Meet the Team
Lab Manager and
Dental Technician 🇨🇳
George Li
A part of our lab family since 2019, George is passionate about all the aspects of a lab, from process to management.
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With long +10 years of experience, George has an amazing knowledge of both removable and fixed prosthetics, and also incredible staining techniques.
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He works non-stop to ensure our lab is working perfectly for our clients and team.
Operations Manager and
Digital Dental Technician 🇳🇿
Niamh Ward
Niamh started fresh over three years ago and has since mastered various materials and techniques, particularly in partials and metalwork. Recently, she’s been diving into the crown and bridge side of things, finding a new passion in staining, glazing and CAD.
With a strong drive to learn, Niamh has developed her skills under the guidance of talented mentors and a supportive team. Along with becoming Operations Manager, she continues to bring her artistic vision and attention to detail to all aspects of the lab’s work.
Digital Dental Technician 🇧🇷
Marjorie de Andrade
Part of the team since 2023, Marjorie has a passion for creating beautiful and functional dental restorations.
Before working in iDD Lab, she worked for several high-end labs, focusing on cosmetic cases, where she developed an eye for detail.
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Years of dedication and passion for learning have allowed her to become a Dental Cad Expert, with mastery in Exocad.
Clinical Dental Technician 🇮🇳 🇳🇿
Akruti Tataria
Akruti has over seven years of clinical experience treating fully and partially edentulous patients. She also takes on some challenging cases sent through to iDD Lab by our Dentist clients.
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She is the President of the New Zealand Institute of Dental Technicians and is highly recognised for consistency in clinical excellence and contributions to the New Zealand Dental Industry.
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Akruti cares deeply about oral health education and wishes to do her part in improving oral health standards globally.
Digital Dental Tech 🇵ðŸ‡
Mark C. Gutierrez
With over 11 years working as a dental technician, Mark has sharpened his skills over the past 4 years, specifically in crafting comfortable and functional dentures.
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He works incredibly hard and has spent the last year diving into the world of CAD/CAM with 3Shape to improve the quality of his work.
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Skilled in traditional and digital methods, Mark brings dentures to life from start to finish. His dedication to learning new techniques ensures they're always exceptional.
Clear Aligner Specialist 🇯🇴
Noor Alsayyed
Noor, our clear aligner master, brings over 5 years of experience to smile journeys! With his expertise, he can assist with various teeth misalignment issues like crowding, open bites, and deep bites.
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He is also an expert in 3D modelling and printing, the technology behind clear aligners. Using advanced software like Ortho Analyzer and Maestro, Noor is a Master designer at personalised aligner treatments.
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Plus, Noor is ISO 9001 certified, demonstrating his commitment to providing the highest quality care.
Digital Dental Tech 🇰🇷
Insu Kim
Insu, the master behind our surgical guides, brings his expertise and passion for dental technology all the way from Korea.
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After completing a 3-year dental technology program in Korea, Insu built his skills at Megagen Implant for 2 years. He then moved to New Zealand, where he has worked in digital dental laboratories for the past 3 years.
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Insu plays a key role in our team, planning most of our surgical guides. His favourite part of the job is the satisfaction of perfectly matching a patient’s tooth shade. His precision and dedication make him an essential part of our lab family.