Cadie O’Hara

Cadie is a dedicated trainee dental nurse at Park Orthodontics, where her enthusiasm and commitment to patient care shine brightly. With no formal qualifications yet in dentistry, Cadie is driven by a genuine passion for orthodontics, sparked by her experiences during her braces journey.

Colleagues describe Cadie as exceptionally helpful and motivated, qualities she brings to every aspect of her role. Cadie thrives on the diversity of her day-to-day tasks, from assisting various orthodontic therapists to managing the upkeep of surgical instruments and ensuring everything is ready for the day ahead.

Her ability to adapt to different clinicians and learn from each one’s unique approach is a testament to her eagerness to learn and grow within the field.

One of Cadie’s favourite aspects of her job is being part of a patient’s journey to achieving the perfect smile. She finds great joy in building relationships with patients, especially those she sees regularly over the course of their treatment.

Cadie believes that fostering a bond with patients is crucial, ensuring they enjoy their experience at Park and feel comfortable asking questions or expressing concerns.

Despite her short time at Park Orthodontics, Cadie has already integrated wonderfully with the team, forming amazing friendships and finding the environment incredibly welcoming and conducive to learning. Everyone is always ready to share knowledge, making her daily work both enjoyable and educational.

Cadie is particularly excited about her upcoming training to manage the Local Decontamination Unit (LDU), looking forward to taking on specific responsibilities in this area.

Outside of work, Cadie is an avid dancer, practising various styles three times a week and competing regularly. She also enjoys volunteering at children’s dance classes on Saturdays, sharing her love of dance and inspiring the next generation.

Cadie’s warmth, willingness to help, and proactive nature make her a valuable member of the Park Orthodontics team, as she continues to ensure that every patient she interacts with feels reassured and well cared for.