Specialist dentists treat more complex dental conditions such as gum or mouth diseases or missing teeth.
The Dent8 Dental team includes an oral pathologist and a periodontist, meaning you can receive both general and advanced dental care in the same familiar, friendly place.
Dr Michael Barber is our visiting periodontist. He’s currently president of the Australian Society of Implant Dentistry (Qld), super well-qualified and amazing at his job!
A dental implant is used to replace a missing tooth, supporting the bite, preventing drifting of teeth and improving your appearance.
Healthy gums hold your teeth in place. Irritated, red, bleeding gums can be signs of gingivitis, a common gum disease that can be prevented with good dental hygiene.
If gingivitis isn’t addressed, it can progress to periodontitis, a serious condition that can cause deep infections and tooth loss. Gingivitis can cause bad breath. Periodontal disease is linked with systemic ill health including cardiovascular disease, premature birth and exacerbation of diabetes.
Warning signs of oral cancer include changes to the surface of your mouth, persistent sores or ulcers, hoarseness or sore throat, excessively bleeding gums and difficulty chewing or swallowing.
A skilled oral pathologist will examine your mouth carefully and may take a tissue sample for biopsy. Once your results are back, we can discuss any treatment you may need.
If your general dentist sees any concerning signs during your check-up, they may refer you to an oral pathologist.
An oral pathologist treats diseases affecting your mouth, including your lips, palate, inner cheeks, tongue, salivary glands, gums and jawbone. Oral pathologists also treat conditions such as burning mouth syndrome, lichen planus, geographic tongue, infections and mouth cancer.
Dr Arabelle Clayden is our consulting oral pathologist. She’s a leader in her field, a Fellow of the Oral Medicine Academy of Australasia and a past president of the Oral Medicine Society of Australia.
Warning signs of oral cancer include changes to the surface of your mouth, persistent sores or ulcers, hoarseness or sore throat, excessively bleeding gums and difficulty chewing or swallowing.
A skilled oral pathologist will examine your mouth carefully and may take a tissue sample for biopsy. Once your results are back, we can discuss any treatment you may need.
At Dent8 Dental, we offer a supportive, friendly environment where every patient feels comfortable and cared for.
We deliberately offer both general and specialist dental services so you benefit from continuity of care in the same place.
You can’t book directly with a specialist dentist – you need to be referred by a doctor or dentist.
If you have any concerns about your oral health, please book an appointment today.
| Monday | 8am – 5pm |
| Tuesday | 8am – 5pm |
| Wednesday | 8am – 5pm |
| Thursday | 8am – 5pm |
| Friday | 8am – 5pm |
| Saturday | 9am – 1pm |
| Sunday | Closed |
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