Our team has decades of experience in providing the best care for patients – not only taking care of their smiles, but also taking care of them as people.
Feeling nervous about your trip to a new dental surgery is natural. Our kind and friendly team prioritises patient comfort and listening to concerns.
We welcome you to discover a little more about us by reading below. We can’t wait to meet you in person and help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile.
Arthur Street Dental 2024
Justin Ward, BDSc, MClinDENT
Dentist
Dr Justin Ward is a General Dentist and Principal at Arthur Street Dental since 2009. Born in Queensland, Dr Ward spent his final education years in Brisbane, before moving to Coffs Harbour in 2004.
Dr Ward graduated in 2003 from the University of Queensland. Since graduating, he has continued to study to develop a broad range of knowledge in all areas of dentistry.
Dr Ward has completed courses and programs of General and Cosmetic Dental Excellence, a progressive orthodontic training program and has completed the primary examinations with the prestigious Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons.
Dr Ward also graduated with Masters in Clinical Dentistry in Implant Dentistry from the Griffith University in 2013.
Dr Ward’s spends his spare time with his wife and two children. He loves the ocean and anything to do with it. He is a keen freediver and fisherman. Dr Ward owns a boat and spends a lot of time diving and fishing in the Solitary Islands Marine Park.
'I love making people feel comfortable in the dental practice, transforming anxious patients, scared of coming to the dentist, into happy, long-term, regular patients.
I love being able to form long-term relationships with my patients and seeing people's confidence grow when we restore their smiles.'
Justin is an accredited member of:
- The Australian Society of Implant Dentistry
- The International Congress of Oral Implantologists
- ITI International Team for Implantology
Eric Jun, BDSc, MDent
Dentist
Dr Eric Jun is a passionate and caring dentist who graduated from Griffith University. With a year of experience in the field, Dr Jun recently joined our practice, bringing with him a fresh and enthusiastic approach to dental care in Coffs Harbour. His primary responsibilities include effectively communicating with both patients and team members to ensure the delivery of outstanding care in a relaxed and comfortable environment.
Dr Jun's favourite aspect of his profession is the opportunity it provides to meet a diverse range of people and hear their unique stories. He is dedicated to transforming the way people perceive dental visits, showing them that these experiences can be stress-free and positive.
What Dr Jun loves most about his job is the blend of art and science involved, along with the chance to positively impact people's lives on a daily basis. His decision to enter the dental field was driven by a desire to work closely with people, be hands-on in his daily tasks, and enhance individuals' smiles and self-confidence.
In his spare time, Dr Jun enjoys playing golf, visiting the beach, and hiking around the beautiful Coffs Coast. He is also a watch enthusiast who loves to unwind by building LEGO sets. A unique fact about Dr Jun is that he is bilingual, fluently speaking both Korean and English, which allows him to connect with a broader community.
Kellie Langdon
Hygienist
Our hygienist, Kellie, is originally from the Tweed Coast and attended Newcastle University to earn her Bachelor of Oral Health degree.
Kellie has 13 years of experience in dentistry. During this time, she has gained vast experience and developed a strong passion for oral health.
Kellie joined the Arthur Street Dental team in January 2011 when she relocated to Coffs Harbour from Sydney.
As an oral health professional, Kellie instills in her patient a sense of purpose and works together with them to achieve and maintaining their optimum level of oral health. Kellie will tailor preventative treatment accordingly, thereby making use of her eye for detail and her gentle touch. She also is great with kids and those patients who find it difficult to overcome their dental fears.
'I enjoy being part of the Coffs community and building relationships with patients. This is one of the most rewarding attributes of my job.'
When Kellie is away from the clinic, you will often find her kayaking with her husband off the beautiful Coffs coast or walking her dog on the beach.
'A healthy mouth is like a well-built house: it all starts with good foundations.'
Looking back in time
Briony Buckley
Oral Health Therapist
Briony is an oral health therapist who has been with Arthur Street Dental since 2024. She studied at the University of New Castle and graduated in 2020.
She is a fun person who loves making her patients feel cared for and looked after. The best part of her job is teaching her patients natural oral care tips they can use at home and helping young children feel more confident in their smiles.
Briony had a negative experience at the dentist during childhood, which prompted her to pursue a career in dentistry. Her goal is to make dental care enjoyable and not frightening for patients.
When she is not at work, Briony enjoys scouting out new walking trails and coffee shops in and around Coffs Harbour. She also loves taking hikes, drinking coffee, and spending time with her child.
Briony Fun Fact: Her first job was scooping gelato at an ice cream shop on the jetty in Coffs Harbour. “It was delicious,” she says.
Jaspreet Singh
Oral Health Therapist
Jaspreet Singh studied at the University of Newcastle, where she graduated with a degree in oral health therapy in 2022. Before that, Jaspreet earned a Bachelor of Biomedical Science at the University of New England and worked as a dental assistant. She joined our team in 2025.
Her primary role as an oral health therapist is providing preventive care to our valued patients, treating tooth decay and managing early gum disease. Jaspreet also enjoys educating our patients to ensure they achieve healthy smiles. When not seeing patients, she collaborates with practitioners and dental nurses to assist with patient care.
The best part of her job is witnessing our patients making positive changes to improve their oral health and confidence. She also loves working with her supportive team.
‘My position allows me to have a meaningful impact on people’s lives through educating and providing quality, preventive oral health care that is unique to each patient,’ says Jaspreet.
She also has a special passion for working with children to maintain their oral health and make dental visits enjoyable.
Jaspreet was drawn to oral health therapy because it allowed her to educate, empower and support others. She is passionate about ensuring the patients in our Coffs Harbour dental clinic feel comfortable, cared for and understood in a positive and empathetic environment.
When she is not seeing patients, Jaspreet spends her time running, going to the beach, practising yoga and Pilates, reading and baking.
Fun facts about her: Jaspreet won a cooking competition and is fluent in English and Punjabi.
Rebecca Watson
Practice Manager
Bec grew up in Coffs Harbour and has been a part of the team at ASD for 8 years. Bec is a qualified Dental Assistant with a certificate in Dental Radiography. In her spare time, Bec loves to shop and spend time with her family and friends, especially her niece Millie and is eagerly awaiting the arrival of her new niece or nephew due in December.
Karen
Dental Assistant
Kaz has been with ASD for 11yrs. She started her Dental career a few years before coming to us, when she worked for an Orthodontist. Kaz has 4 grown-up kids and now has 2 beautiful granddaughters she spoils rotten.
Isabelle
Dental Assistant
Issy grew up north of Coffs Harbour and loves the lifestyle the area has to offer. She enjoys music festivals, hanging out with mates and going to the beach or local swimming holes. Issy has gained her Certificate III in Dental Assisting and is enrolled to start her Cert. IV in Dental Radiography in 2023.
