Meet Dr. Shiva Senathirajah
Educational Background and Career Path
Dr. Shiva Senathirajah grew up in Perth, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Science with Honours from the University of Western Australia in 2008. Shiva worked as a general dentist in a private practice in Perth for several years.
Shiva then moved to Melbourne, where she obtained her specialist qualification in orthodontics through the three-year Doctor of Clinical Dentistry program at the University of Melbourne. Shiva is certified with the Australasian Orthodontic Board and holds membership with the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons and the Royal College of Surgeons Edinburgh.
Professional Accomplishments and Community Service
In addition to providing the highest standard of orthodontic care for patients, Shiva also has an interest in orthodontic clinical research and has presented her research locally at the Australian Society of Orthodontists WA Clinical Day, nationally at the Australian Society of Orthodontists Foundation Meeting, and internationally at American Association of Orthodontists Annual Sessions and at the European Orthodontic Society Congress.
Shiva participated in the Charley Schultz Resident Scholar Award programme in the United States of America and was also awarded first prize for the TP Postgraduate Clinical Award.
Shiva also enjoys giving back to the community and is currently the WA Liaison for the Australia Society of Orthodontists’ charitable initiative, Give a Smile, which provides pro bono orthodontic treatment for families who may otherwise be unable to receive treatment.
Shiva loves being an orthodontist and feels it is a privilege to work together with patients to transform their smiles, which can be enjoyed for the rest of their lives.
Schedule Your Appointment
To start your journey toward a confident, healthy smile – schedule an appointment with Dr. Shiva today.
