Describe your background and what led you to pursue a career in dentistry Growing up with my grandmother in Hong Kong, I often saw her struggle to eat with dentures, which sparked my curiosity in dentistry. As I got older and became conscious of smiling due to crooked...
We chatted to Dr Eric about the passion that led him to a career in dentistry, what he finds most rewarding about his work, and how he spends his weekends away from the dental chair. His calm, friendly nature and genuine care for his patients make him a trusted...
There’s a new friendly face at DentArana! Dr John Roberts-Thomson recently joined our dental team and we’re thrilled to have him and his dentistry expertise at our practice. We chatted with John to learn more about how he became a dentist, the way he helps people feel...
Decoding Dentistry: Understanding differences between Cosmetic, General, and Restorative Dentistry Dentistry is a multifaceted field encompassing a wide range of treatments and services aimed at addressing dental health and improving the aesthetics of one's smile....
What is a Dental Emergency? When we hear the word "emergency," we often think of life-threatening situations like heart attacks or car accidents. However, it's important to remember that dental emergencies are just as serious and require immediate care and treatment....
Dr Praveenaa Saravanamuthu Dr Praveenaa Saravanamuthu graduated with a Bachelor of Dental Surgery from the University of Adelaide. Dr Praveenaa has a passion for helping patients achieve their best smiles. She is dedicated to getting to know her patients on a personal...
Dr Nirmani Abeywardana (Marni) After completing a dual degree of a Bachelor Oral Health in Dental Science and a Graduate Diploma of Dentistry in the Gold Coast, Dr Marni has experience in working in both public and private dental worlds. She has worked on the...
Looking after your kids' teeth Whenever we meet with our younger patients there are other things DentArana looks at besides their teeth. It is important to check that they have, what we at DentArana call, The Big 3. If there is breakdown in any of The Big 3 then an...
How we helped Peter transform his smile Peter has struggled with a smile that he was embarrassed and not happy about for many years. While Peter knew he wanted a better smile and a better ability to chew his food his fear of the dentist stopped him from doing anything...
Fluoride – Friend or Foe? Go hard or go home? With most things in life, we’ve been taught to “go hard or go home”. Every rule has its exceptions and tooth brushing is certainly one of them. Overzealous scrubbing of teeth can result in undue wear of the enamel or root...
