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Meet The

TEAM

We are an energetic group of Mackay locals who love what we do and have fun doing it.

We are committed to our community and to providing the best experience to all of our patients.

Dean Williamson

PRINCIPAL DENTIST

Born in Mackay in September 1989, I am proud to say that I am a sixth-generation Mackay Local.

I grew up in East Mackay, attended the Whitsunday Anglican School from grade one to twelve, and did all those things a kid can do growing up in this great region. Five years as an Air Cadet with our local squadron gave me great life skills, an exchange to Ghana, and an introduction to flying.

At school, I developed a passion for music with the help of some wonderful teachers and had fun performing in many concerts and eisteddfods.

My interest in dentistry was sparked by meeting a few local dentists who were at the top of their profession and loved their job. I was accepted into James Cook University's inaugural dentistry course in their new state-of-the-art facility in Cairns, and after a tremendous five years, I was honoured to receive the Henry Schein Award for Excellence in Clinical Dentistry.

Post-graduation I was fortunate to be offered a position at the Mackay Base Hospital Public Dental Clinic where I worked with some truly amazing people. It was fun, remarkably busy and, for me, a great learning environment. I then worked in private dental clinics in Mackay for some time before moving to the Sunshine Coast to extend my professional experience.

On a visit home, I saw that the Customs House was for sale. It did not take long for my partner Brad and I to decide that now was the time to start out on our own. Mackay was the place to be, and the fabulous Customs House would make a sensational practice venue.

It is extremely important to me that everyone who walks through our doors at the Customs House receives the best care possible. Practising dentistry is a career I enjoy immensely. My goal is to make every patient’s visit enjoyable and memorable.

Carly Featherstone

ASSOCIATE DENTIST

I was born in Mackay and completed schooling in Moranbah and Mirani. In year 10 for work experience, I was sent to a dental clinic. This is where I first met Dean and discovered my passion for dentistry. This work experience ignited my eagerness to pursue a career in the field.

I was fortunate to earn a school-based traineeship and completed my Certificate III in Dental Assisting, followed by a Certificate IV. During my time as a Dental Assistant, I always dreamt of one day becoming a Dentist. I committed myself to a long journey, studying parts of Medical Science and Oral Health Therapy before securing a spot in the Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree at James Cook University in Cairns.

During my training, I completed clinical placements at JCU, Mackay Base Hospital, and Northern Territory Health gaining invaluable experience. I am thrilled to be back in my hometown, beautiful Mackay!

Being in the dental industry since 2013 my passion lies within preventive dentistry, helping patients overcome any dental fears through gentle dentistry and achieving their dream smile. I am so excited to meet you and become your family and friend's dentist.

Family is especially important to me. I love visiting my parents' beautiful Scottish highland cows in Eungella and fishing the Whitsunday islands with my fiancé.