Dr Rosa Najafi – Principal Dentist

Rose Dental principal dentist and owner Dr Rosa Najafi is the driving force behind our concept of dentistry with a heart.

Dr Rosa graduated in 2005 with honours and achieved a Doctor of Dental Surgery. She is actively involved in continuing professional development to ensure that her skills and knowledge stay at the forefront of clinical dentistry. She is proficient in all aspects of delivering dental care with a special interest in restorative and cosmetic dentistry.

Dr Rosa’s aim is to build a lasting relationship with every patient she treats. She prides herself on being thorough and ensuring that her patients are always comfortable. Her gentle and caring nature makes her particularly good with anxious patients and children.

“The most rewarding part of my career is when an anxious patient who has been neglecting their oral health due to dental fear, feel comfortable, happy and relax after their dental treatment with me.”

Outside of work, Rosa is a proud mother of a lovely toddler boy who keeps her busy. She is also passionate about oil colour painting and portraits and loves swimming and distance walking. She enjoys using her creative side to explore different aspects in her life and believes it’s never too late to interact, learn and enjoy new skills.

Rosa is also able to communicate with patients in Persian.

Dr Zeb Laqekoro– Dentist

Zeb graduated from the University of Otago in New Zealand in 2017 and has been dedicated to delivering exceptional dental care ever since. His passion for dentistry is reflected in his special interest in oral surgery, particularly implant placement and wisdom teeth extractions. Committed to continual growth, Zeb is always expanding his skills and knowledge to offer comprehensive, modern dental solutions for his patients.

What matters most to Zeb is ensuring every patient feels comfortable, well-informed, and confident in their care. His goal is to provide high-quality, gentle, and pain-free dentistry in a supportive environment.

Outside the clinic, Zeb leads a vibrant and active lifestyle. He’s an avid rugby player, enjoys volleyball, and loves spending time on the golf course with his mates. He also finds joy in hiking and attending live music concerts whenever he gets the chance.

Dr Negin Ostadian

Negin is a caring and attentive dentist who completed the Australian Dental Council (ADC) examinations after moving to Australia to pursue her passion for dentistry. She has a special interest in cosmetic and preventive dentistry, and enjoys helping patients feel confident in their smiles through precise, personalised, and evidence-based care.

Negin is known for her gentle approach and her ability to make patients—especially children—feel at ease. She loves educating families about simple habits that support lifelong oral health and takes pride in creating a calm, reassuring environment for every patient.

Away from the clinic, Negin enjoys spending time with her family and friends and maintaining a balanced lifestyle that reflects her warm and positive personality.

Dr Natalie Lee

Nathalie graduated from the University of Leeds in 2011 in the UK and has since gained extensive experience across the NHS, hospital settings, and private dental practices. She is a Member of the Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF) and completed the Graduate Diploma in Sedation and Pain Control at the University of Sydney in 2016.

Nathalie currently works at Westmead Dental Hospital, providing sedation services for a diverse patient group, including individuals with special needs. She has also been working with Rose Dental for the past few years, supporting our team with more complex treatments for patients with dental anxiety. Known for her caring personality, she helps anxious patients feel confident and comfortable before and after treatment.

Alongside her clinical work, Nathalie is actively involved in education. She delivers medical emergency training to dentists and dental teams and is part of the teaching faculty for the Graduate Diploma in Sedation and Pain Control at the University of Sydney.

Dr Arash Nikgoo (Alex)

Dr Nikgoo began practising dentistry in 2000. He has dedicated his career to helping patients who experience anxiety and stress at dental clinics.

As an accredited member of the Australian Society of Implant Dentistry, and an active editorial board member for an online dental journal (has published 5 articles in well known and prestiges journals).

Dr Nikgoo is a strong advocate for ongoing dental education and promotion of best practices in the industry. He currently holds a Doctor of Dental Surgery, Graduate Diploma of Dental Implantolgy (CSU)) and the International Congress of Oral Implantologists Mastership.