Meet Our Team

Dentist Brisbane

Dr John G Karydis

John completed a Bachelor of Dental Science Degree at the University of Queensland in 1990. In 1992 he established Carseldine Dental at Clock Corner with an emphasis on being a family dental practice. John has always been a strong advocate of preventative dental care in the community and has always offered his support to local school and sporting events. John has always kept abreast of the latest in dental advances over the years. John is married to Sam Karydis, who has been actively involved in the surgery since its establishment, and has two teenage sons. He enjoys playing golf and spending time with his sons.
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Dr Sam Cassaniti

Sam graduated as a dentist with honours from the University of Queensland in 2002, and soon after moved to Coffs Habour for a year to work in private practice. On returning to Brisbane, Sam joined John at carseldine dental and in 2007 became a partner in the practice. Sam has a particular interest in endodontics and crown and bridge dentistry. Sam is interested in continuing professional development with a keen eye on the latest techniques and materials. Sam is married with three young daughters, and enjoys indoor soccer and spending time with his young family.
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Dr Fay Callaghan

Fay graduated from the University of Newcastle upon Tyne in 2005 and worked all across the UK for 10 years before emigrating to Australia in 2015. She spent time in private practices in Sydney, Townsville and Cairns before making the move to Brisbane. She joined the Carseldine Dental team in late 2022 and is very much enjoying getting to know our patients. Fay is dedicated to ongoing professional development and improving the oral health of her patients. She has a particular interest in cosmetic dentistry and enabling patients to achieve the smile they’ve always wanted – all within as comfortable and relaxing an environemt as possible. Outside of dentistry, Fay’s young son keeps her very busy – but when the time allows, she enjoys horse riding, snowboarding and discovering new restaurants.
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Spiro G Karydis – Prosthetist

With over 20 years experience as a dental technician, in 2007 Spiro became qualified as a dental prosthetist. Spiro has a special interest in implant retained dentures, and is a member of the Australian Dental Prosthetists Association Queensland.