Our Dental Team in Essendon
Our team are highly trained, and more importantly, passionate about dentistry. They efficiently assist Dr Agim Hymer and Dr Dev Boparoy in achieving the best for our patients whilst undertaking the day-to-day tasks of running a successful Melbourne dental business.
They are also highly active in the Essendon community and surrounding suburbs. The FirstBite Dental team has been responsible for teaching young children how to look after their teeth in kindergartens and primary schools from Moonee Ponds to Cragieburn and Sydenham to Coburg. To see information about their school talks and dental education visit our events section.
Dr Agim Hymer
Principal Dentist
BDSc (Melb)
Dr Agim Hymer has been practicing dentistry for over 30 years in Melbourne, country Victoria and abroad. He is the principal dentist and founder of FirstBite Dental. Located in Essendon, FirstBite is a practice that has a strong focus on educating their patients on the importance of oral care.
Agim’s specific areas of interest are educating the public in becoming responsible for their own oral health, also ensuring that the dental profession will always offer the highest standard of care and provide the patient with an informed range of options that allow them to decide on the treatment plan that suits them best.
Dr Hymer travels the world lecturing in many aspects of dentistry. He is a senior lecturer for Progressive Orthodontics.”My aim is that dentists and the public are fully informed in what is available in the world of dentistry.”
Professional Experience
Bachelor Degree in Dentistry at The University of Melbourne
Member of the Australian Dental Association (ADA)
Orthodontic Expertise
FICCDE Orthodontics (Fellow of the International College of Continuing Dental Education, Sydney & Singapore)
Completing the Advanced Orthodontic Series – Progressive Orthodontics Providers (General Dental Practice)
Invisalign Provider
ClearCorrect Provider
TRULine Clear Orthodontic Systems Provider
Angelalign Kid Provider
Implants Expertise
Dental Implant Surgery (MIS, Ankylos and 3M Mini Implant Systems)
TMJ & Sleep Disorder Expertise
Diagnosis and Management of Sleep Apnoea in conjunction with the Western Respiratory and Sleep Clinic
SomnoMed Sleep Apnoea Oral Appliance Provider
Facial Injectables for the treatment of TMJ Disorders
Other Expertise
Lasers for Dental Treatment
Outside the Practice
Agim loves getting out and exploring the world in a multitude of ways. He loves hiking through the bush, finding new or exciting cuisine and travelling across the globe.
He has taken time off to 4-wheel drive his way right around Australia. He has also trekked his way through the Himilayas while offering his services to treat children and the underprivileged.
His life wouldn’t be complete without his family. And one of his great passions is to get away with them camping in the bush and get back to basics.
Special Skills & Interests
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
- Restorative Dentistry
- Veneers
- Orthodontics
- Invisalign
- Oral Surgery
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Sleep Apnoea
- Snoring
Dr Dev Boparoy
Principal Dentist
BDSc (Otago NZ)
Dr Dev Boparoy grew up and studied in New Zealand where he graduated from the University of Otago, New Zealand.
He is a Partner here at FirstBite Dental.
His experience started in New Zealand, after which he moved to Queensland, providing emergency and general dentistry treatment. He also worked within the School of Dental Services where he provided, and still does, general anaesthetic treatments on adults and kids in hospital.
Dev’s areas of interest now incorporates more advanced treatments including cosmetic dentistry, orthodontics(fixed braces and Invisalign) as well as Implant Dentistry. Spending over 150 hours a year in continuing education and development allows us to provide the latest in technological advances in dentistry.
Providing our patients with the highest standard of care, our aim is to provide our patients with all their options and create a treatment plan to achieve and maintain your perfect smile.
Professional Experience
Bachelor Degree in Dentistry at the University of Otago, New Zealand
Member of the Australian Dental Association (ADA)
Member of the Australian Society of Implant Dentistry
Member of the International Congress of Oral Implantologists
Member of the Australasian Clear Aligner Society
Orthodontic Expertise
FICCDE Orthodontics (Fellow of the International College of Continuing Dental Education, Sydney & Singapore)
Completing the Advanced Orthodontic Series – Progressive Orthodontics Providers (General Dental Practice)
Invisalign Provider
ClearCorrect Provider
TRULine Clear Orthodontic Systems Provider
Angelalign Kid Provider
Implants Expertise
Dental Implant Surgery (MIS, Ankylos and 3M Mini Implant Systems)
TMJ & Sleep Disorder Expertise
Diagnosis and Management of Sleep Apnoea in conjunction with the Western Respiratory and Sleep Clinic
SomnoMed Sleep Apnoea Oral Appliance Provider
Facial Injectables for the treatment of TMJ Disorders
Other Expertise
Lasers for Dental Treatment
Outside the Practice
Dev loves adventure. In his spare time you will find him testing his limits. Climbing a mountain or jumping from a plane.
Special Skills & Interests
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Prosthodontics
- Restorative Dentistry
- Veneers
- Orthodontics
- Invisalign
- Oral Surgery
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Sleep Apnoea
- Snoring
Dr Matthew Bodo
Dentist
BDSc (Adel)
Dr Matthew Bodo grew up in Melbourne and moved to Adelaide to complete his Bachelor of Dental Surgery. His studies provided him with the experience of practicing in regional South Australia, before returning to Melbourne for private practice.
We’re pleased to see his energy and passion in the dental surgery, while he provides excellent dental care and oral health advice.
Within our general dental practice, Matthew is a Progressive Orthodontics Provider. His further study in this area means he can use the latest dental technology to help transform patients’ smiles.
Matthew’s focus as a dentist is to provide holistic dental care for all family members. He tailors dental treatments and advice for individual patients while considering their overall health.
Matthew’s interests surround using lasers in dentistry and the use of facial injectables as part of treatment for TMJ disorders. His particular interest lies in conventional orthodontics.
With Matthew’s naturally caring personality, what he enjoys most is providing patient-centred dental care where his patients feel comfortable and fully informed at all stages of an appointment.
Professional Experience
Bachelor Degree in Dental Science at the University of Adelaide
Orthodontic Expertise
Progressive Orthodontics Provider
Outside the Practice
When not at the clinic, he enjoys spending time with his wife and family and relaxing over his piano keyboard playing some of his favourite pieces. He is also known for challenging his friends to a board game or two!
Special Skills & Interests
- Orthodontics
- Laser Dentistry
- TMJ Disorder
Dr Riddhi Sharma
Dentist
BDS (JCU)
Riddhi is a compassionate and dedicated Melbourne dentist who takes pride in helping patients achieve their oral health goals and ideal smiles.
Dr Sharma earned her degree from James Cook University and has gained extensive experience working with diverse communities across Far North Queensland, the Northern Territory, and Tasmania.
Driven by a commitment to ongoing professional growth, Dr Riddhi continually enhances her skills and embraces the latest advancements in dentistry to provide the best possible care.
She is passionate about transforming perceptions of dental visits, particularly for individuals with dental anxiety, by fostering a welcoming and supportive atmosphere where patients feel empowered and in control of their oral health. Dr Riddhi firmly believes that outstanding dental care is rooted in trust, empathy, and clear communication with each patient.
Professional Experience
Dr Vikash Makan
Dentist
BDS (Fiji)
Dr Vikash Makan has over 20 years of clinical experience across Fiji and Australia, with additional training in implant dentistry, orthodontics and comprehensive restorative dentistry.
After graduating in Fiji in 2004, Dr Makan began his career in private practice while also contributing to dental education. His time working alongside dental students and young clinicians helped develop the communication and teaching skills that continue to shape his patient-centred approach today.
In 2009, Dr Makan relocated to Australia and successfully completed the Australian Dental Council examinations before continuing his dental career in Melbourne. Over the past 15 years, he has cared for thousands of patients across a wide range of treatment needs and has developed particular interests in restorative dentistry, orthodontics, dental implants and endodontics (root canal treatment).
Having experienced both clinical practice and practice ownership, Dr Makan understands the importance of building long-term relationships with patients based on trust, education and personalised care. He believes patients should be fully informed about their treatment options and works closely with each individual to develop treatment plans focused on long-term health, function and aesthetics.
His calm and thorough manner is particularly valued by patients undertaking more comprehensive treatment, and he enjoys helping patients achieve healthy, confident smiles while preserving their natural teeth wherever possible.
Professional Experience
Fiji
- Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS)
- Private Clinical Practice
- Dental School Teaching Contributor
Australia
- Australian Dental Council Examinations, 2009
- Over 15 years of clinical practice in Melbourne
- Practice Owner and Principal Dentist
- Member of the Australian Dental Association (ADA)
Additional Training – Implant Dentistry
- Fellowship in Implant Dentistry – University of Miami Miller School of Medicine (USA)
- ARIA Master Implant Program
Additional Training – Orthodontics
- Progressive Orthodontic Seminars (POS)
- OrthoEd Mini Masters Program
- Invisalign Provider
- Spark Clear Aligner Provider
Outside the Practice
Outside dentistry, Dr Makan enjoys spending time with his family and supporting his children’s sporting activities. He follows Melbourne Victory FC and Liverpool FC and enjoys watching cricket and rugby with his family.
Dr Makan is also a founding member of the Touching Lives Foundation and is committed to giving back through community-focused charitable initiatives.
Special Skills & Interests
- Dental Implants
- Restorative Dentistry
- Cosmetic Dentistry
- Orthodontics
- Invisalign
- Spark Aligners
- Endodontics (Root Canal Treatment)
- Smile Rehabilitation
- Preventive Dentistry
- Comprehensive Treatment Planning
Kristy Reid
Dental Hygienist
Dip OHT (Dental Hygiene)
Kristy joined the FirstBite team in 2000. Within the practice Kristy has a special interest in gum (periodontal) health.
Her aim is to educate patients on how to a maintain healthy oral environment for life. During her time she has attended numerous courses to develop her skills to be able to provide optimum service.
Professional Experience
Diploma in Oral Health Therapy (Dental Hygiene)
Outside the Practice
Working part time at FirstBite Dental provides the perfect balance with looking after two very active young boys at home.
Harmanvir Kaur
Dental Therapist
Dip OHT (Dental Hygiene)
Harmanvir is an Oral Health Therapist who graduated from La Trobe University in 2023. With extended adult scope, Harmanvir enjoys all aspects of dentistry including periodontal and restorative treatments.
With a strong passion for children’s dentistry, she is dedicated to making dental visits enjoyable and stress-free for young patients.
Beyond providing exceptional care with a gentle touch, she is also committed to educating people about oral health and focusing on prevention. By emphasising the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene from a young age, Harmanvir aims to help every patient build lifelong healthy habits and a positive attitude towards dental care.
Professional Experience
Diploma in Oral Health Therapy (Dental Hygiene), La Trobe University (2021)
Outside the Practice
In her spare time, Harmanvir enjoys spending time with her friends and family and experimenting with cooking.