Dr Jesslyn Praganta BDS, PGDipClinDent (Oral Surgery), DClinDent (Oral Surgery), MRACDS
Jesslyn completed her BDS from the University of Otago in 2012. She worked as a Dental House Surgeon at the University of Otago and Dunedin Hospital before joining a cosmetic dental clinic in Wellington where she developed her interest in aesthetic dentistry. In between her private practice in Wellington, she completed a Diploma in Oral Surgery (Distinction). In 2020, she returned to Dunedin to complete the Doctorate in Clinical Dentistry (Oral Surgery) before finally joining Fernbrae House as a specialist Oral Surgeon. Jesslyn also works part-time as a Senior Professional Practice Fellow at the Faculty of Dentistry, University of Otago. Her research interest is in postoperative pain and swelling management, and the use of the platelet-rich fibrin (PRF) in Oral Surgery, specifically in third molar surgery. One of her clinical special interests is restoring a healthy smile for patients with terminal teeth using dental implants or other prostheses. She routinely works in collaboration with the local dentists, specialists, and dental technicians. Jesslyn is a great listener and loves meeting new people. She takes pride in providing the highest quality surgery in a gentle and relaxing environment for all her patients. In her free time, Jesslyn enjoys checking out the Dunedin culinary scenery with her husband.
