About Us
Welcome to St. Peter’s Dental Clinic, a clinic where we prioritise providing quality care for our patients in a safe and comfortable environment. With effective and compassionate care at the core of our procedures, we make sure that every patient gets undivided attention and personalised treatment plans.
Our team is led by Dr Jane Boroky, an experienced dentist with a long history of giving back to her community. Building on previous work in the public sector, country service and a love of teaching, her current projects include supervising placements for final year dental students, and volunteer dental care for patients in Vanuatu. She created this practice with the goal of bringing together a team that cares for their patients as much as she does.
Our clinicians include Dr Thadsha Kirushanthan, Dr Daiva Fuller and Dr Kong Yen, dentists with a wealth of experience in private practice as well as our oral health therapist Ronan, and hygienist Sumbal who will work with you to reach your best dental health. Our skilled dental assistants – Debra, Dat, Somaya and Aaya – are here to look after you and support the smooth running of the practice.
What sets us apart is our genuine compassion for our patients; we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where your comfort and satisfaction are our top priorities. With our diverse demographic, we are able to cater to all patients.
Our team are fluent in a variety of languages including German, Persian, Dari, Japanese, Punjabi, Urdu, Sinhalese, Tamil, Tagalog, Mongolian and basic Vietnamese – what a diversity! Together we work diligently to provide exceptional dental care that reflects our commitment to your oral health and overall wellbeing – also helping those who are anxious about seeking dental help be comfortable with the process as they receive the care they deserve.
Our Services
We offer a wide range of dental services to cater both to your essential and cosmetic dental needs.
At St Peters Dental Clinic, our approach is not only solution-oriented. We also focus on creating a pleasant experience for our patients – giving you the care you need when it comes to your dental health.
Prevention is important!
It is imperative to maintain good dental health once you achieve it, so we provide a regular checkup or preventative maintenance system with reminders by phone, SMS, letter or other means to suit you.
Our Team
Dr Jane Boroky
Dentist
Jane is our principal dentist and has been here the longest time. She has worked in the country, and overseas in the Cook Islands as well as in the public sector in South Australia before taking over St Peters Dental Clinic in 1999. She also teaches at the University of Adelaide Dental School, where she has been a clinical tutor for over 30 years.
Her special interests are in restorative and aesthetic dentistry including freehand bonding, treatment planning, and dental rehabilitation.
Jane holds a Diploma in Clinical Hypnosis and has considerable experience providing dental treatment for people with anxiety and special needs.
She speaks German fluently and has a working knowledge of Cook Island Maori and Bislama.
In her spare time she is an amateur winemaker, and enjoys outdoor pursuits, particularly bushwalking, kayaking and photography. She also volunteers with Girl Guides SA as a Region Manager, leadership trainer and water activities coordinator, and sings with a choir when available.
Dr Daiva Fuller
Dentist
Dr Daiva Fuller graduated in 1992 with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery.
She is a dedicated dentist who carefully considers the overall health and needs of her patients.
Dr Fuller takes pride in restoring functional dentitions. She has an educational and preventive approach and provides treatment specifically tailored to the patients’ needs.
In her spare time Dr Fuller enjoys hiking, birding and playing tennis and hockey.
Daiva works at St Peters Dental Clinic on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursday afternoons as required.
Dr Thadsha Kirushanthan
Dentist
Dr Thadsha Kirushanthan graduated in 2010, and has worked in Victoria, South Australian country, and Adelaide private clinics.
She is a highly competent dentist in all aspects of dentistry from general procedures to implant placements. Dr Thadsha enjoys researching and utilising new techniques and technology to provide gold standard treatment for her patients that achieve optimal results. She has special interests in cosmetic dentistry, clear aligner therapy for teeth straightening, crowns, veneers, dental implant surgery, surgical extractions, root canal treatment, dentures and teeth whitening. Her patients often mention how comfortable they feel in her care; and her warm, caring nature helps her build strong connections with them.
Dr Thadsha successfully graduated from The Australian Society of Implant Dentistry in Sydney. She is a member of the Australian Dental Association, Australian Society of Implant Dentistry and Royal Australian College of Dental Surgeons.
Dr Thadsha is happily married to her husband Dr Kirushanthan a GP here in Adelaide, who gives her immeasurable support in her practices. She has 2 amazing boys 13-year-old and 9 years old who keep her busy in-between their sports schedule. She enjoys yoga and Srilankan cultural dance Bharatham in her home routine. Dr Thadsha also speaks fluent Tamil and Sinhalese. She looks forward to meeting with you at your next dental visit.
Dr Kong Yen
Dentist
Dr Kong Yen grew up in Adelaide and graduated from the University of Adelaide in 2002. He gained extensive experience working in private practices across London, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.
Kong has a gentle and caring manner and greatly values good communication. He takes the time to listen to his patient’s dental issues in order to help people make well informed oral health decisions.
Kong has special interests in orthodontics and prosthodontics and is a member of the Prosthodontic Society of SA.
We welcome Kong to our practice. He is available on Thursdays initially, and other days by arrangement.
Aaya
Dental Assistant
Aaya is a Dental Assistant with 13 years of experience in dental care, gained through her work in both New Zealand and Mongolia. She is dedicated to maintaining high standards in all aspects of dental assistance and takes pride in supporting patients’ comfort and care throughout their visits.
In her free time, Aaya enjoys spending quality time with her family and exploring the wilderness.
Somaya
Dental Assistant / Receptionist
Somaya is a Dental Assistant with quite a few years years of experience in both the surgery and at the front desk. She works with us almost full time.
Somaya speaks Persian and Dari, and loves to help you feel more comfortable with your Dental visit.
Her family is very important to her. In her spare time she likes hiking, dancing and baking. Her secret skill is baking designer cakes.
Sumbal
Dental Hygienist
Sumbal graduated as a Dental Hygienist from Gilles Plains TAFE in 2025 but is well known in our clinic as she worked here as a dental assistant after moving from Sydney and Canberra. She is passionate about Dentistry and qualifed as a Dentist in Pakistan before taking the Dental Hygiene path more recently.
Sumbal loves the ‘people’ side of Dentistry, and is known for her gentle approach. She is caring and devoted to her family, and working Tuesdays and Wednesdays at St Peters.
One of her hidden talents is teaching and another one is languages – Sumbal speaks Urdu, Punjabi, and German.
Ronan
Oral Health Therapist with adult scope
Ronan is an Oral Health Therapist with extended scope from the University of Adelaide. He has an extensive history in the public health system working with families on improving their oral health, and specifically focusing on patient centred preventative and holistic care.
Coming from a multicultural background, Ronan can empathise and understand different perspectives which helps him to connect to patients. Ronan is fluent in English and Tagalog.
Outside of work his genuine curiosity leads him to learn more into science and technology as well as international culture and cooking.
Ronan is available on Fridays.
Dat
Dental Assistant
Debra
Dental Assistant/Receptionist
Debra brings a rich background in communication and people skills, earned through her years of experience in management. She is polite, and goes well beyond requirements in fulfilling patients need.
Outside of work, her love for reading serves as a testament to her curiosity and desire to stimulate her imagination – qualities that undoubtedly enhance her approach to patient care. Debra can speak English, Tagalog, and Cebuano.
Giving back to the community
At St. Peter’s Dental Clinic, we believe in the importance of giving back to the community. Our team is dedicated to supporting local and global initiatives that improve access to dental care and promote overall health and well-being.
Through charity work and outreach programs, we strive to make a positive impact, providing care to those in need and fostering healthier, happier communities. Giving back is at the heart of our practice, and we’re proud to contribute to causes that make a real difference.
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