves animals. She's passionate about building communities of good people, making epic meals, and finding fun in all she does.
Our company started in June 2011 by Dr. Gabriel Pereira, our family dentist. Coming from the largest privately owned dental practice in South Africa, Dr. Pereira was set on doing things a little differently. No longer would you, our patient, be just a surname on our list, but rather a new member of our greater family.
“Taking the Time to Care” is something that we take very seriously at our practice. We strive to treat the young and the young at heart with the care and patience that they deserve. Overcoming your fears and anxieties can be done in a calm and pleasant manner. We, at The Family Dentist, look forward to welcoming you to be part of our growing family.
