Meet our team
Meet the Dentists at Arete
Experienced clinicians dedicated to your care
Every dentist at Arete Dental Studio brings advanced training, ongoing education and a genuine commitment to patient outcomes.
Principal Dentist & Co-Founder
Dr Ava Rahemi
BEng, BOH DSc, MDent, Grad Dip (Aligners)Cosmetic & Smile Design
Dr Ava is the cosmetic lead at Arete Dental Studio. She has a particular passion for porcelain veneers, smile makeovers and Digital Smile Design — combining artistic vision with clinical precision to create natural, harmonious smile transformations.
With qualifications spanning engineering, oral health, dentistry and a Graduate Diploma in Aligners, Dr Ava brings a multidisciplinary perspective to treatment planning. She leads cosmetic consultations and is dedicated to helping patients feel confident about their smiles.
Dr Ava also provides professional whitening, composite bonding, non-prep veneers and clear aligner therapy.
Principal Dentist & Co-Founder
Dr Rhys Dawson
BEng, BOH DSc, MDent, Grad Dip Dento-facial Orthodontics (London)General, Orthodontic & Cosmetic
Dr Rhys combines a strong foundation in general and restorative dentistry with advanced orthodontic training from the London Dental School. He leads the practice's orthodontic and general dentistry services, managing everything from complex braces cases to root canal therapy and biomimetic restorations.
His Graduate Diploma in Dento-facial Orthodontics provides advanced training and a clinical focus on treating complex bite and alignment issues. Dr Rhys is also the primary clinician for general check-ups, fillings, crowns and bridges, wisdom teeth removal and emergency dental care.
Dr Rhys takes a conservative, evidence-based approach — always recommending the least invasive treatment that achieves the best long-term outcome.
Implant & Oral Surgery Dentist
Dr Michael Cho
BDSc, MDentImplants & Oral Surgery
Dr Michael brings advanced expertise and a clinical focus on dental implant placement and oral surgery. He attends Arete Dental Studio on a monthly basis, working closely with the principal dentists to plan and execute implant cases with 3D-guided precision.
His focused practice in implants and surgery means patients benefit from a clinician who performs these procedures regularly, with the support and continuity of the Arete team for all pre-operative planning and post-operative care.
Dr Michael is available for complimentary implant suitability consultations — a 15-minute one-on-one assessment to discuss your options.
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How we work
Our Approach to Patient Care
Listen First
We take the time to understand your concerns, goals and preferences before recommending any treatment. Your input guides every decision.
Conservative Options
We always present the most conservative treatment option first. We explain alternatives, costs and what happens if you choose to wait.
Ongoing Relationship
We value long-term patient relationships over one-off treatments. Regular reviews, preventative care and open communication are central to how we practise.
Smile Consultation
We invite you to a complimentary in-clinic Smile Consultation. This exclusive opportunity allows you to speak directly with a doctor and receive a brief examination to broadly discuss price ranges and suitability for treatments.
Please note that this session explores broad possibilities rather than providing a detailed treatment plan. Spaces are limited each week.
Visit Arete Dental Studio
Meet our team at 2A, 111 Racecourse Road, Ascot QLD 4007. Free street parking available.
Get in Touch
Arete Dental Studio
2A, 111 Racecourse Road, Ascot QLD 4007
Phone: 07 3733 3233
Monday - Saturday: 8:30am - 5:00pm