Meet our staff
Meet our team who will help make your dream smile possible.
Aimee
Treatment Coordinator
Aimee is passionate and caring and enjoys getting to know each patient on their orthodontic journey. She will guide you through the new patient process and beyond, helping you get started on the journey to the smile of your dreams.
Aimee has over 3 years experience in the dental industry as an assistant and gained her New Zealand certificate in dental assisting with the NZDA in 2022.
Additionally, Aimee is fluent in Spanish. In Aimee’s spare time, she is a budding performer, singing at live music gigs. She also enjoys yoga and mindfulness which is something she incorporates into her daily life.
Lu
Ortho Auxiliary
Lu has been a valued member of the ACO team since 2018, and her role has continued to evolve alongside the growth of the practice. Beginning her career as Dr Anning’s assistant, she quickly demonstrated a strong commitment to learning—earning her Certificate in Assisting before completing further training to become a registered Orthodontic Auxiliary in 2022.
With years of hands-on experience, Lu brings a high level of skill, precision, and confidence to her role. Her keen attention to detail and calm, patient-focused approach help ensure every individual receives exceptional care. She remains an integral part of the team, contributing to the high standards that ACO is known for.
Fluent in Mandarin, Lu is always happy to assist with translation to help patients feel comfortable and understood
Olivia
Receptionist
Olivia has over 30 years’ experience in the dental industry and is enjoying the varied role of ACO receptionist. She enjoys meeting and greeting patients and getting to know them as they progress through their smile journey.
Olivia’s friendly and helpful manner ensures a great experience at ACO from beginning to end.
Olivia is married with two daughters and does a couple of half-marathons during the year to keep active.
Sophia
Assistant
Sophia is a new member of the team and is currently working towards earning her New Zealand Dental Association certificate in assisting.
Sophia is focused on making patients feel at ease during their appointments and providing a calm environment for everyone. She supports the orthodontists in providing the best possible care and takes a lead role in providing oral hygiene and appliance instructions.
Outside of the practice you’ll find her walking on the beach, doing yoga or spending time with family and friends.
Sophie
Assistant
Sophie is new to the practice – she loves that her role as an assistant means she can enjoy being part of every patient’s smile journey up close and finds seeing the end results most rewarding.
Sophie has had braces herself so is always on hand to help our patients with clear and thoughtful advice and offer encouragement if needed.
Outside work, Sophie enjoys going to the gym, Op shopping, and eating out with friends.
Eve
Dental Assistant
Evelyn is a licensed nurse who graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in the Philippines in 2018. With five years of nursing experience, she is passionate about providing high-quality care and exceptional service to patients. Now working as a dental assistant, Evelyn continues to use her healthcare skills, compassion, and attention to detail to help people feel comfortable and well cared for. Evelyn believes that a friendly smile, genuine kindness, and professional service can make a lasting difference in someone's day.
When Eve is not working, she enjoy doing art crafts, hiking and some outdoor activities with friends!
lgee
Orthodontic Assistant
lgee is a Filipino from Australia with a genuine passion for healthcare and a heartfelt commitment to patients. She brings a warm and compassionate approach to every interaction, creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable, reassured, and genuinely excited about their appointments. With a focus on continuous growth within the dental field, she is currently studying the NZDA course and completing an Orthodontic Auxiliary course to further develop her skills and provide the best care.
Outside of work and study, Igee enjoys staying active at the gym, reading, gaming, journalling, and exploring creative outlets such as photography and video editing. Dedicated, driven, and always eager to grow, Igee balances professional development with personal passions.
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