Oral Health

Good oral health means healthy teeth, gums and mouth, and a range of practitioners can help you keep it that way. An Oral Health Therapist is a registered dental professional who focuses on promoting oral health and providing preventive care, including dental check-ups, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments, and sealants. They are trained to treat both children and adults, focusing on preventing and managing oral diseases such as tooth decay and gum disease. They work closely with dentists and dental professionals.

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Below you can browse dentists, oral health therapists and other oral health practitioners listed on Health Hunter and request an appointment.

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Dr. Ilana Fisher
Dentist
Lilyfield
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NSW
-33.87074
151.16135
West Sydney
,  
NSW
-33.85489
151.0247
Dr. Ilana Fisher is a compassionate dentist who collaborates with patients to maintain and improve their health. She has diverse experience in different dental environments and holds degrees from the University of Sydney. Dr. Fisher enjoys outdoor activities and spending time with her family.
dentistry, health-coaching, lifestyle-medicine, oral-health
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Raelene Clark
Telehealth
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TE
42.65111
13.97756
Subiaco
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WA
-31.95039
115.82403
Raelene Clark has a nationally recognised specialty in Orofacial Pain with nearly 30 years of clinical and academic experience. Holding a Master’s in Orofacial Pain and one of only a few therapists in Australia with this qualification, she leads innovative, interdisciplinary approaches to headache and orofacial care across Australia.
oral-health, orofacial-pain
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Robyn Cosford
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Dr Alannah Freer
Dentist
Brisbane CBD
,  
QLD
-27.47372
152.99576
Taringa
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QLD
-27.49277
152.97981
dentistry, oral-health
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DVA
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Dr Chris Darby
Dentist
Melbourne CBD
,  
VIC
-37.8142
144.96333
Caulfield North
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VIC
-37.87074
145.02228
chronic-fatigue, sleep-apnoea, childrens-health, chronic-pain, dentistry, mens-health, oral-health
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Dr David Cowhig
Dentist
Brisbane CBD
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QLD
-27.47372
152.99576
The Gap
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NT
-23.7141
133.87253
dentistry, integrative-medicine, neurologist-near-me, oral-health
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DVA
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Eric Davis
Dentist
Brisbane CBD
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QLD
-27.47372
152.99576
Margate
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QLD
-27.24503
153.10666
dentistry, oral-health
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DVA
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Leigh Woodbridge
Dentist
Brisbane
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QLD
-27.4691
153.0277
Brisbane CBD
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QLD
-27.47372
152.99576
dentistry, oral-health
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DVA
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Dr Thomas Mathai
Dentist
Australian Capital Territory
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ACT
-33.85489
151.0247
Canberra
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ACT
-35.27952
149.12927
dentistry, oral-health
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DVA
NDIS
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Manish Shah
Dentist
Sydney
,  
NSW
-33.86873
151.20695
Dr. Manish graduated with honours in Dentistry from the University of Sydney in 1998, followed by a degree in Medicine in 2005 from the same university. He holds a master‚'s in medicine in Sleep Medicine from the University of Sydney, specialising in craniofacial pain and sleep disorders. Dr. Manish provides holistic dental care, combining his expertise as a medical doctor and dentist. With over 15 years of experience, he specialises in comprehensive restorative and cosmetic dentistry.
lifestyle-medicine, insomnia, dentistry, oral-health
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DVA
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Dr. Graeme Stringer
Dentist
Port Douglas
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QLD
-16.48268
145.46411
Dr Graeme Stringer is a General Dentist with over 40 years of experience. Dr Graeme Stringer graduated with a Masters Degree in Dentistry with a focus on lasers. They also hold full membership in the Australian Society for Hypnosis and have obtained a Fellowship in the Australian Society of Lifestyle Medicine, highlighting their understanding of the impact of lifestyle on health. Additionally, they have an Advanced Diploma in Ayurvedic Medicine, qualifying him as an Ayurvedic Practitioner. His expertise extends to various areas such as orthodontics, sleep disturbances related to jaws, and biocompatible dentistry, ensuring a comprehensive approach to oral health care.
dentistry, insomnia, lifestyle-medicine, oral-health
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DVA
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Featured Articles

How Your Bite Affects Your Entire Body: Understanding Neuromuscular Dentistry

A healthy smile is often associated with straight teeth and good oral hygiene. However, your bite, the way your upper and lower teeth come together, plays a much larger role than many people realise. An imbalanced bite may affect not only your teeth and jaw but also your muscles, posture, headaches, sleep quality and overall wellbeing.

Orofacial Pain and Chronic Headaches: Understanding the Root Causes of Persistent Facial Pain

Orofacial pain is a complex and often misunderstood condition that affects the face, jaw, and head. It includes a wide range of disorders such as temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD), migraines, neuralgias, and chronic headaches. While many people initially associate facial pain with dental issues or muscle tension, persistent symptoms may involve deeper neurological, musculoskeletal, and systemic factors.

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What is a
Oral Health Practitioner

Dentists diagnose and treat a wide range of dental problems, including decay, gum disease and tooth loss. Oral health therapists, dental hygienists and dental therapists focus on check-ups, cleaning and prevention, and dental prosthetists make and fit dentures. All of these professions are registered with AHPRA. You do not need a referral to book a dental appointment. At a first visit, they will usually check your teeth and gums, may take X-rays, and discuss any treatment you need.

How Can Oral Health Practitioners Help?

Check-Ups and Cleans

Regular check-ups help find problems early, when they are usually easier to treat. A dentist, oral health therapist or hygienist will check your teeth and gums, remove plaque and tartar, and suggest when to return.
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Decay and Fillings

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Tooth decay can cause sensitivity, pain and holes in teeth. A dentist or oral health therapist can find decay early, fill cavities and advise on reducing sugary food and drinks. Fluoride toothpaste and treatments help protect teeth from further decay.

Gum Health

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Bleeding, swollen or receding gums can be signs of gum disease. A dentist, hygienist or oral health therapist can clean below the gum line and teach good brushing and flossing. Untreated, it can lead to tooth loss.

Missing Teeth

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Missing teeth can affect how you eat, speak and feel. A dentist can explain options such as bridges, implants or dentures, and a dental prosthetist can make, fit and repair dentures. Regular checks keep dentures comfortable.

Children's Dental Care

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Good habits start early. A dentist or oral health therapist can check a child's teeth from when they first appear, apply fissure sealants or fluoride, and show parents how to brush. Limiting sugary drinks and snacks also helps.

Dental Emergencies

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A knocked-out tooth, broken tooth or bad toothache needs prompt care, so contact a dentist as soon as you can. Facial swelling with fever, or swelling affecting breathing or swallowing, is an emergency: call 000.
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FAQs

How do I find an oral health practitioner near me?

Use Health Hunter to browse practitioners who work with oral health across Australia. You can filter by condition, practitioner type and location, view each practitioner's profile and areas of interest, and book online. Many practitioners also offer telehealth.

Who can see an oral health therapist?

They are trained to treat both children and adults, and work closely with dentists and other dental professionals. They also educate patients on oral hygiene and healthy lifestyle choices.

What does an oral health therapist do?

They provide routine dental check-ups, teeth cleaning, fluoride treatments and sealants, and focus on preventing and managing oral diseases such as tooth decay and gum disease.

What is an oral health therapist?

An oral health therapist is a registered dental professional who specialises in promoting oral health and providing preventive care.