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Published on January 22, 2026.
Last reviewed on January 22, 2026
by Pacific Smiles Dental.
Meet Dr. Karthiga Amalan – Pacific Smiles Dental Ringwood
About Dr. Karthiga Amalan
Dr. Karthiga Amalan is a dedicated general dentist with 8 years of clinical experience across both public and private sectors in Sri Lanka and Australia. She graduated from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka in 2011 and completed her Australian Dental Council (ADC) accreditation in 2022.
Karthiga is known for her warm, reassuring approach and is passionate about providing personalised, patient‑centred care. She particularly enjoys helping anxious patients feel comfortable and confident throughout their dental treatment.
Services and Specialisations
Karthiga offers a broad range of dental services, with special interests in:
- Child dentistry
- Endodontics (root canal therapy)
- Periodontics
- Aesthetic dentistry
Her diverse clinical background allows her to support patients of all ages with a wide variety of dental needs.
Life Beyond Dentistry
Outside the clinic, Karthiga enjoys spending time with her family, travelling, and following sports—especially cricket, as she is a proud sports‑mum to a cricket‑loving son.
She also contributes to the community through her work in the public dental sector and as a member of an oral health promotion team, supporting programs designed for communities with limited access to dental services.
Languages
Karthiga speaks English, Tamil, and Sinhala.
Why She Chose Ringwood
Karthiga chose Ringwood for its friendly, growing community and appreciates the opportunity to build long‑term relationships while supporting families with their oral health.
Favourite Part of Being a Dentist
Karthiga loves building meaningful connections with her patients and educating them on simple, effective ways to prevent dental problems. Helping anxious patients feel relaxed and confident in their care is especially rewarding for her.
Tips for a Healthy Smile
Want to keep your teeth longer? Floss the ones you love.
Book an appointment with Dr. Karthiga Amalan at Pacific Smiles Dental Ringwood for gentle, supportive, family‑focused dental care.
