Is this the right practice for me?

We treat all age groups with all di� erent needs from full cosmetic work to the smallest fi lling. You and your family are always made to feel at home, where our focus is on involving you in the process of planning your treatment. With 45 years experience helping Manly feel comfortable in the dentist’s chair, we consider ourselves experts in helping nervous patients.

How are you di� erent to other practices?

It is important to feel comfortable and trust the people who are looking after you. This is exactly what we pride ourselves on. We get to know you and your needs. We spend time with you showing you the best way to care for your own dental health. We pride ourselves on making you part of the experience by showing you options and helping you to learn about your dental health.

I feel anxious when I go to see the dentist. What can help me feel better?

If you are anxious please tell us of your concerns. Communication is the key and various forms of anesthesia as well as relaxation techniques can be used to improve your experience. We want you to feel comfortable with our team so we can come up with the best way to help you feel more relaxed and assured.

When should my child fi rst see a dentist?

Early visits can prevent small problems from becoming big ones. Ideally, six months after the fi rst tooth erupts is the perfect time for a fi rst appointment. This gives your child the opportunity to become familiar and comfortable with being at the dentist. We will carefully examine the development of the mouth and can detect any signs of early decay. Also good habits are taught that last for life and ensure your child starts o� with positive dental experiences.

Why do I need x-rays?

An x-ray (radiograph) is a diagnostic tool that helps us pinpoint problems that may not be seen in a visual examination. We use them to assess the condition of your teeth, the roots of the teeth, bone heights, and jaw placement. The x-rays also help us screen any abnormal features and show if there are any impacted teeth that need attention. They are critical to the diagnosis of decay, gum and mouth diseases and key to providing a more accurate individual treatment plan.

How often should I visit the dentist?

We believe in the importance of prevention. It does not take long for a small problem to become a big issue, so we encourage all our patients to be proactive and have routine dental visits. So it is recommended that you come in for an examination and professional teeth cleaning every 6 months. This allows us to assess the mouth and teeth for any signs of decay or abnormal features

What is an oral health therapist and hygienist?

Oral health therapists and hygienists are university trained professionals who are specialised in preventative dentistry. They work closely with the dentist to provide a wide range of dental care in a variety of settings. They also promote oral health and prevention through dental education to individuals and groups within the broader community, motivating individuals to form good habits for oral health. Having these professionals as part of our team reinforces our commitment towards prevention and community initiatives.

I am worried about the cost of my treatment. How can you help?

We understand that cost is an important consideration. To make it easier for our patients, HICAPS allows us to claim health fund benefi ts on the spot so you only need to pay the di� erence. We also accept various forms of payment in VISA, MasterCard, cash and cheque. Please also ask us about Denticare, a payment plan that allows patients to undergo all the treatment they require, whilst paying in instalments over an agreed period of time.

FREQUENTLYASKED

QUESTIONS

• Family and children’s Dentistry• General Dentistry• Preventative Dentistry• Cosmetic Dentistry• Dental Anxiety and Pain

Control › Sedation• Sleep dentistry• Dental implants• Invisalign/Clear correct

SERVICES

Wonderful experiences

create beautiful smiles

Sydney road dental care aims to be di� erent - we focus on you and providing you with an amazing experience. We believe our job is to motivate and inspire you so that you can enjoy a lifetime of healthy, happy smiles.

www.sydneyroaddentalcare.com.au

info@sydneyroaddentalcare.com.au

Level 1, 57-59, Sydney Road, Manly 2095

PO Box 661, Manly 1655 | (02) 9977 2442

OPEN MONDAY TO SATURDAY

CONTACT DETAILS

Hi we are Dr Michael Canning and Dr Alan Marel. You may already know us as we have been providing high quality dentistry to the community of Manly since 1973. Over the years we’ve earned the trust and loyalty of our patients, looking after thousands of smiles from childhood through into later life.

In fact many of our current patients are the children and grand children of local people who fi rst came to us in

We look forward to welcoming you to our dental practice. Our patients are impressed with our full comprehensive examination that takes one hour- your fi rst appointment will be scheduled so that our Dentists and Oral Health

Your teeth are so important - they need to function throughout your life and provide you with the confi dence you deserve.

Gone are the days when tooth loss and dentures were an expected part of life. People now expect to keep their teeth for life, have a beautiful smile, be able to eat and prevent problems like tooth aches. Dentistry has evolved accordingly.

SYDNEY ROADDENTAL CARE

We are excited to introduce to our team two new dentists - Dr Jamie Jones and Dr Fay Callaghan - along with an Oral Health Therapist -Miss Melissa Bouchahine. The addition of our talented professionals can now cater to the increased demand, extra hours of operation and widened range of services.

We still pride ourselves in the personal service we are renowned for and always aim to help you and your loved ones feel as comfortable as possible. We believe in creating a professional and caring environment so that you leave your appointment satisfi ed and with a smile on your face.

Helping Manly smile since 1973

WHAT TO EXPECT ON YOUR FIRST VISIT

WE WANTWHAT YOU WANT

Dr Michael Canning Dr Fay CallaghanDr Alan Marel Melissa Bouchahine

Oral Health Therapist

Dr Jamie Jones Natalia Stanojevic

Dental Hygienist

Take a look at our new premises and compare this to a typical dental clinic 45 years ago. Like Manly, a lot has changed.

The view from the dentist’s chair has never been better

PLEASE TAKE A LOOK AROUND

We believe in creating a professional

and caring environment so that you

leave your appointment satisfied and

with a smile on your face.

the 70’s. Of course both dentistry and Manly have changed a lot in the last 45 years, which is why February 2016 saw us change our practice to Sydney Road Dental Care. It’s a lot more than a smart new logo on the front door - as any of our regular patients will tell you we have had quite a lot of work done.

Improving how we help you

Our renovations have added two new surgery rooms to the practice each featuring the latest, high quality dental equipment including modern dental chairs, digital x-rays and sterilising equipment.

We o� er dental treatment for all ages including children, preventative, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. We believe in the best possible life long dental experience and provide it by building strong caring relationships with our patients.

We emphasise the old adage that prevention is better than cure. So please call us to arrange any of the services below - your mouth will thank you.

SO, HOW CAN WE HELP YOU?

• The latest teeth straightening techniques including “invisalign” and “clear correct”

• Digital X Rays• Wisdom Teeth Management and

removal• Root Canal Therapy• Emergency pain relief and tooth

extraction• Filling replacement using modern

techniques• Modern Smile designs• Gum disease treatment and care• Preventative Oral hygiene training,

advice and products

• Family and children’s Dentistry• General Dentistry• Preventative Dentistry• Cosmetic Dentistry• Dental Anxiety and Pain Control ›

Sedation• Sleep dentistry• Dental implants• Invisalign/Clear correct

Specifically these services include:

• Comprehensive child or adult oral examinations

• Cleaning and preventative care• Whitening, crowns and veneers

Healthy teeth and gums, a better look, improved lifelong oral hygiene

We need to fi nd out a lot about you and your teeth as it helps us do our work better. This approach provides the best for our patients - not just a quick fi x but lifelong improved dental outcomes. As we say - prevention is better than cure, and long-term dental management feels a whole lot better than emergency repairs!

HI-TECHDENTALEQUIPMENT

For a pleasant experience whatever the treatment

We know that a trip to the dentist can be daunting for some. But there really is no longer any need for it to be an unpleasant experience. We use the latest equipment and techniques to ensure you get the best quality care and results.

To help you feel comfortable throughout your treatment our practice is equipped with:

• Digital x-rays and an OPG machine• Modern sterilisation equipment• Computer dental records• 2 brand new chairs/clinical rooms• 2 consultation rooms• Intra-oral camera• Rotary endodontics• Sedation - Nitrous Oxide - IV Sedation(sleep dentistry)• Wisdom Teeth Removal• Invisalign and clear correct• Laser for soft tissue management

Therapist can spend time with you to understand your concerns, your previous dental history and evaluate your treatment needs. It’s really all about spending the time to get to know each other.

This is how we are able to achieve the best results so be assured that when you are with us it’s all about you.

Naturally all information remains strictly private and confi dential.

THE TEAM