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INDUSTRY • HEALTH

Passion for perfect

The team at Perfect Teeth are
focused on one clear goal, and
it all starts with a smile.

Dental health has been a hot topic of reluctance to undergo regular dental “A less than perfect smile may make you
debate in Cairns at different moments checks. feel self-conscious, while perfect teeth
in time. The topic reached fever pitch Interestingly, the team at Perfect Teeth can bring life-changing confidence,”
back in 2013 when Cairns Regional believes good dental hygiene is more Dr Neale explains. “We know the idea
Council voted to end the fluoridation than just a public health issue. It’s also a of perfection varies from person to
of the local water supply. That move central component of personal well- person and that is why at Perfect Teeth,
sparked equal measures of backlash being. American actress Connie Stevens we believe in cultivating excellent
from dentists and support from anti- once said that “nothing you wear is dental hygiene plans that are tailored
fluoride campaigners. The fiery debate more important than your smile”. That specifically to you.”
may have quietened down in recent may be true, but what if you’re unhappy Perfect Teeth is an established,
years, but the importance of dental or uncomfortable with the way your respected clinic on the Cairns dental
hygiene remains a key public health smile looks? The team at Perfect Teeth scene, opening its doors for the first
challenge as policymakers battle to agree that a confident smile is vital to a time in September 2010. Prior to that,
overcome poor dietary habits and a person’s well-being. Dr Neale and Dr Christine practiced at
North Sheridan Dental Group.
Each staff member brings certain
passions and expertise to the practise.
Dr Neale, for example, is passionate
about orthodontics and wisdom teeth
removal. Dr Christine enjoys treating
children and families, making them
feel comfortable and relaxed in what
can be a daunting experience for
youngsters. Karen Pettigrew, who
recently graduated with a Diploma of
Dental Implantology, is often described
as a caring, dedicated perfectionist
– the type of attention you hope to
receive during a visit to the dentist! The
supporting team of dental assistants
and reception staff are also integral to
the patient experience, with a cheerful
and caring manner being an essential
ingredient in the comfort of patients.
Perfect Teeth utilises the Child Dental
PERFECT TEETH’S TOP DENTAL HEALTH TIPS Benefits Schedule for general dentistry,
while key services include cosmetic
01 / Brush twice daily and floss once
dentistry, orthodontics, holistic
02 / Pay attention to warning signs such as bad breath, recurring dentistry, wisdom teeth removal under
tooth pain and the colour of your teeth sedation and implants.
03 / If something hurts or breaks, get it checked and fixed ASAP Above all else though, the team at
Perfect Teeth believes everything
04 / Attend regular appointments (approximately every 6 months) at comes back to a smile. “We believe in
the dentist for examinations and cleans helping achieve a beautiful natural
05 / Drink lots of water and avoid sugary drinks and food as much as looking smile that is uniquely yours,”
possible Dr Neale said.
06 / Eat a healthy, well-balanced diet to minimise the risk of dental
erosion caused by acid in some food and drinks MORE: perfectteethcairns.com.au

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