Coastal Dental Care Tweed

About Us

Available Treatments

Our treatments include:

• General dentistry
• Teeth whitening
• Veneers
• Crown and bridges
• Children’s dentistry
• Cosmetic dentistry
• Emergency Dentistry

Meet the Team

Dr Vanessa Schneider

Dr Vanessa Schneider was born and educated in Brazil and now shares her passion for dentistry with our patients at Coastal Dental Care Tweed. She brings not only years of experience but also a high level of care and dedication for everyone in her dental chair.

Vanessa completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Dental Surgery at the Lutheran University of Brazil in 1999. However, Vanessa wanted to further qualify and became a Specialist in Brazil in Endodontics in 2007 at the Federal University of Santa Catarina. She also completed a post-graduation course in Paedodontics in 2001 at the Brazilian Dental Association.

Since she was a child, she knew that dentistry would be her passion for life, likely because every visit was like playing in a fun and friendly environment. After owning a dental practice in Brazil, Vanessa decided to call Australia home and moved with her husband and children in 2011.

As well as working in private practices, she was hired as a supervisor and tutor at Griffith University Dental School.

Vanessa loves to spend time with her husband and two children and her favourite activity in her spare time is surfing.

Dr Ishita Mehrotra

Dr Ishita Mehrotra is a caring and approachable dentist who can look after your general dental needs. She joined our team at Coastal Dental Care Tweed to continue pursuing her love of dentistry.

Ishita is a Sydney local who graduated from a Bachelor of Science (Advanced Mathematics) in 2012 before continuing her education to become a Doctor of Dental Medicine in 2016 at the University of Sydney. Since then, she has worked with NSW Health at The Tweed Hospital as well as Pottsville HealthOne Dental Clinic.

Ishita has a passion for creating a pleasant and comfortable environment for all her patients. She describes it as most rewarding when her patients feel at ease while getting dental treatment. While working, Ishita aims to achieve the best possible outcome for your oral health.

Ishita chose to work in dentistry as she has always enjoyed working with her hands and interacting with people. She likes that every patient is different with different oral health needs and she enjoys tailoring treatment to each patient individually. Ishita is interested in paediatric dentistry and loves caring for children.

In her spare time, Ishita likes exploring new cafes in the area, hiking in the national parks, fitness classes and baking. She loves spending time with her family and friends and is a keen traveller.

Dr Claire Lucena

Dr Claire Lucena is a dentist with special interest in family dentistry and working with anxious patients.

Claire grew up in northern NSW, studied in Victoria and has now joined the Coastal Dental Care team. She enjoys being able to care for her patients whilst also being close to her family.

Dr Lucena studied at LaTrobe University in Bendigo, receiving her Bachelor degree of Health Science in Dentistry and her Masters of Dentistry. She previously worked in rural dental hospitals in Victoria.

Claire’s favourite part of working in dentistry include connecting with people and helping patients achieve happy healthy smiles. Her friendly and calm nature helps her treat children and anxious patients.

When she is not working, Claire enjoys great food, coffee and cocktails along with painting, baking and movies.

Health Funds

Coastal Dental Care Tweed is a preferred provider for the following health funds: