ABOUT SUPERIOR smiles

With a gentle touch and a holistic approach, Dr. Rani Gopal leads our practice with a commitment to pain-free dentistry. Her journey into the dental field was inspired by her own experiences as a child, where orthodontic treatment left a lasting, positive impression. This personal connection to her profession drives Dr. Rani to create a dental experience that is comfortable, caring, and tailored to each patient’s needs. Dr. Rani earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery in 2005,  followed by a postgraduate diploma in Public Health and Business Management from the University of Western Sydney in 2008. Her extensive experience spans practices across Australia, from Sydney to Victoria, before she found her home in Perth. With over a decade of local experience, Dr. Rani combines advanced dental techniques with a patient-centric approach, ensuring each visit is as pleasant as it is effective.

Always on the cutting edge of dental advancements, Dr. Rani regularly updates her skills with courses in Inman Aligner, ProTaper Endodontics, and Snap-On Smile. She’s particularly skilled at working with patients who experience dental anxiety, offering options like intravenous sedation, oral anxiolysis, or nitrous oxide to ensure a stress-free experience.

Outside the clinic, Dr. Rani is an avid reader, enjoys nature walks, and has a competitive streak in chess—a game she excelled at in school. She also practices yoga, which helps her maintain a calm and focused approach to both her personal and professional life.

I have been practicing as a Dental Therapist for 32 years in general private practices around Perth. For the past 10 years I have enjoyed working within my local community of Fremantle. I value the connections & patient centric dental care I am able to provide within my local community. I find being able to turn a sometimes challenging and unpleasant experience at the dentist into an encouraging, positive experience most rewarding.

I am passionate about “Prevention being better than the cure” With extensive clinical experience and a gentle, reassuring & encouraging approach, I really enjoy being able to restore patient’s periodontal oral health to help them maintain their teeth for the duration of their life-time.

Outside of work I am a Millinery Textile Artist exhibiting locally at various Art Spaces in and around Perth. A long-standing joy of singing & playing music has lead to performing at Festivals & Perth venues over the years. When I’m not working, I hope I’m out paddle boarding with my dog.

Cherie Rayner is an experienced dental hygienist with 20 years in the field, working across various specialties, including orthodontics, pediatrics, and periodontics. She holds a Certificate IV in Dental Nursing and an Associate Degree in Dental Hygiene from Curtin University of Technology. Her commitment to ongoing education ensures she stays up to date with advancements in dental care.

For the past eight years, Cherie has worked in a specialist periodontal practice, bringing a thorough yet gentle approach to patient care. She is particularly passionate about orthodontics and periodontics, striving to provide patients with the highest level of care and knowledge.

Outside of work, Cherie enjoys spending time outdoors with her children, exploring local beaches, bushwalking, and cooking. Though she once dreamed of becoming a ballerina at age five, she has found her true passion in helping patients achieve optimal oral health.

Aileen Villanueva began her dental career as a dental nurse, working for seven years before pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Oral Health Therapy at Curtin University. After graduating in 2021, she transitioned into her role as an Oral Health Therapist, gaining experience in both orthodontic and general dental practice. She has spent the past four years working in a specialist orthodontic practice, where she finds great fulfillment in helping patients achieve proper teeth alignment and improved function. Seeing the transformation of their smiles and the boost in their confidence is one of the most rewarding aspects of her work.

Outside of dentistry, Aileen enjoys walking in nature to relax and reconnect with the outdoors. She also has a passion for hands-on creative hobbies, including sewing, gardening, cooking, and baking.