Dr Gwendolin Flanagan
Family Dentistry
A healthy, beautiful smile starts here

Family Dentistry | Dentist

Family Dentistry

Every family should have a caring and compassionate dentist with whom they can build a trusting relationship. We value our ability to serve the patients in our community by providing comprehensive dentistry for patients of all ages, making us your main location for your family’s dental care.

Preventive Dentistry

While our office offers numerous dental services to serve families, gentle and thorough regular cleanings and check-ups are still at the foundation of our practice.

We focus on preventive dental care to help our patients achieve and maintain optimum oral health. In addition to dental exams and professional cleanings, we offer fluoride treatments and dental sealants to protect your teeth.

If you participate sports, you may require an athletic mouthguard to protect your teeth from the occasional stray ball or elbow.

Family-Oriented Dental Care

We customise our dental treatments for patients of all ages. Our office is comfortable and our hygienists, assistants, and front desk staff are friendly. We enjoy making the families in our practice feel welcome!

Comprehensive Oral Hygiene

Regular dental cleanings and oral exams are a key component of successful preventive dentistry routines. This allows us to give your teeth a thorough cleaning to remove the plaque and tartar that build up in between dental visits. Even if you brush and floss every day, tartar can still find its way into hidden places such as between your teeth and just below your gumline. Our skilled hygiene department will clean your teeth and leave your smile feeling fresh.

By examining your teeth during your visit, we are able to screen for any issues that may be developing, such as tooth decay or gum disease. Instead of waiting until a problem is in advanced stages, we are able to identify issues early and help avoid more extensive treatment in the future.

We look forward to serving your entire family.

We recommend your child start seeing a dentist early to monitor their development. As children lose their baby teeth and grow new teeth, it’s important to check in make sure they are developing properly. Early dental visits can become part of your child’s regular healthcare routine. We make children’s visits fun, interactive, and educational for both parents and kids.

We know that modern families are busy. That is why we do our best to stay on time and keep our treatment both effective and efficient.

Comprehensive Dental Care

Even with proper oral hygiene care and regular cleanings and check-ups at our office, you may require additional care such as dental restorations, gum treatments, tooth-replacement, or you may wish to improve the appearance of your smile with cosmetic dentistry. We offer most types of treatment in the comfort of our dental office. 

If do you happen to require a service that our office does not provide, we can refer you to a qualified, local specialist to fulfill your needs.

We look forward to meeting you and your family. Call our office to schedule an appointment for you and your family.

Frequently Asked Questions

It shouldn't, but if you have certain conditions, such as gum recession, we may need to alter your treatment.

Most professional whitening products contain a desensitising ingredient that protects sensitive teeth and keeps you comfortable during your treatment. Additionally, the customisable nature of professional whitening treatments prevents the product from coming into contact with soft tissues like your gums, lips, and tongue. 

If your teeth are sensitive, please talk to us so that we can help you determine whether whitening is appropriate for you.

We know that convenience is important for today’s busy families. That is why we offer dentistry for the whole family, including your children. We begin seeing kids at a young age to make sure they have a healthy dental foundation.

We welcome patients of all ages from your toddler to your family's most senior members. We make it easy for families to schedule their dental appointments and can often schedule simultaneous appointments for your convenience. Give us a call to learn more!

Each child is different! We will determine the type of preventive care necessary for your child based on your child’s unique needs. If you have concerns about certain types of treatment, call our office; we will be happy to discuss those with you.

Yes. A child who has a tough time sitting still will need additional support in getting used to the dental office. We can help them become familiar with the surroundings so that when it is time for their dental cleaning, they will be relaxed and comfortable.

  • Dr. Gwen Flanagan

    Principal Dentist

    Gwen is Newcastle born and bred, growing up in Cooks Hill before graduating in dentistry at Sydney University in 1987. Gwen brings years of experience, gained from practicing dentistry in Public Hospitals and Private Practice in Sydney and also working overseas in the United Kingdom (British) dental system. Gwen worked in Cobar, NSW in her own dental practice for several years before returning to her home town of Newcastle. She has spent the balance of her dental career in our great city, where she currently provides her years ...

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