Services.Smiles on Wheels offers dental services at various locations using mobile equipment, transporting portable dental tools to homes and aged care facilities. We aim to provide convenient access to dental care, especially for individuals or communities that face barriers to visiting traditional dental clinics, such as seniors or those with disabilities or special needs.
Our primary aim is to prevent dental disease, and keep our clients' teeth functional, and comfortable. We provide examinations, preventive services, and act as a referral pathway if advanced treatment is required. |
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ExaminationsWe can provide routine dental examinations to assess the health of your teeth and surrounding tissues within the mouth.
We will perform a thorough examination of your oral health. We will inspect the teeth, gums, tissues and existing dentures. We will complete a dental charting, take photographs of teeth, and can provide a report of our findings, and recommend any further treatment if necessary. |
Preventive ServicesWe provide routine dental cleaning, and application of preventive treatments to aid in the prevention of cavities, gum disease and worn enamel in teeth. We strive to keep our patient's teeth functional, and pain free.
Our Oral Health Therapist (OHT) provides a range of preventive care, including removal of calculus (tartar), plaque and stains, periodontal treatment, fluoride treatments, cleaning of dentures and dietary advice/oral hygiene instructions for both the patient, carer and/or facility staff. |
Referral Pathway If advanced, or further treatment is needed, we’ll discuss your options and recommend the best course of action.
We can refer patients to local clinics or specialists if they require procedures beyond our mobile capabilities. |
Smiles on Wheels Mission
Smiles on Wheels provides accessible, high-quality preventive dental care to the residents of Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, with a focus on supporting aged care, seniors, individuals with dementia, palliative care patients and those with special needs -including children. We aim to bring compassionate, professional dental services directly to our patients, improving their oral health and overall well-being, while removing barriers to care for those with mobility or accessibility challenges. Our commitment is to deliver personalized care with convenience, respect, and excellence in every visit.
We care about your health."As a trusted mobile dental provider in Newcastle and Lake Macquarie, we adhere to the highest standards of infection control to ensure the safety and well-being of our patients and team. Our protocols comply with the Australian Dental Association (ADA) and National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) guidelines. We use single-use disposable items, and meticulously disinfect all surfaces between each patient. Our mobile setup is designed to provide the same level of hygiene and safety as a traditional dental clinic, ensuring every visit is safe and hygienic
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