Dr Fran Hildebrandt, DDS

Trained Dentist awaiting accreditation in Australia

Fran Hildebrandt has been passionate about dentistry since the age of 15, when a work experience program at a local dental practice in her hometown sparked her interest. She pursued her dream by studying dentistry at the Julius-Maximilians-University of Würzburg in Germany. She practised as a dentist in a family clinic in Lower Saxony for over seven years before moving to Australia with her husband. As she works toward her accreditation in Australia, she is proud to be part of the dedicated team at Lifelong Dental.

Fran believes dentistry is about more than just treating teeth; it’s about building trust, relieving pain, and creating a comfortable experience for every patient. Understanding that many people feel anxious about dental visits, she strives to make each appointment as calm, structured, and reassuring as possible. Seeing patients leave with a healthy, happy smile is the most rewarding part of her work.

She thrives in a team environment, especially on busy days when efficiency and collaboration are key. She values the strong sense of teamwork at Lifelong Dental and is dedicated to providing exceptional patient care alongside her colleagues.

Outside of dentistry, Fran enjoys gardening, woodworking and cooking. She is also passionate about interior design and often creates her own furniture or artwork when she can’t find the perfect piece. Whether painting canvases, building coffee tables or restoring antique furniture, she loves bringing creativity to life.

And for those who might wonder, Germans do have a sense of humour!