Calm, compassionate, and focused on patient-centred care, Arun Jayapalan is an experienced Oral Health Therapist with more than two decades of experience across clinical practice and public oral health settings. With a Bachelor of Oral Health from The University of Queensland, Arun has developed extensive experience across preventive dentistry, periodontal care, restorative treatment, and oral health promotion.

Passionate about making dental care comfortable, accessible, and evidence-based, Arun prioritises clear communication and helping patients feel informed and supported throughout their care. Experience in senior clinical leadership has also shaped a strong focus on quality, patient safety, multidisciplinary care, and supporting positive oral health outcomes.

With particular interests in preventive care, periodontal health, restorative treatment, and contemporary dental practice, Arun values lifelong learning and the role of technology and innovation in continuing to improve patient care.

Outside the clinic, sport, music, laughter, and quality time with family provide an important balance to professional life.

The opportunity to combine clinical care, education, and prevention to help patients understand their oral health and achieve positive long-term outcomes.