At Ark Dental, we combine trusted clinical experience with modern dental care in a calm, welcoming environment. Located in Melrose Arch, our practice is built around families, comfort, and long-term oral health.
Led by Dr Ashni Pillay, with the continued expertise of Dr Trevor Wasserman, Ark Dental offers gentle, personalised dentistry for children, adults, and seniors.
At Ark Dental, we bring together decades of trusted dental experience, modern treatment techniques, and a calm, patient-first approach. Our practice is designed for families who value gentle care, clear communication, and long-term oral health.
We understand that visiting the dentist can feel overwhelming for some patients. That’s why we focus on calm, compassionate care that helps children, adults, and anxious patients feel at ease.
From first check-ups to advanced restorative treatments, we care for every generation with the same level of patience, respect, and attention.
Our approach combines trusted clinical experience with modern dental techniques, helping us deliver precise, comfortable, and long-lasting results.
Every smile is different. We take the time to understand your needs, explain your options clearly, and recommend care that suits you and your family.
BDS (MEDUNSA)
With nearly two decades of clinical experience, Dr Ashni Pillay brings a calm, thoughtful, and family-focused approach to dentistry. She provides comprehensive care for patients of all ages — from toddlers attending their very first dental visit to seniors requiring gentle restorative support.
Dr Pillay has a special interest in prosthodontics, restorative dentistry, paediatric care, and anxiety-free dental treatment. Her gentle chairside manner helps patients feel safe, informed, and at ease, especially those who may feel nervous about visiting the dentist.
As a wife and mother of two teenagers, Dr Pillay understands the needs of modern families and the importance of practical, compassionate dental care. Outside the practice, she is a devoted dog lover, a plant enthusiast, and a creative at heart who enjoys cooking and baking. She brings the same patience, precision, and care to her dentistry that she does to the people and passions in her everyday life.
A highly respected name in Johannesburg dentistry, Dr Trevor Wasserman brings decades of experience in cosmetic dentistry, smile design, implant restorations, and minimally invasive care. He is known for his precision, clinical expertise, and ability to create natural-looking results that enhance both function and confidence.
As a long-standing dental professional within the Melrose Arch community, Dr Wasserman has cared for families, professionals, executives, and senior patients with a trusted, relationship-led approach. His work combines modern dental technology with careful attention to detail, particularly in high-end cosmetic transformations and restorative treatment.
Beyond the dental chair, Dr Wasserman enjoys an active family life as a devoted husband and proud father. He is also a passionate golfer, bringing the same focus, patience, and precision from the fairways into his clinical work.
BDS (WITS)
Ark Dental represents a new chapter in trusted family dentistry at Melrose Arch. While embracing a modern vision for the future, we continue the long-standing tradition of care patients have relied on for many years.
Dr Trevor Wasserman continues to provide his respected expertise alongside principal dentist Dr Ashni Pillay, ensuring continuity of care while introducing a fresh, patient-focused approach centred on comfort, technology, and long-term oral health.
Together, they are committed to dentistry that is gentle, personalised, and designed around the unique needs of every patient who walks through the door.
Whether you’re due for a routine check-up or considering a smile transformation, we’re here to help.
