Preventive care designed to protect your smile for the long term.
Oral Health Therapist at Waiata Shores Dental, focused on prevention, patient education, and helping you feel confident about caring for your teeth and gums every day.
Alisha Makanji
- Preventive oral health care
- Long-term maintenance support
- Tailored homecare routines
- Patient education and empowerment
Compassionate care with a strong focus on prevention and long-term oral health.
Alisha is a dedicated and compassionate Oral Health Therapist at Waiata Shores Dental, bringing a strong focus on prevention and ongoing care to each of her patients. She works closely with individuals to create tailored homecare routines that meet their unique needs and support better long-term oral health outcomes.
Helping patients build healthier habits and maintain confident smiles.
Preventive care
- Prevention-focused treatment
- Early intervention support
- Long-term oral health maintenance
- Personalised care for each patient
Practical support
- Tailored homecare routines
- Oral hygiene guidance
- Encouraging healthy habits
- Support every step of the way
Proactive, supportive and centred on long-term care.
Alisha believes that a proactive approach to oral care is key to maintaining a healthy smile for life. Her care is built around early intervention, practical support, and helping patients feel confident in the steps they can take to protect their teeth and gums over time.
Empowering patients through knowledge and effective daily habits.
Alisha is particularly passionate about educating patients and empowering them to take control of their oral health through knowledge, confidence, and effective practices. Her goal is to provide each patient with the tools they need to care for their smile at home in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.
What patients can expect
Supportive, thoughtful and prevention-focused.
Patients appreciate her caring approach, practical guidance, and the way she helps make oral health feel manageable and achievable.
Curious, outdoorsy and connected.
Outside of work, Alisha enjoys exploring the diverse and stunning landscapes of Aotearoa New Zealand.
Food, family and meaningful downtime.
She also loves experimenting with new foods and cherishing quality time with family and friends.
Looking for supportive preventive care and long-term oral health guidance?
Whether you want help improving your homecare routine, staying on top of maintenance, or taking a more proactive approach to your oral health, Alisha is here to support you.