Why Choose us for dental?

We put your health before anything else

We genuinely care about your health and wellbeing and treat your teeth as though they are our own. We are passionate about providing the best in dental care, with absolutely no compromises. We take our time with your appointment so you never feel rushed and have plenty of opportunities to ask questions. We allow an hour for your first appointment with us in order to properly get to know you. This involves a comprehensive exam of your jaw joint, teeth, gums and soft tissues. We are perfectionists and take a holistic view of your dental health, not simply looking at your teeth in isolation.

One of our greatest passions is making dental visits fun for children. From the reception area toy box to movies and cartoons in the dental suite, we ensure children are engaged and comfortable. They receive special rewards and lots of encouragement. We assess their facial growth and development at every appointment to avoid preventable jaw and teeth problems in the future. We take time to gently and patiently teach them good oral hygiene habits that will set them up for life. Many children enjoy having their drawings and colouring- in displayed on our wall of fame in the hallway!

We believe that prevention is better than cure, so our primary focus is on dental health and wellbeing. Once that is established, we can move on to cosmetic and elective treatments.

While our top of the range digital x-ray machine emits very low radiation, well below levels required by industry standards, we are always careful to only do radiographs when necessary.

We have scrupulous infection control standards that are well and above what is required by industry regulations. Our staff members receive extensive and frequent training on infection control and health & safety.

Excellence

Everything we do at McMahons Point Dental is done to an exceptional level. Here are some examples of the excellence in dental care you can expect from us:

Initial exam

We allocate an hour for our first appointment with you (but just let us know if you’re in a hurry!). We use this time to get to know you and learn what you want for your smile. Are you interested in simply maintaining your oral health? Do you need an implant or perhaps a smile makeover? Perhaps you’re not sure what you need and simply want some advice.
We take meticulous records. As long as you are happy for us to do so, we take photos of your teeth that we use to monitor them over time. We also make a note of everything from your risk of Obstructive Sleep Apnoea to the number of cracks in your teeth. We screen you for oral cancer, bacterial and fungal infections and problems with your jaw joint (Temporomandibular Joint Disease). We do a thorough screen of your gum health and check for tooth decay and wear. All of this is entered into your records and monitored over time.
Our dentist, Dr Edwina, cleans your teeth herself. This ensures that the most highly trained practitioner is involved in every step of your treatment.
You always see the same practitioner, and this continuity of care means you have the confidence to know nothing will be forgotten or lost in translation.
After your first appointment you receive a detailed written report about the state of your teeth, complete with recommendations for improvement and photographs to help you understand the state of your smile.

Restorative

We use the best quality materials on the market, sparing no expense to purchase the most durable and aesthetic filling materials. We never use mercury filling material. All our materials are TGA approved.
We use selective enamel etching. The explanation for this is a little long- winded, but the outcome is that you have a stronger, longer- lasting filling that is less likely to cause sensitivity.
We use separate prime and bond. Again, the explanation is very technical, but suffice to say that this ensures a strong, long- lasting filling.
We use the more time consuming incremental placement of your filling material, rather than bulk filling to save time. We never cut corners with your dental health.
We don’t do “patch-ups”. Simply adding a little bit of filling to an existing filling reduces the strength of that filling by 30%. We never choose shortcuts when it comes to your health.
We put natural anatomy into your fillings, so they look, feel and function like natural teeth, rather than simply putting a blob of filling into the tooth.

Crowns, bridges and veneers

We only use Australian laboratories with quality ceramics and alloys, rather than overseas labs with questionable materials and unknown alloys.
For anterior cases, you can go to the lab itself to have a shade selected, ensuring that the person who makes your crown or veneer has physically seen you and selected a shade that matches perfectly
We use physical retraction cord rather than chemical to get better impressions of your tooth and therefore a better fitting crown (for the long and boring explanation of the importance of retraction, feel free to ask us)
Again, we ensure only quality materials are used at every step of the way, including the very best impression materials.
If you are not completely satisfied with the results (beauty is in the eye of the beholder, after all), we will re- do the case, free of charge, until you are happy.

Invisalign

In addition to the one- day training dentists and orthodontists attend to become accredited Invisalign providers, Dr Edwina has done a two- year residency in orthodontics. This means that she has a better understanding of orthodontic treatment and can treat you safely and efficiently, rather than blindly following directions from a computer. Technology is advanced, but there is no substitute for an experienced human eye.

Orthodontics

We only use the Damon system. While it is the most expensive system on the market for this type of orthodontic treatment, this NASA- developed technology is the most efficient and comfortable way of aligning your teeth and correcting your bite.
You can choose between metal brackets, ceramic brackets or invisible aligners.
Dr Edwina has been providing orthodontic treatment for many years, and has done a twenty- four month residency in orthodontics

Whitening

Our White Dental Beauty products are specially made to reduce sensitivity, the main complication when whitening teeth. They are presented in a beautiful box with written instructions for use.
During the in-chair whitening procedure we always have a professional with you to make sure you are comfortable at all times.

Children’s dentistry

o Known for her gentle and fun approach, Dr Edwina ensures that children enjoy having their check- ups. We focus on fostering a lifelong habit of good oral care from the earliest years of a child’s life.
Children can watch movies or TV while having their teeth done.
We give out stickers and toys to all our star patients!
For anxious children, happy gas (nitrous oxide) is available.
We will screen all children for potential airway obstructions and orthodontic issues to avoid problems in their adult life.

Root canal therapy

Again, we choose the very best materials and technology to ensure you receive exceptional, comfortable treatment. One common way of cutting corners here is with the irrigants used to clean out the canals. We, however, choose the very best.
A number of low- dose radiographs are needed for Root Canal Therapy. We only charge you for one per appointment.

Wisdom tooth removal

Dr Edwina was fortunate to be exposed early in her career to extensive oral surgery procedures. She is capable of performing almost all wisdom tooth surgeries that many General Dentists would need to refer out.
Happy gas (nitrous oxide), IV Sedation (sleep dentistry) and prescription sedatives are available for those nervous about the procedure. As always, patients can listen to music or watch a movie to entertain them during the procedure.

Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and Sleep Disordered Breathing

After completing a year- long residency in Obstructive Sleep Apnoea and Sleep- Disordered Breathing, Dr Toulmin is accredited to help diagnose and treat these conditions, which often cause undetected serious health conditions.

Sleep dentistry (Sedation)

We collaborate with Dr Bree Belford to provide IV sedation onsite for especially anxious patients

Attention to detail

If you’ve read this far, you can probably tell that attention to detail is a high priority for us! It is so important that we get everything just right when caring for your oral health.

Comfort and convenience

From the moment you step through our door, you are greeted with happy, friendly staff who make your comfort a priority. Our reception area is beautifully decorated and features a stunning work of art by Australian artist Miertje Skidmore. You will be offered a complimentary beverage and are welcome to help yourself to one at any point. We have fresh, modern books and magazines to read and play a variety of music. Requests are welcome!
Our pram and wheelchair friendly bathroom features restaurant quality paper hand towels, Murchison- Hume hand soap, luxury room sprays and
hand moisturizer. If you want to freshen up before your appointment we have toothbrushes, toothpaste, dental floss and mouthwash available to you.
The dental suite itself is beautifully furnished and overlooks leafy McMahons Point village. It features the most comfortable dental chair on the market, the Swedish Planmeca iComfort, with memory foam and soft leather upholstery. It includes a water heating device that warms the water in winter for sensitive teeth. The ultrasonic instrument we use to clean your teeth has a special tip to reduce sensitivity. There is an intraoral camera fitted to the unit so you can see what Dr Edwina sees.
You can watch Netflix or a movie on the TV screen fitted to the chair. We have a range of films to choose from, or you can bring one from home. We have headphones for those sensitive to noise.
There are subtle room fragrances throughout the practice so you never catch a whiff of old- fashioned “dentist smell”.
Our wheelchair lift can be used for less mobile people or those with prams to enter and leave the practice.
We are open 8 am- 7 pm weekdays and 8 am- 5 pm Saturdays, enabling you to fit your dental appointment in between your work and family commitments. After hours, we are available to our existing patients for emergencies by calling Dr Edwina’s personal mobile number.
Dr. Edwina is a gentle dentist, highly skilled in working with patients who suffer from dental anxiety. As an anxious patient herself, she knows how to put you at ease.
For your convenience, you can use our HICAPS machine to swipe your private health insurance card and claim your health fund rebate on the spot.
You always see the same dentist so you don’t have to explain your needs time and again and can have your dental health expertly and efficiently managed.
Timed parking is available on nearby streets and the practice is a short walk away from North Sydney train station, buses and ferries.

Expertise

Dr. Edwina is addicted to learning more about the science of dentistry and applying that to her practice. She loves “talking shop” and goes to great lengths to pass her knowledge on to others. She is adamant that every patient is shown how to floss, a skill that is often sadly not taught.

We enjoy visiting local schools and preschools to give educational presentations to children about dental hygiene and healthy eating. If you would like to book a presentation for your school, call us on (02) 9460 1661.

In our hallway, you will find a range of educational pamphlets on dental health. We’re always happy to answer any questions you might have.

To see Dr Edwina’s qualifications, click here About Dr Edwina

Book an appointment with McMahons Point Dental

We provide general, cosmetic and family dentistry services to North Sydney and the Lower North Shore. We are based in McMahons Point, convenient to surrounding suburbs Kirribilli, Lavender Bay and North Sydney and close to Neutral Bay, Greenwich, Cammeray, Northbridge, Crows Nest, St Leonards and Waverton.

We look forward to hearing from you on (02) 9460 1661 or reception@mcmahonspointhealth.com.au.

We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which our practice is situated, recognising their continuing connection to land, water and community. We pay respect to Elders past, present and emerging.