Meet our team

Haidee is a New Zealand registered orthodontic Auxiliary and a registered dentist from the Philippines. She graduated with a doctorate in dental medicine in 1998 and has been a part of the dental industry for over 15 years.

Haidee is always open to learning what is new in dentistry and is considering further study in the dental and orthodontic fields. She also hopes to help others in her line of work.

Outside of the practice, Haidee is passionate about raising her children and spending time with her family. She also loves travelling around New Zealand.

Catherine graduated as an orthodontic Auxiliary in 2015. She has also previously trained as a dental assistant and has a Diploma in Business.

A passionate lifelong learner, Catherine regularly attends training seminars and the occasional conference for professional development. She hopes to broaden her knowledge of orthodontics, as well as other aspects of the dental profession.

Catherine loves being involved in a process that impacts so positively on individuals. Being able to share that moment when a patient sees their teeth for the first time following the removal of braces is quite special.

Outside of the practice, Catherine spends time with her family and friends and enjoys decorating intricate and novelty cakes for special celebrations.

Emma moved to New Zealand from the UK in 2009 where she had trained as a dental nurse.

Since moving to New Zealand she found a passion working within the orthodontic field and registered as a dental assistant in 2011. Emma is currently an orthodontic Auxiliary.

Outside of the practice, Emma enjoys spending time with family and going to local community events. She loves Japanese food and will often create Japanese delicacies at home with her partner. Emma also appreciates a good renovation project and particularly enjoys tiling.

Alma is an overseas qualified dentist, graduating from NITTE University, India in 2014. Since her university studies, she has maintained a high interest in orthodontics and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Public Health.

Alma moved to New Zealand after marriage and lives in Christchurch with her family. Alma’s multiple roles as mother, wife, student and clinical assistant keep her busy but in her free time Alma loves to spend time reading books and travelling with family.

Robyn enjoys welcoming and getting to know all of our patients who come into Ilam Orthodontics and likes to make their visits calm and positive.

She feels a sense of satisfaction by getting to know the patients and their parents and seeing their orthodontic journey at Ilam Orthodontics.

Outside of the practice, Robyn loves spending time with her family and friends, and taking her Jack Russell, ‘Archie’, on walks. You may also find her at the gym each morning or at a local art class as she also enjoys painting.