// Dentist.
// Educator.
// Practice Builder.

I'm Dr James Tran — general dentist, dental educator, and founder of Lumi Dental Group. I help the next generation of dentists build careers worth keeping.

Practising at Grace Dental & True Smiles Dental, Sydney. Teaching at the General Dental Residency, Melbourne. Opening Lumi Dental Group, Melrose Park — July 2026.

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Where I work & teach

Practising at Grace Dental and True Smiles Dental across Sydney. Teaching at the General Dental Residency in Melbourne. Opening Lumi Dental Group, Melrose Park, July 2026.

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Clinical Work
About Me

Teaching that sticks

GDR Melbourne — Dental Educator

Teaching at the General Dental Residency in Melbourne. Practical, evidence-based dentistry for new grads who want a system they can actually trust in clinic.


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Clinical practice

Grace Dental & True Smiles Dental, Sydney

Full-scope general dentistry including cosmetics, photography-driven treatment planning, and clarity-led patient communication. Practising across two leading Sydney practices.


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The person behind it all

Dr James Tran — Dentist, Dad, Builder

Husband. Father. Dentist by training, practice builder by choice. Based in Sydney. Passionate about dental photography and helping new grads think clearly from day one.


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Work with me

Whether you want to level up your team, have me visit your practice, bring expert commentary to your platform, or book a focused session — here is what I offer.

Photography Day at Your Clinic

A full-day hands-on dental photography masterclass at your practice. Up to 10 clinicians. Camera setup, composition, patient-specific shots, before & after protocols, and a photography system your whole team can use. AUD $4,950 flat rate.

Lunch & Learn Session

A focused 60-minute session on dental photography, clinical systems, or new grad mindset. Perfect for practice teams and study groups. AUD $500 flat. Can be delivered in-person or virtually.

Media Commentator

Available for mainstream media commentary on oral health, dentistry, and healthcare. TV, radio, podcast, and print. Articulate, camera-ready, and always evidence-based. Media kit available on request.

What people say

From GDR participants, colleagues & the dental community

Real feedback from dentists who've worked with or learned from James.

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Dr Sarah M.
GDR Participant, Melbourne

James doesn’t just teach you what to do. He teaches you how to think. That’s the difference between surviving your first year and actually thriving in it.

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Dr Kevin T.
Dentist, New South Wales

The Photography Day completely changed how I document cases. My treatment acceptance rate went up almost immediately. Worth every dollar of the $4,950.

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Dr Priya L.
Associate Dentist, Brisbane

I watched James’ whole content series as an associate building my own lane. The clarity and honesty is unlike anything else out there for dentists our age.

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Dr Michael A.
Practice Owner, Sydney

We had James run a Photography Day for our whole team. Game changer. Every dentist should have this skill and James teaches it better than anyone I’ve seen.

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Dr Tanya R.
GDR Melbourne, 2024

The GDR module James teaches is the one everyone talks about afterwards. Practical, no-nonsense, and actually applicable to real practice from day one.

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Dr Ben W.
Dentist, Melbourne

Booked the Lunch & Learn for our study group. Best $500 we’ve spent this year. Dense, useful, and James is a natural communicator in front of a room.

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Thinking clearly about dentistry

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Dental Photography

How great photos change treatment acceptance and patient trust.
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New Grad Mindset

Thinking clearly in your first years without burning out.
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Building Lumi Dental

What building a practice from scratch actually looks like in 2026.
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GDR & Education

The residency that teaches dentists how to actually think in clinic.
Frequently asked questions

Your questions, answered

Everything you need to know before booking or reaching out.

What does the Photography Day cover?

Camera and phone setup, composition, lighting, full arch and detail shots, before & after workflows, and building a repeatable system your whole team can use. Hands-on with your own patients and equipment.

What is included in the $4,950 fee?

The flat $4,950 rate covers up to 10 clinicians for a full day on-site. No per-head cost. Travel costs apply outside Greater Sydney. Lunch is not included but can be arranged.

Are you available for media appearances?

Yes. Available nationally for TV, radio, podcast, and print commentary on oral health, dentistry, and healthcare. A media kit is available on request via the contact page.

Can you travel interstate for the Photography Day?

Yes. Available nationally across Australia. Travel and accommodation are additional for interstate visits. Contact James directly for a quote.

Ready to work together?

Whether you’re a practice owner wanting to upskill your team, a media producer looking for a confident dental voice, or a new grad who just needs someone to be honest with you — let’s talk.

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