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This practice is ideally located for convenient access for clients/patients from Somerset West, Strand, Stellenbosch and surrounding areas like Croydon, Firgrove and Paardevlei. close to the R44 and N2 intersection in a new calm and pristine development with gardens and trees in wide open spaces.
DR. ETIENNE POTGIETER – Principal Dentist
After graduating with a degree in dentistry from the University of Pretoria in 1984, Dr Etienne Potgieter spent two years doing compulsory military training as a dental surgeon in various rural areas of South Africa and Namibia. He then joined a practice, which specialised in fixed crown, bridgework and removable dentures. Offering various sedation techniques for nervous patients, the clinic had a very practical approach with laboratory technicians’ onsite. In 1990 Etienne started working as a dentist in Putney, London, and later that year a practice in Hastings, South Coast of England. Both surgeries performed all general dental services but specialised in conscious sedation for nervous patients and cosmetic work such as tooth whitening and veneers as well as crown and bridgework.
After several Implant Courses under the guidance of the General Dental Council of England, Etienne started placing Southern Implants in 1995 in Putney, London. Completed Misch Implant Training with the late Professor Carl Misch at Pittsburgh University, Pennsylvania, USA in 1996. Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Surgical Implantology at University of the Western Cape in 1998. Whilst continuing working in London, the family moved and worked in Enschede, Netherlands in 2012 but returned to Cape Town in 2014 where the family, wife Adré and three children, still work, school and study in Strand and Stellenbosch. Etienne obtained a Mastership in Lasers with the late, much loved, Prof. Dr. Norbert Gutknecht at Aachen University, Germany in 2020. The introduction of Lasers in his practice, Paardevlei Smiledental at Paardevlei Specialist Medical Centre in Somerset West, opened a whole new world in treatment modalities and technique in all facets of Dentistry, especially in soft tissue manipulation, bone stimulation and treatment of peri-implantitis in Implantology. Recently joined the International Team of Implantology. Etienne’s sport is mountain biking, his hobby is restoring classic BMW motorcycles and his passion is being the President of the Christian Motorcycle Association of Helderberg.
ADRI VAN ZYL – Oral Hygienist
Adri completed her studies at the University of Pretoria in 1984, she spent 4 years at a Government clinic, and since 1988 she worked in Dental Practises in Durban, Pretoria, and Port Elizabeth. She gained experience in general practice and Orthodontics.
She joined the Paardevlei Smile Dental team part-time in 2016 and full-time since October 2020 and is available Monday-Friday, and every second Saturday. Adri will always advise and serve her patients to the best of her abilities, and experience gained during the past 35 years.
DR SHANNON RALPH - Dentist
Dr Shannon Ralph qualified with a degree in Dentistry from the University of Pretoria and completed her community service year in the rural Northern Cape. She has since joined the Paardevlei Smile Dental team, where she prioritises attention to detail and patient comfort.
She enjoys all areas of general dentistry and works comfortably with patients of all ages. Her clinical interests include crown and bridgework, fillings, paediatric dentistry, root canal treatments, cosmetic dentistry, extractions, and she is also a certified Botox injector.
Outside of the practice, she is an avid runner who enjoys fitness, staying active, and playing padel. Known for her sense of humour and friendly nature, she is very social, fun-loving, and always up for trying something new. As a new Western Cape resident, she also enjoys exploring the winelands and spending time with friends whenever she can.
DR GERHARD KEMP - Dentist
Dr Gerhard Kemp is a friendly and professional dentist that graduated from the University of Pretoria. Originally from the Free State, he is excited to continue his dental career at Paardevlei SmileDental and looks forward to building lasting relationships with his patients.
Dr Kemp has a strong interest in general dentistry, including fixed and removable prosthetics including crowns, bridges, and dentures. Endodontic treatment, and a wholistic approach to oral health care. He is also a certified Botox injector, offering patients a comprehensive and modern approach to dental and facial care. Outside the practice, Dr Kemp enjoys CrossFit, tennis, and staying active through watching and playing sport.
